Classified Data Processing Systems Analyst/Programmer

SUMMARY

We are seeking a full-time Systems Analyst / Programmer who will provide the design, coding, development and maintenance of programs in support of the District's student information system and business information system as well as in-house applications developed to meet end user needs.

Some knowledge or experience in ONE or more of the following : Java, JavaScript, PHP, C#, Objective-C, C / C++, Python, Ruby and / or functional languages preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Confers with personnel of departmental units involved to analyze current operational procedures, identify

problems, and learn specific input and output requirements such as forms of data input, how data is to be

summarized, and formats for reports.

Writes detailed description of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify

computer program.

Reviews computer system capabilities, workflow, and scheduling limitations to determine if requested

program or program change is possible within existing system.

Designs, develops, and implements computer software applications in the CPSB Information Technology

environment, which may include platforms of mainframe, workstation and server

Studies existing information processing systems to evaluate effectiveness and develops new systems, or

enhances existing system to improve production or workflow as required.

Prepares workflow charts and diagrams to specify operations to be performed by equipment and computer

programs and operations to be performed by personnel in system.

Conducts studies pertaining to development of new information systems to meet current and projected

needs.

Plans and prepares technical reports, memoranda, and instructional manuals as documentation of program

development.

• Upgrades system and corrects errors to maintain system after implementation.
• Prepares time and cost estimates for completing projects.
• Performs other related duties as required as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The

requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree; four to six years job-related experience; or equivalent combination of education and

experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals and legal documents.

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from employees and regulatory agencies. Ability to

write reports, technical instructions, letters, and proposals. Ability to effectively present information to

middle management.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an

extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract

and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully

perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with

disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly

required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to sit

and occasionally required to stand, walk, and talk or hear.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while

performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with

disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Employee acknowledges that he / she is required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct. Breach of said

professional conduct includes but is not limited to : neglect of duty, dishonesty, engagement in acts that are contrary

to CPSB policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school system.

CHAIN OF SUPERVISION

System Design Manager, Information Technology

Director of Information Technology