Senior Systems Analyst

City of Renton; Renton (WA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Deferred compensation 3%

VEBA plan 1%

Medical, dental, vision, life

Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, 2

PERS retirement enrollment

Job summary

City of Renton is seeking a Senior Systems Analyst to lead Enterprise Business applications, including ERP and document management systems. The role demands hands-on SQL Server, ETL, reporting, and integration work, with a focus on reliability and cloud migration readiness.

You’ll partner with Business Systems Analysts to drive improvements while ensuring security, performance, and cross-team collaboration in a hybrid setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, Information Systems or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in web server administration, database, scripting programming, SQL, systems design, implementation or administration.
• Two years project management experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• As subject matter expert, provide technical support and maintenance to systems as directed or escalated from other IT teams.
• Maintain, administer and service Enterprise Business applications and related software and integrations including troubleshooting, migrating, scheduling, testing and patching, configuring, monitoring, training, updating and upgrading on servers and client computers.
• Plan, implement and upgrade technologies through all phases of the software life cycle including analyzing, architecting, designing, testing, installing, configuring, training end users, creating documentation, outlining future growth plan and auditing results.
• Perform database administration; install, configure and update database systems; monitor and maintain database system performance; manage backup plans and systems security.
• Act as project manager on multiple concurrent technical projects; manage teams across functional, departmental and organizational boundaries.
• Coordinate, develop and maintain project charters, plans, schedules, budgets and deliverables; monitor and control project scope, schedule, costs and quality.

Skills

SQL Server

T-SQL

PowerShell

Windows Server

SSRS

Integrations

ETL

Data Warehousing

Application Administration

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, Information Systems or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Document management systems

Permitting software

Job description

The City of Renton is looking for an experienced Senior Systems Analyst to serve as the technical lead for the City’s Enterprise Business applications. Technologies in this environment include ERP, permitting software, document management systems and similar. This position is responsible for application architecture, administration, integrations, upgrades, vendor management, database support, and delivery of technology projects.

This role requires strong hands‑on skills and experience with SQL Server, T‑SQL, PowerShell, Windows Server, SSRS, integrations, automation, ETL, data warehouse support, and enterprise application administration.

We need someone who can:

• think strategically about the full architecture
• understand how applications, databases, servers, jobs, integrations, reports, security, and business processes fit together
• use that understanding to improve system reliability, stability, scalability, and supportability.

The right candidate will be a practical, hands‑on Microsoft-platform problem solver who can build solutions, troubleshoot across system layers, and support future cloud migration efforts.

The role partners closely with Business Systems Analysts to analyze requirements, implement solutions, and drive business process improvements while ensuring system reliability, security, and performance.

Working for the City of Renton comes with an excellent benefits package, including:

• Deferred compensation with the City contributing 3% of the employee's salary.
• VEBA Plan with the City contributing 1% of the employee's salary.
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance at affordable rates
• Paid leave for vacation, sick, eleven holidays and two "personal" holidays a year
• State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) plan enrollment

JOB DESCRIPTION

• As subject matter expert, provide technical support and maintenance to systems as directed or escalated from other IT teams.
• Maintain, administer and service Enterprise Business applications and related software and integrations including troubleshooting, migrating, scheduling, testing and patching, configuring, monitoring, training, updating and upgrading on servers and client computers.
• Plan, implement and upgrade technologies through all phases of the software life cycle including analyzing, architecting, designing, testing, installing, configuring, training end users, creating documentation, outlining future growth plan and auditing results.
• Perform database administration; install, configure and update database systems; monitor and maintain database system performance; manage backup plans and systems security.
• Act as project manager on multiple concurrent technical projects; manage teams across functional, departmental and organizational boundaries.
• Coordinate, develop and maintain project charters, plans, schedules, budgets and deliverables; monitor and control project scope, schedule, costs and quality.
• Develop databases by analyzing, designing, coding/developing, building and deploying; create documentation and perform necessary training.
• Support diverse Business applications with varying degrees of complexity and an advanced knowledge of their frameworks.
• Analyze, design, code, test, deploy, provide training, create documentation and troubleshoot issues with custom software applications and integration systems.
• Partner with vendors and other IT staff to design and implement complex architectures that include network, servers, interfaces, databases, integrations and security.
• Gathers functional and business requirements and specifications; translates requirements and specifications to author Request for Proposals; evaluate and select vendors.
• Mentor and guide team members in analytical and project management techniques, business domains and processes, and technology languages and systems.
• Write and maintain technical system documentation and clear user materials.
• Manage the process of purchasing technology and coordinate contract negotiations.
• Design, author and maintain custom reports using various report writing tools and techniques.
• Regularly review prioritize and implement system changes requests to improve customer’s efficiency and accommodate business process changes.
• Create content and conduct training classes and presentations throughout the organization on various applications and processes.
• Manage SSL certificates to ensure security and process continuity.
• Contribute to an environment of teamwork and respect.
• Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by recognizing the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals.
• Remain current with relevant technological advancements as it relates to field.
• Participate in and help provide cross-training in processes as directed by management to ensure a well-rounded team for coverage purposes.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• May be assigned to support City priorities during emergencies.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Systems or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in web server administration, data base, scripting programming, SQL, systems design, implementation or administration.
• Or minimum of 9 years of relevant education and experience.
• Two years project management experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Successful passing of a required background check and national fingerprint-based records check.
• Successful passing of a required driving record check.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Drive to offsite locations to perform essential functions.
• Move throughout City facilities and buildings.
• Operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Communicate with City employees and residents.
• Lift or move items weighing up to 40 pounds occasionally.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed in an office environment.
• Noise level in the office is moderately quiet.
• May be required to participate in a standby or on-call rotation.
• Work evening and/or weekend hours as required.

Approved reasonable accommodation requests will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Telework Program

The City of Renton supports workers performing in a hybrid capacity (partial telework/in-office) where job responsibilities can be performed remotely. This position may be eligible for a telework arrangement, up to 2 days remote, based on the operational needs of the City and specific Department. Regardless of job title or telework arrangement, City of Renton employees must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance to their worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

Accommodation

Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing, or interview process may contact [e-mail] at least 2 days prior to the need.