PROGRAMMER ANALYST
Recruitment #2402-0175DC-001
List Type | Original |
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Requesting Department | DOA - INFO & TECH MGT DIV |
Open Date | 2/6/2024 08:00:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 3/1/2024 11:59:00 PM |
HR Analyst | Nola Nelson |
Introduction
Located on the western shore of
Lake Michigan, Milwaukee is an urban hub bursting with energy. Milwaukee
provides a casual sophistication – big city appeal without the big city
hassles. We are accessible and affordable, and our residents are welcoming.
Milwaukee has evolved through the years, bringing together its unsurpassed charm
with top-flight arts and cultural attractions, professional sports, lakefront
festivals, recreational opportunities, and great restaurants.
The City of
Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce that is committed to providing
exemplary service to the City’s residents. If you have a passion for being a
part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following
opportunity.
Purpose
Under the direction of the Systems Integration Manager, the
Programmer Analyst serves as an applications developer for the City's Enterprise
Information Technology Management Division and develops, tests, implements, and
maintains applications that span the enterprise.
Essential Functions
Application Programming and Design
- Perform application development and configuration with continuous incremental improvements and releases.
- Integrate components with third-party systems.
- Analyze and design the City's information systems relative to its business standards, policies, and procedures.
- Adhere to new or existing operational and formatting standards, based on industry trends. Regularly seek improvements to code.
- Execute unit and system testing of new coding, prior to implementation.
- Troubleshoot and resolve problems with the City's applications.
- Participate in technical aspects of the software development lifecycle, including planning, design, deployment, ongoing system maintenance and evaluation of user feedback.
- Remain current with industry best practices.
- Mentor less experienced staff.
We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are
interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the
hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of
1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)
of 2008.
Conditions of Employment
- Must be willing and able to handle emergency calls and work overtime as needed, including some weekends and holidays, to meet deadlines.
- Must have the physical ability to lift and move up to 10 lbs. occasionally and to bend, crouch, kneel, reach, and sit or stand for extended periods; must have manual dexterity to operate computer equipment.
- Must be willing and able to travel within the City of Milwaukee to perform software installations off-site.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems management, information technology or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
- Two years of systems analysis and/or computer programming experience.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.
NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers.
Desirable Qualifications
- Report writing experience (SQL, PowerBI, HTML, and XML.
- Experience developing and updating SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) reports.
- Certifications in C, C++, Java, .NET, Visual Basic .NET (VB.NET), and/or C Sharp.
- Experience designing, implementing, testing and deploying SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) packages.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics
Technical
- Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware and software problems.
- Ability to read and interpret a wide range of complex documents, from policies to technical documents.
- Knowledge of coding methods and best practices.
- Knowledge of database structure, relational databases, and operating systems, particularly Microsoft Server, SQL Server, and Oracle.
- Proficiency in the XML tool and a variety of programming languages, including C, C++, Java, .NET, Visual Basic .NET (VB.NET), JavaScript Object Notation (JSON), Transact-SQL (TSQL), and C Sharp.
- Knowledge of current Internet technologies, including TCP/IP, HTTP, and Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).
- Knowledge of Crystal Reports and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS).
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Power Business Intelligence (BI).
- Working knowledge of data extraction and analysis.
- Knowledge of test case and test plan development.
- Knowledge of database development, maintenance, recovery, and restoration.
- Knowledge of technologies related to database security.
- Knowledge of enterprise applications, including Microsoft Productivity software, such as Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.
- Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
- Ability to recommend technical changes to department infrastructure.
- Research skills to study software-related issues and products and make recommendations.
Interpersonal, Communication and Customer Service
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team-oriented, collaborative environment with people whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.
- Ability to consult end-users for insight regarding functionality, interface, problems and usability issues.
- Ability to write correspondence, reports, and technical documentation.
- Verbal communication and presentation skills to share information with customers clearly and effectively.
- Training skills to provide end-user support to individuals of all ability levels.
Critical Thinking, Planning and Professionalism
- Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
- Ability to analyze work in progress to correct errors and redirect efforts.
- Decision-making skills and sound judgment to aid in choosing appropriate courses of action.
- Organizational skills to plan and accomplish work, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines.
- Project management skills.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Self-directed and self-motivated.
- Ability to exhibit professionalism and represent the department honestly and ethically.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and safeguard City resources.
- Commitment to professional development and staying informed of information technology (IT) trends.
Current Salary
The current salary range (Pay Range 2LN) is $88,397-$105,223
annually, and the resident incentive starting salary for City of Milwaukee
residents is range is $91,021-$108,380 annually. Appointment above the minimum is
possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject
to approval.
The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following:
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
- Health and Dental Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Comprehensive Wellness Program
- Onsite Clinic Services
- Onsite Employee Assistance Program
- Alternative Work Schedules
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Group Life Insurance
- Tuition Benefits
- Paid Vacation
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave and other paid leave
- Flexible Spending Arrangement
- Commuter Value Pass
For full details of the benefits offered by the City of
Milwaukee, please visit https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefits.
Selection Process
THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test, a structured interview or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.
INITIAL FILING DATE - The selection process will be
held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of
applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior
notice. However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been
met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the
selection process components. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of
Milwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. The
applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process
at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.
Additional Information
- APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.
- If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
- The Department of Employee Relations is located at City Hall, 200 E. Wells St., Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.
Conclusion
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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is
an equal opportunity employer.