Department Systems Analyst/Programmer II - Fire Department

Job Description:

Department Systems Analyst/Programmer II - Fire Department

Description

Introduction

About The Position
This position in the Fire Department provides mid to high-level technical software support to users to improve and enhance computer systems to meet specific assigned functional area's business needs. Work primarily focuses on data analytics using SQL reporting, use of Power BI, Visual Studio (SSIS), and supporting Fire Records Management and similar systems. This role also does testing, evaluation, acquisition, installation and support of software, related hardware, and some telecommunication systems. Updates and maintains computer systems or programs and databases by troubleshooting, problem analysis, and provides advice to improved productivity and better integration of technology into business operations. Project management skills, the ability to prioritize and pivot are all key components needed in this position. The most successful candidates for this role will have a strong grasp of data analytics and report development.
Anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate's experience and internal equity. The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $97,219.20 annually.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Three years of experience directly working on computer-based information systems' software and programming/scripting languages in support of medium enterprise applications.
• Any equivalent combination of education and/or job-related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out-of-state driver's licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona.
• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.

Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on division/department/service assignment.

Essential Functions

Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following:

• Works within the assigned department and provides application support on the designated systems.
• Provides support required for all functional area related software applications including working with vendors to upgrade systems or training new users on the system.
• Provides guidance and support to business users and system end-users.
• Evaluates and analyzes assigned functional area related processes, procedures and workflow to determine the feasibility of different technology options and solutions to meet their requirements.
• Assists in system analysis, computer configuration, planning and training of employees on the assigned functional area's automated systems to ensure optimal performance of the systems.
• Researches, tests, and evaluates software applications and upgrades.
• Develops procedures manuals and related forms to guarantee that knowledge of important technical processes and assigned functional area related application software is passed on to future assigned functional area related departmental technologist.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Lift and move computer equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Travel to meetings and/or various locations as required.
• Perform off-hours scheduled maintenance downtime.
• Work on call on a scheduled and as needed basis.

Benefits Highlights:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
• City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.27% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
• Pet Insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation

Please visit the Human Resources and Benefits Information page for more information.

Selection Process:
The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state "See Resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.

Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:

• Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
• Criminal Background screening
• Drug Screen
• 39-Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.

PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
Closing Date/Time: 11/18/2024 11:59 PM Arizona

Salary:

$82,742.40 - $111,779.20 Annually