Systems Analyst/Developer (IT)



Job Details

Systems Analyst/Developer (IT)
Employer

Walworth County

Salary

$30.26 - $40.02 Hourly

Location

Elkhorn, WI

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2018-00019

Department

Information Technology

Opening Date

01/31/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Position Summary

This position is responsible for analysis of business solution definitions, technical recommendations, development and testing in support of technical initiatives and strategies. The Systems Analyst/Developer ensures development of products and services for customer requirements are within the specified definitions.  The Systems Analyst/Developer position requires strong business skills and is responsible for reviewing, analyzing and modifying systems including encoding, testing, debugging and installing to support application systems. Responsibilities also include analysis and development of applications, databases, interfaces and reports.

Applications are being accepted from Walworth County employees and members of the public.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
 

Elicit requirements using interviews, document analysis, requirements workshops, surveys, site visits, business process descriptions, use cases, scenarios, business analysis, task and workflow analysis.
 
Provide technical expertise and recommendations in assessing new IT software projects and initiatives to support and enhance existing software systems.
 
Make recommendations on custom applications requested by County departments. Provide assistance and advice to business users in the effective use of applications and information technology.
 
Analyze information needs and functional requirements and provide the following deliverables as needed: Functional requirements (Business Requirements Document), Use Cases and Interface Designs.
 
Critically evaluate information gathered from multiple sources, reconcile conflicts, translate high-level information into details, elavate low-level information to a general understanding, and distinguish user requests from the underlying true needs.
 
Serve, or assist as needed, as the liaison between departments in resolving IT software issues.
 
Investigate and resolve application functionality related issues and provide support and troubleshooting of County Applications.
 
Troubleshoot technical issues and identify modifications needed in existing applications to meet changing user requirements.
 
Identify opportunities that can improve efficiency of business processes.
 
Analyze and develop applications, databases, interfaces and reports.
 
Lead development and testing efforts ensuring issues are identified, tracked, reported on and resolved in a timely manner.
 
Assist in managing an outsource relationship for 3rd party application development and programming consultants.
 
Provide SQL administration in live and test environments.
 
Verify database and data integrity.
 
Write technical procedures and documentation for new and existing applications including operations, user guides, etc.
 
Particpate in after hours on-call rotation.
 
Demonstrate a commitment to county safety and risk management efforts.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 

Technical Skills
  • Extensive knowledge of data processing, hardware platforms, and enterprise software applications.
  • Technical experience with systems, databases, Web development, and user support.
  • Strong background in Data Base design in Microsoft SQL.
  • Background in Microsoft .NET, Visual Basic, Excel, Word, Outlook and HTML.
  • Good working knowledge skills with Microsoft Office Products.
  • Working knowledge of project management skills with effective results focus within an information systems environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Experience in the development and implementation of standards, procedures and guidelines to support operational processes.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage changing priorities.
  • Proven ability to be flexible and work both independently and in a team environment.
  • Willing to work occasionally outside of normal business hours.
  • Excellent English oral and written communication skills.
 
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree or formal preparation equivalent to a four-year program, and three to five years of relevant prior experience required but six to eight years is preferred.  Proven experience in ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages as well as ability to apply basic algebra and geometry concepts to calculate area, circumference, volume and /or land measures.
 
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations and Other Special Requirements
Valid Wisconsin driver license.
Proof of minimum auto liability insurance coverage.
Must be able to provide a reliable personal vehicle to be used for travel between county locations on a daily basis.
This position will participate in an on-call rotation which provides 24-hour, 7 day a week, 365 days technical support to maintain systems uptime.
 
Interactions and Communications
Provide specialized information and/or recommendations to others regarding an area of expertise.  Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with technical staff, vendors, consultants and non-technical users of the Information Systems' services.  Ability to prepare and present, both orally and in writing, new system proposals including system design and programming estimates.
 
Decision Making
This position has authority to make decisions that are consistent with policies and precedents; supervision and managerial direction is available as requested.  These decisions directly impact performance in the job and/or the work unit within the department and information is provided with additional research and observations which contributes to the decision making process.   Ability to analyze complex business procedures and system difficulties in order to assure complete problem resolution.
 
Thinking and Problem Solving
In relation to established procedures, protocols and policies of the County, challenges in this position tend to be diverse, but are typically covered by precedent or established practice.  Ability to assess and communicate project status, conformance with standards, design integration and work estimates.
 
Tools & Equipment Used
Proficiency in personal computers and data communication hardware.
 
WORK ENVIRONMENT  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.  The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Selection Process

TO INCLUDE:
Formal Walworth County Electronic Application
Education & Experience Review
Verification of Driver License
Oral Department Interview
Reference Check
Background Check
Post Offer Physical Exam
Drug Screen

Other job related tests may be required.

WALWORTH COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFIT SUMMARY
I2 - Salaried Exempt Employees
 
BARGAINING UNIT: Salaried Exempt Employees Hired on or after January 1, 2012
DATE: April 25, 2017
 
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: All employees of Walworth County are at-will employees.
 
BASIS OF PAYMENT: Salaried, FLSA Exempt.  You are not eligible for overtime or compensatory time.  You are required to account for all time absent from your regular work schedule.
 
