Applications Analyst Ii

Salary : $71,256.00 - $95,496.00 Annually
Location : City of Oceanside, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 24-95
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 02/08/2024
Closing Date: 3/8/2024 4:00 PM Pacific
Introduction
THE 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.
Examples of Duties
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.
Minimum Qualifications
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 and Training
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.
Working Conditions and Selection Process
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.
Selection 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.
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.
CITY OF OCEANSIDE
Unrepresented Supervisory, Technical& Confidential
Benefit Summary
The following is a highlight of benefits
Retirement
Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)

• Employees hired after January 1, 2013 are subject to the State laws of the California Public Employees Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) in regard to retirement benefits. Each individual's benefits may differ. Consult with Employee Benefits for further details.
• Third Level 1959 Survivor Credit
• Survivor Continuation option

Additional Retirement Credit Purchase Options

• Buy additional Service Retirement Credit prior to membership
• Service Credit for unused Sick Leave
• Buy additional Military Service Credit

Health Insurance
Medical:

• Kaiser HMO
• Blue Shield HMO
• Blue Shield PPO

Dental:

• Delta Preferred Option (DPO)
• Delta Care USA (DHMO)

Vision:

• Vision Service Plan (VSP)

Pre-Tax Benefits
Health benefits are offered on a pre-tax basis and employees cannot add or delete coverage or benefits unless a qualifying event has occurred.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The Anthem EAP is paid for by the City.

• Available to all members of your household
• 6 free confidential counseling visits per incident
• Self-service support online or by phone

Disability and Life Insurances
The STD/LTD/LIFE and AD&D Voya premiums are paid for by City.
Short-Term Disability (STD) Insurance:

• First 90 days - benefits paid at 55% of weekly salary to a maximum weekly benefit of $700 for non-work related disability only
• Seven day waiting period unless hospitalized
• All sick leave must be exhausted before STD is used

Long-Term Disability Insurance:

• After 90 days - benefits paid at 66.7% of monthly salary to a maximum monthly benefit of $6,000 for any disability

Life and AD&D Insurance:

• 1 times annual base salary; minimum of $30,000 and maximum of $200,000 of Basic Life & AD&D

Voluntary Benefits
Benefits are employee paid.
Supplemental Life Insurance through Voya:

• Premiums are determined by age
• Purchased up to a maximum $500,000 for employees
• Spousal coverage up to the employee amount
• Dependent coverage up to $10,000

Flexible Spending Accounts through BCC:

• Utilizes a debit card as a form of payment
• Health Care Spending Account - maximum annual deferral is $2,850
• Dependent Care Spending Account - maximum annual deferral is $5,000

Deferred Compensation - 457 and Roth IRA through Mission Square:

• 457 - Maximum annual pre/post-taxed amount is $22,500 for 2023; over age 50 may contribute an additional $7,500.
• Roth IRA - Maximum post-taxed amount is $6,500; over age 50 may contribute an additional $1,000

Hyatt Legal

• Telephone and office consultations are avialable for an unlimited number fo personal legal matters with an attorney of your choice.

GotZoom Student Loan Relief

• Provides a no-obligation benefit analysis for federal student loans to identify, maximize and enroll employees into Federal Loan Repayment and Forgiveness Programs.

ScholarShare 529

• An easy to manage plan that helps make the most of your or a designated beneficiary's college savings with tax benefits.

Leave Benefits
Vacation:
All accruals are based on 80 hours in a paid status
1 - 5 years: 3.58 hours
6 - 10 years: 5.12 hours
11 - 15 years: 6.65 hours
16 + years: 8.19 hours
Maximum accrual:

• 360 hours for those hired before 7/1/95
• 300 hours for those hired 7/1/95 or after

Holidays:

• New Years' Day
• Martin Luther King Jr Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Friday after Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
• 48 hours Floating Holidays per fiscal year
• Supervisory exempt employees receive 50 hours of Executive leave per fiscal year

Sick Leave:

• 12 days per year

Max accrual: Unlimited
Annual Sick Leave Pay Off:
Each calendar year an employee may elect to receive a 50% payment in lieu of sick leave provided such employee has used 32 hours or less of sick leave during the calendar year.
Sick Leave Pay Off at Separation:

• Sick leave paid out depends on years of service and whether an employee retires or terminates

Bereavement Leave:

• Three days for death of employee's immediate family member
• Two additional days may be charged to sick leave upon approval

Tuition Reimbursement
Up to $2,000 per fiscal year.
Bilingual and Notary Pay

• Bilingual: $1.73 per hour for eligible employees
• Notary: $.58 per hour for eligible employees

Safety Shoes
The City will provide reimbursement up to $150 towards the purchase price of safety shoes to employees who are required to wear such shoes on the job.
Term of Compensation Plan
Approved July 1, 2022
This is a summary of available benefits. It is not intended to provide full details of all programs. The appropriate Memorandum of Understanding, Compensation Plan and/or Benefit Plan Documents will govern any discrepancies and provide program specifics.
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Do you possess two years of responsible information systems analysis or applications development experience?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have a Bachelor's Degree with major course work in computer science or closely related field?

• Yes
• No

03
Please describe your experience with information systems analysis or applications development. Please list the dates (From-To).
04
Describe your level of experience on basic methods and techniques of using application design and development tools.
05
Describe your experience on applying the basic methods and techniques used in the installation, troubleshooting, upgrading and problem resolution of software applications.
06
Describe your work experience in the preparation of user procedures and documentation.
07
Describe your experience with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems.
08
Are you willing to work overtime, varying shifts, weekends, holidays and be available to respond to after hours, emergency calls?

• Yes
• No

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