Senior Computer Programmer Analyst Nc

Employee performs a variety of professional technical and analytical duties in the operation of enterprise client/server and desktop computer systems and networks. Employee assists in the analysis of city county and criminal justice agencies data processing needs; assists in the design testing and implementation of systems; performs network design implementation and maintenance data/database analysis/administration and modifications to existing computer applications. Performs related duties as required.

Specific Position Requirements
The County Law Enforcement Applied Regionally (CLEAR) section of the Enterprise Technology Solutions (ETS) division is currently seeking to fill the position of Senior Computer Programmer Analyst with a talented and motivated individual with strong Database Programming and Database Administration skills. This employee assists in the analysis of city county and criminal justice agencies data processing needs; assists in the design testing and implementation of systems; performs database design implementation and maintenance of databases; administration of new and existing databases. Performs other related duties as required.

(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.

Knowledge of:
(One or more of the following categories may be required)

All Categories:
Principles of computer data processing.
Design installation and maintenance of enterprise distributed client server and desktop computer systems.
Principles and practices of computer network systems analysis and design.
Current trends and new technologies in data processing.
Desktop software packages and operating systems.
Principles of effective documentation.
Principles of providing effective customer service.

Operating Systems:
Methods and practices of installation for upgrading of client servers and desktop computer hardware and software.
Computer system configurations.
Operating system structures.

Networking:
Principles of computer network systems analysis and design.
Local area network hardware and transmission protocols.
Data communication concepts and principles.
Internet and intranet architecture.
Network security policies techniques and procedures.
Network configuration maintenance and diagnostic procedures and techniques.
Licensing Agreement enforcement.

Programming:
Standard programming languages.
Computer operating systems/hardware.
Program design and analysis.
Principles and techniques of programming.
Programming languages (Java C C Visual Basic etc. and utilities.

Database Administration:
Database management systems.
Database design.
Database tools.
Data/file management tools.
Database utilities.
Data warehouse and multi dimensions.
File and data recovery.
Database security methods and techniques.
Physical control standards and procedures.
Database software (Oracle SQL etc.

Web:
Indepth graphic design.
User interface design.
Advertising and marketing.
Information architecture.
Management of ecommerce.
Frontend web code such as HTML and JavaScript.

Business:
Business systems analysis.
Business software packages.

GIS:
Desktop GIS software for analysis query and visualization (e.g. ESRIs ArcView).
WEBbased GIS application interfaces and data presentation.
Desktop or Workstation GIS advanced software for data creation geo processing andconversion (e.g. ESRIs Arc Info).
Geolocational and Georelational dataset concepts and database structures.
Engineering/surveying principles and practices as related to GIS and GPS (global positioningsystems) applications.
Interface and integration of GIS database systems with other public enterprise systems such aspermitting licensing and financial systems.

Skill to: (All Categories)
Install configure upgrade and maintain hardware and software including that related to local and wide area networks.
Perform hardware modifications such as chip replacement and board swaps.
Troubleshoot and resolve network hardware and software problems.
Use and maintain networking test equipment.

Ability to: (All Categories)
Read and prepare clear and concise reports and technical documents.
Work with minimal supervision.
Provide effective customer service.
Develop and recommend cost effective improvements for technical systems.
Implement systems based on design specifications and instructions.
Evaluate and recommend purchase of computer equipment services and supplies.
Analyze design program test debug document and maintain various systems and
applications.
Develop procedures and means of storage for archiving data.

(Illustrative only. Any one position within this classification may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all of the tasks which may be performed.

Performs all essential functions of a Computer Programmer Analyst.
Installs and maintains servers and network equipment.
Troubleshoots any application or server connections.
Installs configures and troubleshoots office network software and operating systems.
Identifies the need for hardware and software upgrades and perform upgrade.
Under minimal supervision develops specifications codes tests and documents application programs.
Under minimal supervision develops specifications codes and tests interfaces and conversion programs or procedures.
Creates and maintains medium project work plans.
Creates data flow documents which detail systems or business problems.
Evaluates and tests options for backup restoration and recovery procedures.
Identifies software requirements.
Drafts requests for proposals to accomplish design objectives.
Evaluates and specifies hardware and software configuration and places orders with vendors.
Applies a general understanding of protocols topology hardware and software and network design.
Evaluates and specifies networking equipment and application.
Applies network hardware and software troubleshooting skills.
Provides second level network problem escalation resolution.
Develops and administers enduser training programs.
Assures that appropriate IT security is considered in all tasks.
Acts in compliance with the City of Cincinnatis Information Security Policy Administrative Regulations and related standards and procedures in the Citys Human Resources Policies and Procedures.

A RESUME AND NECESSARY TRANSCRIPT(S) MUST BE ATTACHED TO BE CONSIDERED

Each applicant must have completed an Associates Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in computer science information technology computer programming criminal justice geography or a related field. In addition each applicant must have one year of professional paid work experience performing work similar to that listed under Examples of Work Performed.

OR

Each applicant must have completed 45quarter credit hours from an accredited college or university with 30 of the 45 credit hours being in computer science information technology and/or computer programming. In addition each applicant must have two years of professional paid work experience performing work similar to that listed under Examples of Work Performed. A certification program such as a Novell or Windows NT engineer may substitute for one year paid work experience (completion of other certification programs not listed will be reviewed on a casebycase basis).

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must have a valid Drivers License for some positions.
Some positions may require a criminal background investigation and fingerprinting due to the sensitive nature of the work.
May be required to work irregular hours and be oncall.

Candidates must attach their Joint Services Transcripts evaluated by the American Council on Education (ACE) if they would like military course work to be considered as part of the application review. Please follow the link below for additional information.

and Physical Conditions

Environmental Conditions: Office environment exposure to computer screens; travel to sites within the City/Hamilton County may be required.

Physical Conditions: Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time; general manual dexterity; must be able to operate assigned vehicle (as required).