VACATION: Accrued based on salary each pay period.  All accrued vacation hours are available for use, subject to approval of your supervisor.  You accrue vacation (pro-rated for part-time) equivalent to the following:
15 days per year after 1 year of Walworth County Service
20 days per year after 5 years of Walworth County Service
25 days per year after 15 years of Walworth County Service
 
SICK LEAVE: Accrued based on salary hours each pay period.  As a full-time employee (40 hours per week) you accrue 2.462 hours biweekly (pro-rated for part-time) with a bank limit of 120 hours.  Subject to verification, accrued sick leave is available for your personal illness or medical appointments without a waiting period.  Up to 40 hours per year may be used for non-FMLA illness of your parent, spouse or dependent children under 18.  Proof of medical need may be required.
 
HOLIDAYS: Ten paid holidays each year.  As a part-time employee, you receive pro-rated holiday pay based on your positions budgeted FTE.
 
INSURANCE: Employees hired into a .75 FTE or higher position are eligible for Health, Dental, Life, Vision and Long Term Disability insurance benefits on the first of the month following 30 days of service provided you complete enrollment forms within 30 days of hire. Employees hired into a .50 FTE or higher position are eligible for all benefits listed below except Health insurance. Employees hired into a .49 FTE or less position are not eligible to participate in these benefits.
 
Health Insurance: You can choose Tier 1 or Tier 2. Tier 1 is a standard co-pay plan. Tier 2 is a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA).  The County will contribute an amount approved by the County Board, payable as a lump sum to your HSA for Tier 2. You may also elect to contribute to your HSA up to the IRS maximum.  You may elect either family or single coverage.  The monthly premium will be split between the County and the employee.  The employee portion of the premium is 12% of the total cost of the plan.  Upon completion of a Health Risk Assessment (HRA) by the employee (and spouse if covered by the Walworth County plan), the premium will be reduced to 10% of the total cost of the plan.  Once the employee (and spouse if covered by the Walworth County plan) completes the education/counseling on their highest priority area recommended on their HRA, the premium will be reduced to 7% of the total cost of the plan.  For newly hired employees hired after the annual health risk assessment has been offered, the premium will automatically be reduced to 7% for the remainder of the year. 
 
Dental Insurance: You may elect either family or single coverage.  The county shall pay 100% (single or family) of the premium for a full-time and 50% (single or family) of the premium for a part-time employee enrolled in dental insurance.
 
Life Insurance: The County provides you with term life insurance in an amount equal to $50,000.  You have the option of purchasing additional coverage for yourself, spouse, and/or dependent children.
 
LTD Insurance: The County provides you with Long Term Disability Insurance. The monthly premium is 0.83% of your insured monthly wages.  The County shall pay 67% of the premium & the employee shall pay 33% of the premium.
 
Vison Insurance: You may elect to participate in Vision insurance.  The employee electing coverage shall pay 100% (single or family) of the premium for vision insurance. 
 
WISCONSIN RETIREMENT: You are covered under the Wisconsin Retirement System if you are expected to work a minimum of 1200 hours per year for a period of one year or more.  The WRS provides you with separation, disability or retirement benefits upon termination.  The payment is split between the county and employee, as prescribed by state law.  Employees expected to work less than 1200 hours per year will not receive this benefit.
 
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE: After completing 6 months of employment, you are eligible to participate in the Educational Assistance Program and receive partial reimbursement for tuition upon completion of approved courses.
 
TAX-SHELTERED BENEFITS: You may elect to participate in the following tax-sheltered benefits:
Deferred Compensation (S457 plan)
Medical Spending Account (S125 plan)
Dependent Care Plan (S125 plan)
Health Savings Account (S223 plan)
 
WORKERS COMPENSATION: You are covered by Workers Compensation for any illness or injury arising out of your employment.  Medical expenses and compensation for lost time are paid from the workers' compensation plan.  In addition, the County will supplement the workers' compensation lost-time payment for up to 1 year, making you whole on a "net-check" basis.
 
DIRECT DEPOSIT: You are required to participate in direct deposit of your paycheck to a banking institution of your choice.
 
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: You and your family are encouraged to use the Employee Assistance Program for help in addressing confidential family and financial matters.  EAP services are provided through Curalinc.  Please call 888-881-5462 for help.
 
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: You will receive pay for up to 3 days for the purpose of bereavement over the death of your spouse, child, step-child, parent, step-parent, brother, sister, grandparent, grandchild, mother-in-law, father-in-law, or other member of the immediate household (excluding renters).
 
You will receive up to 1 day of pay for the death of your brother-in-law, sister-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, aunt, uncle, niece or nephew.
 
JURY DUTY: Your regular wages will be made-whole for any time you are required to serve on jury duty.
 
MILITARY LEAVE: Your regular wages will be made-whole for up to two weeks for you to meet your annual two-week reserve duty obligation.  Extended military leaves are provided in accordance with state and federal laws.
 
LEAVE OF ABSENCE: You are required to request a leave of absence in writing and a minimum of 15 calendar days prior to your expected absence.  All leaves are subject to approval of the Human Resources Department and are at the discretion of the County's representative, except as otherwise required by law.   Under emergency situations, the leave papers must be submitted within 5 days after the absence begins. Periods of absence less than 5 days may be approved by your department head.
 
Approved: Dale Wilson, Human Resources Director
 
Note:   This Summary provides only a brief outline of your benefits.  All benefit terms and conditions are subject to the specific provisions of plan documents, policies, and/or legal rules and regulations.  These benefits are subject to change from time to time by action of the County Board and/or Human Resources Committee.

Employer
Walworth County
Address
P.O. Box 1001

Elkhorn, Wisconsin, 53121
Phone
262-741-7950

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