Senior Information Technology Analyst (20558135)

Job Description:

Senior Information Technology Analyst (20558135)

Description

Description

The County of Yuba is recruiting for the position of Senior Information Technology Analyst in the Yuba County Administrative Services/Information Technology Department. Under limited supervision, provides lead direction and technical assistance to assigned support staff and/or project management; performs the more complex computer systems analysis, maintenance, design, and programming; serves as the primary contact and County resource expert on assigned applications or group of applications and performs related work as assigned. The Senior Information Technology Analyst is the advanced professional journey level classification in the information technology series.

Examples of Duties:

• Acts as project leader in assigned projects; provides lead direction, technical assistance, training, and work review to Information Technology Analyst I/IIs in the area of assignment; serves as the primary contact and resource expert on assigned projects.
• Assists with the planning, implementing, coordinating and providing day-to-day guidance over an assigned functional area; organizes and assigns work, sets priorities and follows up to ensure coordination and completion of assigned work.
• Administers computer networks and related computing environments including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations; monitors network performance to determine whether adjustments need to be made, and to determine where changes will need to be made in the future; operates master consoles to monitor the performance of computer systems and networks, and to coordinate computer network access and use.
• Performs the full range of Information Systems Analyst I/II duties, as well as, resolves the most complex and sensitive computer systems analysis, maintenance, design, and programming problems.
• Prepares and documents design specifications, installation instructions, and other system related information.

Job Description URL:

https://www.yuba.org/Yuba%20County/Human%20Resources%20and%20Organizational%20Se...

Job PDF:

Senior IT Analyst Job Flyer - Oct 2024.pdf

Ideal Candidate

The Helpdesk Systems Lead is responsible for providing professional and efficient helpdesk support, desktop engineering and imaging. A strong customer service mindset is the key to succeeding in this role. This hands on team lead will assist with the standardization of helpdesk services and procedures along with streamlining any discovered inefficiencies. This person needs experience and understanding of M365. They will play a key role in the continued development of the IT Helpdesk Team. The successful candidate should have a thorough understanding of Cisco hardware, Software and firmware, VMware, Azure, M365 and network security.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution with major coursework in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field and three (3) years of progressively responsible emerging technology experience performing network, security, or system administration with at least one (1) year equivalent to the County’s class of Information Technology Analyst II. Experience involving the technical experience that demonstrates the ability to perform analytical duties in assigned technology area may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Possession of one or more approved information technology certification, or completion of other approved information technology training may be substituted for some or all of the required education.

PREFERRED: In addition to the minimum, additional relevant analytical network, security, and systems administration experience in a public agency setting.

Licenses & Certification:

The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver's license within ten (10) days of employment; maintain throughout employment. Depending upon assignment, certification pertaining to the information technology used by the appointing authority may be required prior to advancement to the II-level. Prior to completion of probationary period possess a Project Management Institute (PMI) Certificate for Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAMP), or equivalent as determined by the appointing authority; or six college units of project management coursework; or 20 hours of continuing education in project management in the last five years and every five year period on an ongoing basis. Maintain professional development and continuing education to keep up-to-date with emerging technology.

Special Requirements:

Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation, which includes Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire. DMV printout prior to hire. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.

Benefits

MERIT INCREASE: Typically 5% each year for the first 7 years. To access the County salary schedule, please click on this link.

RETIREMENT MISCELLANEOUS:

Classic: 2% @ 55

New: 2% @ 62

For more information about CalPERS Pension, please visit CalPERS Retirement.

SOCIAL SECURITY: Yuba County does not participate in the Social Security Program

MEDICARE: Yuba County does participate in the Medicare Program.

STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE: SDIprovides benefits to employees who are unable to work due to non-work-related illness or injury. Paid Family Leave (PFL) automatically covers persons covered by SDI.

MEDICAL: Yuba County offers several medical plan options (HMO and PPO plans available based on eligibility) through CalPERS. To reference the current Rate Sheet, please visit Health Insurance and see General Resources.

DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: The County pays 100% of the Basic plan premiums for employee or 80% for employee and eligible dependent(s). Requires participation in Health Insurance benefits.

*Health Waiver Opt-out of $250/monthly available with proof of other Non-Covered CA, employer sponsored health care coverage.

LIFE INSURANCE: County provides $50,000 in life insurance coverage. Employees may purchase additional coverage for themselves and dependents.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: County paid confidential counseling program for up to 5 visits per incident per eligible family member.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: One Voluntary Deferred Compensation plan is available.

