IT SYSTEMS ANALYST

Under the direction of the Management Systems Administrator or designee, the position will evaluate, design, implement, maintain, and modify advanced technological systems in conjunction with the District’s Technology Services team. Maintain, improve, and refine the district's data and storage management systems. Work closely with vendors and technical and administrative personnel, acting as technical lead in assigned IT-related projects, including evaluating, testing, and recommending new software and technology-related procedures and policies. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
General direction is provided by a higher-level administrator. This classification exercises functional and technical supervision over assigned staff.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This is a summary of the typical job duties performed, along with the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this classification. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: 

1. Analysis and Problem-Solving: Analyze IT systems and data to identify inefficiencies, areas for improvement, and potential solutions to business challenges. Integrate and connect disparate systems.
2. System Design and Implementation: Design and implement IT solutions, including software, hardware, and infrastructure, to meet specific business requirements and align with organizational goals.
3. Communication and Collaboration: Work with stakeholders at all levels, including business leaders and IT professionals, to gather requirements, present insights, and ensure successful project implementation.
4. System Monitoring and Maintenance: Monitor the performance of IT systems, perform regular audits, and recommend upgrades or improvements to ensure systems are secure, efficient, and scalable.
5. Technical Support and Training: Provide support to end-users and train staff on new IT systems and processes.
6. Research and Evaluation: Stay informed about new and emerging technologies and evaluate their potential benefits for the organization.
7. Perform other related job duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

COMPETENCIES:

• Critical Thinking - Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, claims.
• Decision Making - Choosing optimal courses of actions in a timely manner.
• Professional & Technical Expertise - Applying technical subject matter to the job.
• Action and Results Focus - Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment.
• Attention to Detail - Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products.
• Self Management - Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability.
• Oral Communication - Engaging effectively in dialogue with others.
• Customer Focus - Attending to the needs and expectations of customers.
• Teamwork - Exercise peer leadership, and collaborate with others to achieve shared goals.
• Leveraging Technology - Applying technology for improvements in organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Project Management - Planning and tracking projects to ensure they are on time, within budget, and achieve their objectives.
• Industry Monitoring - Stay abreast of developments in the field and be adaptive to meet the growing needs of information technology in the educational environment. 

Click here to review the complete job description.Education:  A Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in Computer Science, Information Technology, or other fields closely related to the job requirements of this classification.

Experience:  Four (4) years of increasingly responsible development and database experience.

License and Certification:  A valid California driver's license and the availability of private transportation or ability to provide transportation between job sites is required. Ability to be covered under the District property/liability insurance.Application Filing
Applications for this position will be accepted online only during the specified recruitment period.  Applicants will receive notifications electronically by email only.  An eligibility list will be established to fill future vacancies.
 
Applicants must complete all required fields of the application and attach the required documents, preferably in .pdf format. Failure to do so may result in disqualification. 

The following documents MUST accompany your completed application: Cover Letter Resume Official college transcript showing evidence of completed coursework and degree awarded (degree certificate will not be accepted in lieu of transcript). Foreign degrees and credit units require translation and equivalency established by an agency recognized by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing

Examination Information
Following the evaluation of training and experience, and responses to supplemental questions, the most qualified candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in the structured oral examination. Make-up exams will not be offered.
 
After the exam procedure concludes for this recruitment, an eligibility (hiring) list will be established to fill future vacancies. When eligibility lists include open and promotional lists of qualified candidates through competitive examination, the promotional list will be used first, unless otherwise stated in this bulletin. 

Work Schedule
This is an exempt position with a full-time schedule at 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week, and observes a 12-month work calendar.  Additional hours may be necessary.
 
Compensation
Salary placement for new employees is typically at the first step ($101,579/annually) of the appropriate salary schedule.  Upon successful completion of the initial probationary period, a one-step salary advance shall be granted with all future annual advances occurring on the established anniversary date.

Probationary Period
Persons in this position are required to successfully satisfy a probationary period of one (1) year from the date of appointment.  During this period, an employee must demonstrate an overall satisfactory level of performance. 

Benefits
The District offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package, including vacation, holiday, and sick leave, as well as medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and qualified legal dependents. Health and welfare benefits are earned in accordance with the District's insurance program. Click here to view the current benefit plan matrix.  

Leaves
One (1) day of paid leave of absence is earned for each full month of service.  The amount of sick leave granted may be accumulated from year to year. Vacation is earned at the rate of two (2) days for each month in paid status for a maximum of 24 days per year.  There are seventeen (17) paid holidays that fall within the work year.  

Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in an office setting, with duties performed at a desk or conference table or in meetings of various configurations. Exposure to noise from office equipment operation and employees; some interruptions and contact in person and on telephone with district staff or the public.   Ability to work in a temperature-controlled and storeroom environment with cooler temperatures.

Physical Demands: Ability to stand and sit for prolonged periods; sufficient mobility to work in an indoor and outdoor environment;  lift, carry, push and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; dexterity of hands and fingers to repetitively manipulate standard office and other job-related equipment; vision in the normal visual range with or without correction to read printed materials and video display terminals; hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Salary : $101,579 - $129,643