PROGRAMMER ANALYST I/II

Programmer Analyst I: $51,376.00 – $79,643.20

Programmer Analyst II: $55,473.60 – $86,049.60

This examination will establish an Open Competitive and Promotional list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months at either level or may be extended as needed by the Office of Human Resources. The Programmer Analyst I is a training underfill position, upon successful completion of the probationary period (520 hours worked to 2,080 hours worked) and the training program, which is up to two (2) years, the successful candidate will be non-competitively promoted to Programmer Analyst II.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience: Programmer/Analyst I – Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field. Some large-scale programming and/or systems analysis experience is desirable. Additional experience in systems analysis and/or programming may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two (2) years.

Programmer/Analyst II – In addition to the above: Two (2) years of full-time professional level experience in systems analysis and programming in a large multi-processing environment.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write “see attached resume” on your application.
Working Conditions: Work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations.

Licensing and Certifications: Specified positions must possess a valid Nevada Class C Driver’s License at time of appointment.

Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Use IBM WebSphere DataStage to develop extract, transform, and load (ETL) solutions for supported business systems. Develop and implement tests on DataStage jobs. Monitor DataStage jobs and provide production support. Perform integration with external data sources including Oracle databases, SQL Server databases, Flat files (fixed-length and delimited), XML files and Web Services. Gathers and analyzes information regarding customer systems and requirements and develops or modifies automated systems to fulfill these needs. Conducts feasibility studies and develops system, time, equipment and cost requirements. Using computer generated techniques, simulates hardware and software problems, tests and evaluates alternative solutions, and recommends and implements appropriate applications design. Develops program logic and processing steps; codes programs in varied languages. Plans and develops test data to validate new or modified programs; designs input and output forms and documents. Troubleshoots software problems as needed, for customers, other agencies and information systems personnel. Writes program documentation, customer procedures and instructions; assists customer departments and staff in implementing new or modified programs and applications; tracks and evaluates project and systems progress. Writes utility programs to support and validate adopted systems and programs. Confers with user department staff regarding assigned functional program areas. Maintains records and prepares periodic and special reports of work performed. Maintains current knowledge of technology and new computer customer applications. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit’s service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment in the course of the work; may drive a personal or County motor vehicle or be able to provide for appropriate transportation between various work sites, depending upon departments and/or projects assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, stamina to remain seated and maintain concentration for an extended period of time, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.