Applications Developer/Analyst I

JOB The list developed from this recruitment will be used for a limited period to fill open and promotional, regular full-time, and part-time positions, should they occur.
Under general supervision or direction, performs professional information technology work pertaining to the development, design, programming, testing, implementation, modification and maintenance of computer programs and applications across multiple platforms and technologies; provides professional support and administration for assigned programs and applications; troubleshoots, researches and resolves application problems; and provides professional technical support for users, including help documentation and instructions.
Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged to apply.
Se buscan personas bilingües en inglés y español.
Para recibir una solicitud en español, llame a Recursos Humanos al 234-6600 .
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Duties may include but are not limited to the following: Plans, designs and develops new software applications by writing programs using a variety of operating systems and modern computer languages in order to improve County business systems; designs and creates programming work plans; tests programs; analyzes, troubleshoots and resolves performance, integrity, security, access and other issues/problems.
Customizes and modifies existing software applications; analyzes and corrects operational problems to ensure the smooth operation of specific applications systems.
Interviews users to analyze client needs; gathers user information in order to define business requirements; creates and presents alternatives and solutions using diagrams and documentation.
Examines manual and/or older systems to identify functionality issues; establishes integration points between software applications.
Selects and integrates software packages into existing County applications using current technology to improve the business model; creates and demonstrates application prototypes for discussion with users; solicits and documents feedback; makes design corrections; ensures proper interfaces with other systems, including electronic interfaces where applicable.
Programs and designs the County's Internet/Internet websites; responds to Webmaster contacts and mail; trains departmental clients to do web postings and content updates.
Provides applications-related training to end-users, employing a variety of software and methodologies to create instructional presentations; organizes and coordinates meetings to inform and instruct groups and/or individuals regarding custom software.
Plans, implements and monitors software-based database security.
Provides professional technical support for users regarding complex applications issues; resolves difficult technical problems; communicates with department managers and staff regarding issues.
Develops recommendations for selection, acquisition, deployment and upgrading of applications and programming tools as assigned.
Participates on complex applications development, enhancement and integration projects; may serve as project leader on less complex projects; reviews and recommends project technical criteria; develops software configurations and specifications; communicates with vendors and contractors to research products and services; performs cost/benefit analyses; participates in project budget development.
Identifies opportunities to develop and enhance operational efficiencies and recommends new hardware, software, tools, equipment and methodologies to expedite and/or enhance existing processes.
Communicates assigned information technology activities with other departments and divisions as needed.
Develops and maintains software documentation and user instructions.
Attends and participates in meetings; serves on committees and task forces; continuously communicates with supervisor regarding the status of assignments and projects.
May perform systems and network analysis as an ancillary duty.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREDEducation and Experience: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in computer science, information systems, or a related field.
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may also be qualifying.
Licenses and Certifications: Valid Driver's License SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Important Application Information: It is your responsibility to demonstrate through your application materials how you meet the minimum qualifications of the position/s for which you apply.
You must complete all sections of the application.
A résumé or other information you feel will help us evaluate your qualifications may be attached to your completed application, but will not be accepted in lieu of completing any part of the application.
Blank applications that contain only a résumé or those that reference “see résumé” will be rejected as incomplete.
Check your application before submitting to ensure it is complete and correct; no new or additional information will be accepted after the closing date.
Inquiry will be made of your former and current employers; please provide the names and telephone numbers of supervisors on your application.
You must provide the names and contact information of at least three (3) references (not relatives) that have knowledge of your job skills, experience, ability and/or character.
Application materials are the property of Mendocino County and will not be returned.
It is your responsibility to keep your NEOGOV profile updated, including any changes to your telephone number or address.
Failure to do so may result in missed notification of exams or interviews.
The exam process listed on this flyer is tentative.
Mendocino County reserves the right to make necessary modifications to the examination plan.
Such revisions will be in accordance with approved personnel standards.
Should a change be made, applicants will be notified.
The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.
Examination Process: All complete applications will be reviewed with those judged most qualified progressing further in the selection process.
Based on the number of qualified candidates, an oral examination (weight 100) or an unassembled exam, consisting of an evaluation of education and experience as stated on the application form, will be administered.
The examination process will test the knowledge and abilities described above.
A minimum score of 70 must be attained for placement on the employment list.
Special Testing: If you require special testing arrangements to accommodate a disability or religious conviction you must contact Human Resources at 707.
234.
6600 prior to the test date to make your requirements known.
You must provide enough advance notice to allow Human Resources to properly review and evaluate your request.
Special Requirements: Employment in some County departments or positions may require the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background, which may include fingerprinting, and/or a medical examination, which may include drug screening.
This announcement is a synopsis of duties and requirements of this job.
To review the complete classification specification and benefits, please see the HR website.
Applications must be submitted to the Human Resources Department by the final filing date.
The County of Mendocino is an Equal Opportunity Employer