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Form of workTHE CITY OF OCEANSIDE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Oceanside is accepting applications for current and future vacancies for the position of Applications Analyst II. There is currently one vacancy in the Information Technologies Division. This position will support the Water Departments Supervisory Control and Data Access (SCADA) system and integrate all the databases and applications in the Water Utilities Department.
The City of Oceanside, CA (population 178,000) is a thriving beachfront community centrally located in the heart of the beautiful Southern California coastline. Located just 35 miles north of San Diego and 83 miles south of Los Angeles, Oceanside offers a unique combination of outstanding location, affordable housing, excellent schools, and multiple community resources. The City enjoys proximity to all major Southern California destinations, while maintaining its coastal beauty and unique character.
Are you a technology savvy person with experience working with application systems? Are you motivated to use your skills to support the work of the Information Technologies Division by providing technical support for the implementation and maintenance of various software applications? If so, we have the opening you've been looking for and we encourage you to apply for our career opportunity.
Under the direction of the Information Technologies Division Manager, the successful candidate will provide software applications support for City departments and will assist and train staff in the use of various related applications, analysis, evaluation, design, development, testing, implementation, documentation and maintenance of strategic City computer applications across multiple platforms and technologies; designs data and application structures for computer application systems using appropriate design tools, and work with software providers to accomplish maintenance and upgrade modifications.
This position requires the successful candidate to be a self-starter, able to work in a high paced environment, work independently with general direction and have effective time management skills as well as work with a high level of attention to detail, be able to multi-task and re-prioritize duties throughout the day.
Ability to:
Experience: Two years of responsible information systems analysis or applications development experience.
Training: A Bachelor's degree with major course work in computer science or a closely related field.
License/Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
The City of Oceanside, CA (population 178,000) is a thriving beachfront community centrally located in the heart of the beautiful Southern California coastline. Located just 35 miles north of San Diego and 83 miles south of Los Angeles, Oceanside offers a unique combination of outstanding location, affordable housing, excellent schools, and multiple community resources. The City enjoys proximity to all major Southern California destinations, while maintaining its coastal beauty and unique character.
Are you a technology savvy person with experience working with application systems? Are you motivated to use your skills to support the work of the Information Technologies Division by providing technical support for the implementation and maintenance of various software applications? If so, we have the opening you've been looking for and we encourage you to apply for our career opportunity.
Under the direction of the Information Technologies Division Manager, the successful candidate will provide software applications support for City departments and will assist and train staff in the use of various related applications, analysis, evaluation, design, development, testing, implementation, documentation and maintenance of strategic City computer applications across multiple platforms and technologies; designs data and application structures for computer application systems using appropriate design tools, and work with software providers to accomplish maintenance and upgrade modifications.
This position requires the successful candidate to be a self-starter, able to work in a high paced environment, work independently with general direction and have effective time management skills as well as work with a high level of attention to detail, be able to multi-task and re-prioritize duties throughout the day.
The Applications Analyst performs professional level duties in the analysis, evaluation, design, development, testing, implementation, documentation and maintenance of strategic City computer applications across multiple platforms and technologies; troubleshoots and resolves computer application problems; provides training to end users on use of applications; develops training materials; provides technical support for new or current applications; evaluates requests for application enhancements; provides guidance to end users on applications use and operating parameters; manipulates database information at user or management request; as assigned serves as project lead over all aspects of assigned application development project; evaluates and assesses client needs; identifies problems and issues; recommends solutions; coordinates activities with outside consultants, contractors and agencies; creates, maintains and updates City's web pages; develops analytical and statistical reports; analyzes, diagnoses and resolves complex software issues; manages data integrity and security for software applications; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of information systems.
Knowledge of:
- Principles and methods of computer science and information systems.
- Methods and techniques of using application design and development tools.
- Methods and techniques of applications analysis, design, development and programming.
- Principles and practices of software troubleshooting.
- Methods and techniques used in the installation, troubleshooting, problem resolution and maintenance of computer applications.
- HTML, CSS, and Javascript concepts
Ability to:
- Recommend, develop, and implement computer applications.
- Design software to meet user requirements.
- Detect, isolate, and resolve application problems.
- Analyze and assess the technological needs of City departments.
- Develop, install, troubleshoot and upgrade City applications.
- Create and develop concise technical documents and reports.
- Integrate multiple data sets and data designs to individual applications.
- Independently perform a variety of responsible applications design and development duties.
- Design training materials.
Experience: Two years of responsible information systems analysis or applications development experience.
Training: A Bachelor's degree with major course work in computer science or a closely related field.
License/Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
Environmental Conditions: Office environment; long periods of exposure to computer screens.
Physical Conditions: Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time; speaking and hearing to exchange information; visual acuity to read and interpret information.
Employment Type: Full TimeSelection Process: All properly completed applications will be reviewed and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Failure to provide all required application materials will result in disqualification from the selection process. The process may include any combination of a written exam, oral interview, and/or skills assessment to further evaluate job-related qualifications. Candidates who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on an eligibility list and will remain eligible for employment consideration for a minimum of six months.
Note: Prospective employees will undergo, and must successfully pass, a full police background reference check (including fingerprinting) and a medical examination. Drug screening may be required.
Note: Prospective employees will undergo, and must successfully pass, a full police background reference check (including fingerprinting) and a medical examination. Drug screening may be required.
RESUMES ARE NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS BUT MAY BE ATTACHED.
CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IN THE SELECTION PROCESS SHOULD STATE THEIR NEEDS IN WRITING WHEN SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. ANY PROVISION CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.
CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IN THE SELECTION PROCESS SHOULD STATE THEIR NEEDS IN WRITING WHEN SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. ANY PROVISION CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.
City Of Oceanside
Oceanside, CA