Department Information Systems Analyst III - Temporary

This examination is being given to fill one temporary vacancy in the Data Processing Department at San Joaquin General Hospital and to establish a referral pool to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline.

NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail.

Performs professional level specialized and complex duties in the analysis, evaluation, design, programming, development, testing, implementation, documentation and maintenance of large and complex systems, networks, and programs across multiple platforms and technologies.

Serves as resource and provides highly specialized support to maintaining existing systems; assesses, reviews and conducts research on system and network operational problems and functionality; advises client on alternative information technology solutions.

Performs a variety of complex analytical duties in planning, developing, installing, implementing, integrating, testing and evaluating the department's local and wide area networks; evaluates network protocols, hardware and software to determine their applicability to department network needs; evaluates new applications to determine integration with current networks and systems; installs, configures and manages servers; develops and coordinates the installation and maintenance of computers, circuits, data communications equipment, printers and other peripheral equipment.

Evaluates and tests system and network upgrades; installs or upgrades in-house or vendor software; troubleshoots and resolves complex hardware, software, network failure, compatibility and telecommunications problems; recommends and implements changes and improvements.

Monitors network security and performance; identifies unauthorized access and potential security risks; implements and administers security strategies; measures volume and performance of network traffic; identifies utilization and performance issues; recommends improvements to security and network performance.

Evaluates and tests new or enhanced programs; prepares specifications and justification for new and enhanced program modifications; coordinates with software vendors to ensure quality and completeness of final product; installs or upgrades software and hardware; troubleshoots hardware and software related problems; performs testing and documentation duties.

Designs data and program structures using appropriate design tools; analyzes current systems; designs data structure and program interface; designs on-line screens, maps, reports, forms, menus, and input/output records; develops data flow diagrams and other systems documentation to create specifications.

Develops optimum software configurations to achieve program functional goals; locates, reviews, re-formats and downloads existing system data; tests and de-bug programs; determines whether new program meets the client's business and technology requirements; recommends changes as needed.

Assumes responsibility for developing, implementing and maintaining complex Internet and Intranet websites; recommends design and layouts; writes code; creates database connections; develops written technical procedures; documents website architecture; recommends hardware and software; implements interactive website components; provides Internet training for department staff.

Performs database maintenance and administration duties; creates and maintains user accounts; implements updates; performs daily backup duties.

Performs complex programming duties; determines method of integrating new programming code into existing programs to meet user needs; ensures data integrity and program structure and reliability are maintained.

Performs technical writing duties in the development and production of system documentation, instructional and procedural manuals.

Identifies training issues and coordinates training sessions for client users on assigned network or systems; develops training schedule; designs training manuals; conducts training sessions; evaluates training programs to determine effectiveness.

As assigned, may exercise direct or technical and functional supervision over lower level staff; assists in selecting, training, motivating and evaluating assigned staff; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies.

Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of information technology.

The following special requirements were approved by the Civil Service Commission on November 12, 2015:

 

Either PATTERN I

Experience:  One year as a Department Information Systems Analyst II in San Joaquin County with a combination of advanced hands-on experience in the following areas:

 

            Networking equipment:  S8 Extreme Networks/Enterasys, with Enterasys switches. 

Cisco VPN Concentrator and Cisco routers with static routing

            Wireless network;          Extreme Networks/Enterasys Network Access Control

            Server environment:       Windows 2012, VMWare, Citrix, Network Attached Storage (NAS)/

                                                Storage Area Network (SAN), Active Directory (AD) 2012

            Firewalls:                      Cisco ASA/PIX, Palo Alto

            Security Tools:              Solarwinds, Orion, EMCO, Enterasys Network Access Control

 

Or PATTERN II

Education:  Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in computer science, information systems or a related field.

 

Experience:  Two years of increasingly responsible professional analytical computer and related systems work in an information systems environment, preferably in a hospital or healthcare setting, with some combination of advanced hands-on experience in the following areas:

 

     Networking equipment:          S8 Extreme Networks/Enterasys, with Enterasys switches. 

Cisco VPN Concentrator and Cisco routers with static routing

            Wireless network:          Extreme Networks/Enterasys Network Access Control

            Server environment:        Windows 2012, VMWare, Citrix, Network Attached Storage (NAS)/

                                                Storage Area Network (SAN), Active Directory (AD) 2012

            Firewalls:                      Cisco ASA/PIX, Palo Alto

            Security Tools:              Solarwinds, Orion, EMCO, Enterasys Network Access Control

 

Substitution #1: Possession of an approved information systems technology certificate, or completion of an approved information systems training course may substitute for part or all of the required education.  A list of approved certificates and/or courses shall be maintained within the Human Resources Department.

 

Substitution #2: Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the above-required education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years.

Operations, services and activities of a comprehensive information systems program across multiple operating platforms; advanced principles and practices of computer science and information systems; methods and techniques of system and network analysis and design; advanced methods and techniques of system hardware and software troubleshooting and installation; principles and practices of structured programming; operational characteristics of multiple operating system and network environments and associated hardware, software, database and related components; methods and techniques of evaluating business operations to develop technology solutions; principles and procedures of quality assurance; methods and techniques of developing testing procedures; methods and techniques of designing, implementing and maintaining internet and intranet web sites; web page and computer graphic design principles; internet protocols; principles and practices of local and wide area network protocols, security and administration; methods and techniques of installing, configuring, maintaining and administering network servers, hardware and software; operational characteristics of database programs; principles and practices of database maintenance and administration; relational database design theories, techniques and tools; pertinent Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations.

Provide advanced level support for system, network and program analysis, implementation and maintenance; detect, isolate and resolve complex information system problems; recommend, design, implement and install systems and programs; independently perform complex systems, network and applications programming and analysis duties; design, configure, install and test local and wide area network servers, hardware, software, routers and associated components; analyze procedures and data to develop logical solutions to complex systems problems; troubleshoot and analyze complex local and wide area network operating system or hardware and software problems; perform database maintenance and administration duties; learn and apply concepts and principles of highly complex database management; learn principles, practices, methods and techniques of serving as project manager on assigned information systems projects; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Mobility-Frequent use of data entry devices; frequent sitting, standing or walking for long periods; occasional pushing/pulling, bending, squatting and crawling; driving; Lifting-Frequently 5-30 pounds; occasionally 70 pounds or less; Vision-Constant use of good overall vision; frequent reading/close-up work; occasional color, depth and peripheral vision; Dexterity-Frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, reaching; Hearing/Talking-Frequent talking/hearing in person and on the telephone; Emotional/Psychological-Frequent decision making and concentration; frequent public contact; occasional working alone, working nights and traveling; Environmental-Frequent exposure to noise.

Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination.  If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection.

Testing Accommodation:  Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. 

Physical Exam:  Some classifications require physical examinations.  Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination.  The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities.

Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam:  Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment.  Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen.  The County pays for the initial drug screen.

 

Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when:

• They are related to the Appointing Authority, or

• The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other

Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule.

Proof of Eligibility:  If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S.

Apply Online:       

www.sjgov.org/hr

By mail or in person:  

San Joaquin County Human Resources

44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330

Stockton, Ca 95202                                  

 

Office hours:               
Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays.

Phone:  (209) 468-3370 

 

Job Line:

For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. 

When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. (The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division).  

San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer:  San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.  For more information go to www.sjgov.org/eeo.