Systems Analyst/Programmer

United States District Court Eastern District of Wisconsin; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Job summary

The United States District Court Eastern District of Wisconsin is seeking a Systems Analyst/Programmer to join the Information Technology team. This position is critical for the implementation and coordination of automation projects for the court unit, focusing on maintaining software applications such as CM/ECF.

The successful candidate will be responsible for writing code, modifying existing software, and supporting users with their technical needs. A minimum of three years of experience in programming, along with a Bachelor's Degree, is preferred to ensure effective performance in this pivotal role.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of relevant work experience in user applications and programming.
• One year of demonstrated programming experience in Python, Perl, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of PC hardware/software.
• Experience in implementing and documenting automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Implement and coordinate automation project plans.
• Modify and enhance existing software.
• Write code to specifications and develop custom reports.
• Prepare and maintain documentation of locally-developed software.

Skills

Programming in Python or Perl

User applications support

Technical support

Teaching methods for non-automation personnel

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SharePoint

MySQL

SQL Server

VMWare

Windows Server

Cisco

Job description

U.S. District Court - Eastern District of Wisconsin

Job Description

The Systems Analyst/Programmer is part of the Information Technology team that is responsible for the implementation and coordination of specifically assigned automation projects for the court unit. The Systems Analyst/Programmer administers the day-to-day operations and support of court applications, such as CM/ECF, to ensure reliable and effective operations. The position performs work related to designing, modifying, and adapting existing and acquired software. The position is responsible for writing code; under the direction of the Director of I.T., may meet with end users to analyze their needs to implement software solutions and perform moderately complex troubleshooting for hardware and software systems.

Representative Duties

Implement and coordinate specifically assigned automation project plans for the court unit.

Modify, adapt, and enhance existing software, including off the shelf, local, and national applications, to allow adaptation to new hardware, correct for errors, or improve performance of the software.

Write code to specifications. Document work. Develop custom reports. Prepare flow charts. Perform routine testing. Provide analysis and recommendations to the assistant systems manager in user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.

Install or assist in the installation of new or revised releases of national systems.

Prepare and maintain the documentation of all locally-developed software used at the site.

May confer with technical staff and end users to design software applications, including exchanging information on project limitation and capabilities, performance requirements, and interfaces.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Requires a minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience, including user applications, terminology, and methodology, with the equivalent of one (1) year of demonstrated programming experience in Python, Perl or equivalent. Knowledge of PC hardware/software to provide excellent technical support for a user base of up to 80. Demonstrated ability to implement, operate, and document automation systems when system analysis, systems integration, and consideration of hardware and software are a part of the experience. Skill in teaching methods, techniques, and processes which are most successful in training non-automation personnel.

Preference will be given to candidates with the following qualifications:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint
• Knowledge of relational database fundamentals and experience with database applications such as MySQL, Informix, SQL Server
• Federal judiciary work experience along with general knowledge of court functions and operations
• Experience with VMWare, Windows Server, Cisco, and WAN/LANs
• Bachelor’s Degree

Additional Information

Federal benefits package. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States. Position was open until March 21, 2018.

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