What are the responsibilities and job description for the Systems Analyst - Public Safety/Fire position at TalentAlly?
Make an impact where it matters most.
The City of Chesapeake Fire Department is seeking a skilled Systems Analyst to support and enhance the technology that helps keep our community safe. In this role, you'll work behind the scenes to ensure critical systems run smoothly, efficiently, and securely while supporting the dedicated professionals who rely on them every day.
This position plays a key role in analyzing, designing, and supporting complex information systems, with opportunities to lead projects and guide others.
What You'll Do
The City of Chesapeake Fire Department is seeking a skilled Systems Analyst to support and enhance the technology that helps keep our community safe. In this role, you'll work behind the scenes to ensure critical systems run smoothly, efficiently, and securely while supporting the dedicated professionals who rely on them every day.
This position plays a key role in analyzing, designing, and supporting complex information systems, with opportunities to lead projects and guide others.
What You'll Do
- Analyze user needs and recommend technology solutions to improve or enhance systems
- Design, develop, test, and implement new applications and system upgrades
- Modify existing systems to improve efficiency, reduce complexity, and support operations
- Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and guidance to system users
- Administer systems and networks, including managing user access and security
- Develop reports and data solutions to meet operational needs
- Monitor technology trends and recommend improvements, policies, and procedures
- Maintain system documentation, inventories, and related records
- Assist with budgeting, procurement, and vendor coordination for hardware and software
- Lead or support projects, including planning, implementation, and progress reporting
- Provide training and support to end users and staff
- Participate in meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience with systems design, development, and support
- Knowledge of system and network administration, including security practices
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently
- Strong communication skills with the ability to support both technical and non-technical users
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to public service
- Work that directly supports emergency response and community safety
- A collaborative team environment with meaningful impact
- Opportunities to lead projects and grow professionally
- Stable public sector employment with a competitive benefits package