UNION AFFILIATION: Yuba County Employee Association (YCEA). To learn more visit Labor Relations.

F or Leave Accrual Rates and Specialty Pays for classifications within the Yuba County Employees Association Bargaining Unit, please reference this Yuba County Employee's Association (YCEA) Benefits Summary .

Special Instructions

Final Filing Deadline: Friday, November 22, 2024 @ 5PM

APPLICATION SCREENING:

An official Yuba County employment application must be submitted by the final filing deadline. Applications must include copies of valid license(s), certificate(s) and college transcripts and/or diploma. Incomplete applications may be disqualified from further consideration.

TO APPLY:

ONLINE APPLICATION: Applications may be submitted online through CalOpps. Click on the Apply for Job button above to complete the Yuba County employment application.

OR

HARD COPY APPLICATION: You may access a hard copy of the Yuba County employment application by visiting our website at http://www.yuba.org. Our applications are available in a Microsoft Word format or fillable PDF, or you may pick up these materials in our office located 915 8th Street, Suite 113, Marysville, CA 95901. Hard copies of applications can be submitted to our office in person, by U.S. Mail or by fax at 530-749-7864. Applications must be received by the final filing deadline; postmarks or applications received after the final filing deadline will not be accepted.

All applicants will be given written notice regarding the status of their application and selection procedures. The County prefers to communicate via email, if provided, to expedite communication. It is also recommended that applicants review their SPAM mail daily so as not miss any important communication from the County. Communications are sent from two mail servers: Yuba@CalOpps.org and @co.yuba.ca.us.

Applicants are responsible for notifying the County of any changes to their contact information, including but not limited to e-mail addresses, mailing addresses, primary and secondary telephone numbers.

(Note: All diplomas or degrees must be from an accredited college or university. To obtain information regarding accreditation, refer to the US Department of Education Office of Post Secondary Education at: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/search.aspx )

Applicants must provide the following documents with their application by the filing deadline:

• Completed Yuba County Employment Application (Online or Hard Copy)
• Any Diplomas and Unofficial Transcripts
• Copies of Related Certifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The minimum and preferred requirements are listed above. While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, Human Resources reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures.

RECRUITMENT SELECTION PROCESSES:

The recruitment process involves multiple steps which may include but are not limited to:

• One-Way Video Interviews
• Qualifications Appraisal Panels
• Department Interviews

(Please note: The entire recruitment process from recruitment opening date to start date could take 8 - 10 weeks for successful candidates).

ONE-WAY VIDEO INTERVIEW:

One-way interviews may be used as an extension of the application process, as a secondary method of screening large applicant pools or as an oral examination. A panel may be comprised of one individual, typically the hiring authority, or a small group of subject matter experts. Oral examinations can be used to assist in the establishment of an employment list or as part of the hiring decision. The goal of a one-way interview is to simulate an actual in-person interview environment. If one-way video interviewing is utilized in the recruitment process, applicants are provided detailed information including instructions, interview practice options and 24-hour direct support from the County's vendor, Spark Hire.

QUALIFICATIONS APPRAISAL PANEL:

This is an oral examination process. Applicants who successfully completed the screening processes and meet the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in a qualifications appraisal panel. The process consists of three or four panel members along with a subject matter expert who will ask individuals questions related to the essential functions and/or attributes required for the position.

WAIVER OF SELECTION PROCEDURES:

When selection procedures have been publicly announced and the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications for the position is five or less, the Human Resources Director may, at her/his discretion; a) Waive the competition entirely and submit the names of the applicants meeting the minimum qualifications to the appointing department, b) Revise the conditions of competition to a more practical basis under the circumstances.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY LIST:

An employment eligibility list is established for those applicants who successfully pass all phases of the examination process. This list will be held for a minimum of six (6) months from the date the list is certified. For each vacancy the top five (5) ranks on the list will be certified to the department for final selection, which will include a departmental interview.

DEPARTMENT INTERVIEW:

The Information Technology Department will notify the applicant of the date and time of his/her interview. The applicant will be asked a series of questions about his/herself and his/her related experience, education and training that exhibit the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to the job. The applicant may also be asked questions about hypothetical situations to test his/her ability to make decisions and use sound judgment and common sense.

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone:

(530)749-5637

Contact email:

njanda@co.yuba.ca.us

Closing Date/Time: 11/22/2024 at 5pm

Salary:

$7,046.00-$7,751.00 Monthly