IT Analyst II - Accela Administrator
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IT Analyst II - Accela Administrator
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IT Analyst II - Accela Administrator
Salary
$82,338.00 - $121,086.00 Annually
Location
Rochester MN 55904, MN
Job Type
Regular FT
Job Number
20250066
Department
Information Technology
Opening Date
08 / 12 / 2025
Description
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
The City of Rochester welcomes applications for
IT Analyst II - Accela Administrator
The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging. We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening to ALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work.
We believe EQUITY should be at the center of all our work. We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress and culture of our community.
It takes us all working together
Nature of Work
This position is responsible for working with City departments to design, build, implement and deploy applications via available development tools, utilizing MS SQL server, and / or vendor specific software. This position also works closely with users to determine needs and expectations, assessing application needs, research and review alternatives to in-house development, designing complex application systems, preparing specifications and implementation schedules, implementing applications and providing maintenance support.
The candidate selected will primarily be working with Accela, and secondary on Laserfiche. They will focus on process improvements for employees that use these systems to complete their work. Communication and customer focus are skills necessary for this role.
Pay :
2025 starting salary is $82,338-$96,868 annually depending on qualifications, with advancement to $121,086.
Schedule : Typically Monday - Friday from 8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM. This position will be 100% onsite for the training period (6 months to a year), afterward a hybrid arrangement with weekly onsite requirements.
The City of Rochester will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position including F1 OPT STEM.
To have your application considered in the first round of reviews, please apply before Friday, August 22, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The work below is representative of the scope of work performed within this job classification. Individual job duties will vary based on work assignment. (For positions with more than one incumbent)
- Work closely with users to understand needs and expectations.
Work effectively with users to ensure that open communications are maintained.
Provide guidance during the assessment of business process and evaluate support requests for feasibility.
Provide ongoing status reports to users to ensure that user expectations are being met.
Research vendor provided application availability as part of application needs assessment.
Review vendor provided applications to understand pros and cons of vendor provided applications versus in-house development.
Provide recommendations based on research and review of alternatives.
Work with City departments to design, build, implement and deploy applications via available development tools and utilizing MS SQL server and / or vendor specific software / hardware.
Review how application system additions and changes interact with existing business processes and application systems.
Provide recommendations that will improve the design and meet user needs and expectations.
Identify guidelines to be used for preparing specifications and implementation schedules.
Prepare specifications for presentation and output, workflow, business rules and data management based upon the design guidelines.
Ensure that specifications meet internal standards and user approval.
Prepare implementation schedules based upon detail specifications.
Maintain project management controls to ensure that implementation targets are met.
Coordinate application implementation with vendors, users and IT staff as needed.
Configure, code, test and debug applications to specifications.
Prepare documentation to accurately describe the application and internal process flow.
Install applications and ensures that they interact properly with existing applications.
Provide training support to users as required.
Troubleshoot processing problems and recommend appropriate solutions.
Enhance applications to conform to changing requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
An Associate's degree from an accredited Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Technology or closely related field AND two (2) years of full-time employment experience developing and implementing business application systems
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Licenses and / or Certifications
Valid driver's license
A background investigation including fingerprinting is required as a condition of employment.
Desirable Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Technology or closely related field from an accredited four-year college or university
Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD)
Experience with : Accela, Laserfiche, MS Visual Studio, ASP.NET, CSS, HTML, JavaScript, MS SQL programming, IIS Webserver Configuration, Web Services, Python, Power BI
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.
In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Sedentary Work : Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and / or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Physical demands that may be required continuously (2 / 3 or more of the time), frequently (1 / 3 to 2 / 3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1 / 3 of the time) are noted below :
Continuous demands : sitting, fine dexterity
Frequent demands : standing, walking, reaching, handling
Occasional demands : lifting, carrying, pushing / pulling, kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, twisting, climbing, balancing
Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include : sight, hearing, and touch.
Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include :
NONE (not substantially exposed to environmental conditions)
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT AND RETIREMENT SUMMARY ()
01
The following supplemental information may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided in your application and resume. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is true and accurate. Information provided may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. Do you understand and agree with this statement?
Yes
No
02
What is your preferred name?
03
Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?
Yes
No
04
Which of the following best describes your level of education?
High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D.
Less than 2 years post-secondary training
Completion of an accredited 2 year program
Completion of 4 year degree or higher
None of the above
05
Other than your High School Diploma / GED, which of the following best describes the field of study for your degree?
Computer Science
Computer Information Systems
Information Technology
A field of study closely related to the above
My degree is in an area NOT related to any of the above
N / A - I do not have a degree
06
Which of the following computer-related certifications / designations do you currently possess : (Select all that apply)
Project Management Professional (PMP)
CISCO Certified NetworkAssociate(CCNA)
Microsoft Certified Data Engineer
Six Sigma
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
Microsoft Certified Solution Developer
Other (List / specify below)
N / A - I do not possess any computer-related certifications / designations
07
Which of the following best describes your years of experience developing and implementing business application systems?
No experience
Less than 2 years
More than 2 years, but less than 3 years
More than 3 years, but less than 5 years
More than 5 years
08
Which of the following best describes your years of experience supporting, configuring, or upgrading a multi-department software system?
No Experience
Less than 2 years
More than 2 years, but less than 4 years
More than 4 years, but less than 6 years
More than 6 years, but less than 8 years
More than 8 years, but less than 10 years
More than 10 years
09
Does your work experience include any of the following? (Select all that apply)
Prepare specifications and implementation schedules
Accela Software Administration / Development
Laserfiche Software Administration / Development
Software development, implementation, or support
Project Management of processes such as project schedules
Database administration
Business process analysis
Process improvement / engineering
Workstation / Server management
Design, build, and implement applications
Evaluate and recommend technology solutions
Negotiating contracts for goods and services
N / A - none of the above
10
Do you have a valid driver's license?
Yes
No
11
Does your experience include working with any of the following applications or technologies? (Select all that apply.)
MS SQL programming
Power BI
MS Visual Studio
CSS
HTML
JavaScript
IIS Webserver Configuration
Python
Web Services
N / A - None of the above
12
Tell us how your professional, educational and lived experiences would help you be a successful collaborator in this role.
13
Tell us about a time you had to manage a group of people and / or a project with various perspectives. Explain how you approached this situation to deliver a solution.
14
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT : If selected as a finalist, are you willing to undergo a background investigation which may include, but not limited to : verification of employment and educational records, identification verification, driver's license record and a criminal history?
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
City of Rochester
Address
201 4th Street SE Rochester, Minnesota, 55904
Phone
(507) 328-2555
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