Programmer Analyst II

Bexar County Information Technology; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated IT professional to support its mission in delivering exceptional technology services. This role involves analyzing and developing application systems, ensuring compliance with development standards, and providing technical assistance to end-users. The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert with a strong grasp of various programming languages and database management systems. The position offers a unique opportunity to work in a flexible telework arrangement while contributing to impactful projects that enhance the County's IT capabilities. If you are driven by innovation and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in IT, with a relevant degree or equivalent.
• Knowledge of database management systems and programming standards.

Responsibilities

• Support IT services and resolve application issues effectively.
• Analyze and develop computer application systems in a Windows environment.

Skills

Application Development

System Analysis

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Technological Intuitiveness

Education

Relevant Degree from an Accredited College

Tools

.NET Framework

Java

C

JavaScript

SQL

Oracle

SharePoint

Job description

Under general supervision, is responsible for supporting Bexar County Information Technology team; will support the mission of the County, ensuring successful delivery of IT services as defined in the duties and responsibilities. This position will represent the County in a professional and effective manner and establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, Elected/Appointed Officials, outside organizations and agencies, vendors and the general public. Flexibility to achieve performance excellence in a telework arrangement.

This position is Excluded from Civil Service

Responsibilities:

• Serves as subject matter expert, individually motivated and operating with a sense of urgency and personal accountability.
• Identifies and resolves application issues that are not immediately apparent in existing processes/systems by applying established application development principles and best practices.
• Analyzes, develops, configures, and tests computer application systems within a Windows environment.
• Develops new systems based on studies, project requirements, and user specifications.
• Analyzes and evaluates information processing systems to identify better County business solutions.
• Identifies and evaluates end user needs through incoming requests, independent evaluation, or design specifications.
• Designs system enhancements and other alternatives to existing methods of manual and automated business processes.
• Oversees the work of Programmer Analyst I team members related to systems development, enhancement, or maintenance projects.
• Ensures compliance with approved development standards, techniques, and system designs.
• Participates in the training of operators and end-users and in the creation of written instructions for test and production environments.
• Monitors effectiveness of test data by analyzing systems.
• Assists in revising applications to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.
• Creates sample input data to test system adequacy intent and requirements.
• Provides technical assistance to end-users identifying County and departmental requirements and system solution areas.
• Drafts system documentation and specifications such as functions, operation, and purpose of objects within each system.
• Trains end-users and provides systems specifications and new and updated written instructions.
• Performs other related technology duties and projects as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a relevant degree, 3-5 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of computer database management systems and development concepts; knowledge of system analysis techniques such as flow-charting and file design; knowledge of programming standards; knowledge of technologies including SharePoint and relational databases.
• Skill in design and development of applications using various languages or exposure to development languages; skill in object-oriented application development using relational databases.
• Ability to identify and analyze end-user problems; ability to organize information in a logical manner and devise practical solutions to problems; ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, Elected/Appointed Officials, outside organizations and agencies, vendors and the general public.
• Demonstrates technological intuitiveness.
• Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance.
• Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test.
• Required to be on call 24 hours.
• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek.
• May be required to work weekends.
• This position may need to satisfy the requirement of completing and passing an assessment during the employment process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of the following languages: .NET Framework, Java, C, and Scripting (JavaScript, Perl, HTML, DHTML, or HTML5), VB.NET and/or Data manipulation of SQL, XML, NoSQL, Oracle.
• Skills in design and development of applications using a variety of languages, Data storage and transformation along with integration techniques.
• Other development tools and languages as determined applicable to applications objectives; such as SAP, SSIS, SSRS, SSMS, Informatica, ETL.
• Knowledge of, and minimum of six months supporting and configuring Tyler applications including but not limited to: Odyssey, Supervision, Portal, Jury, and Softcode.

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

• Constantly working in indoor/telework conditions.
• Frequently moves items weighing up to 10-15 pounds.
• Occasionally moves objects weighing up to 15-30 pounds.
• Occasionally moves about the office/telework office.
• Frequently communicates with others using approved technological resources; must be able to exchange accurate information through designated systems within a timely manner.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Positions self to perform essential functions of the job in an office/telework environment.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position.
• Flexibility to achieve performance excellence in a telework arrangement.
• Maintains County-issued equipment, software, data, and supplies.

Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: [phone].

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.