The PositionWhy join the Contra Costa County Administrator's Office?The County Administrator’s Office has an exciting opportunity for an energetic person possessing a combination of business background and computer skills to help us develop, test, support, and utilize modern IT systems that support the strategic business goals of the County’s law and justice departments. Applications are being accepted to fill one (1) full-time permanent vacancy located in Martinez, CA.
Under the general direction of the Law & Justice Business Systems Manager, this position provides technical support and re-engineering activities for the development of large computer system implementation, integration, and monitoring projects within and between County justice departments, and perform related duties as assigned. County justice departments include the District Attorney, Public and Alternate Defender, and Probation Departments. The position also works in close collaboration with the Contra Costa Superior Court, Sheriff's Office, and local law-enforcement agencies.
We are looking for someone who is: - Industrious and self-motivated
- Analytical and creative
- Flexible and agile
- Competent and effective
What you will typically be responsible for: - Defining, developing, executing, and reporting of quality assurance tests (manual and automated) of software applications, reports, data, and data exchanges (interfaces with external systems)
- Analyzing processes and problems and devising workable solutions including pro-active application monitoring, data quality, and alerts
- Consulting with business partners and system users to understand needs and issues in order to recommend solutions within and between systems
- Building your business and technical knowledge through continuous study and application
A few reasons you might love this job: - You will facilitate and witness positive change through implementation of new, modern systems for justice and public safety programs by being involved in all aspects of the software development life cycle
- You will assist client departments to overcome system obstacles to greater efficiency and productivity and enhance public safety overall
- You will work both independently and on team projects to acquire knowledge and develop skills for career growth
A few challenges you might face in this job: - You will need to learn and acclimate to understanding the complex County justice process and the automated systems between multiple business and regulatory partners
- You will work for long periods on complex projects before seeing outward results and improvements
- You will be part of a small self-sufficient team that has limited outside resources
Competencies Required: - Analyzing & Interpreting Data: Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
- Delivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks
- Innovative Problem Solving: Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new ways to do business
- Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results
- Self-Management: Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability
- Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
- Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
- Involving Others (Engaging Teams): Engaging others for input, contribution, and shared responsibility for outcomes
- Leadership: Guiding and encouraging others to accomplish a common goal
- Business Process Analysis: Defining, assessing, and improving operational processes and workflow
- Leveraging Technology: Applying technology for improvements in organizational efficiency and effectiveness
- Project Management: Ensuring that projects are on-time, on-budget, and achieve their objectives
To read the complete job description, please visit the website, www.cccounty.us/hr .
The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.Minimum Qualifications Education: Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with a major in computer science or information processing or closely related field.
Experience: Three (3) years of full-time or its equivalent experience performing software applications programming or systems analysis.
Substitution for Education: Additional-qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of four (4) years.
Desirable Qualifications: - Experience and proficiency with Git version control ( or equivalent industry tools ) , Microsoft Office (Word and Excel ideally with macros and VBA), application message brokers/queues, and application monitors
- Linux experience
- Proficiency in SSRS and Telerik report development
- Experience using Python, Bash, and MSSQL & MySQL scripting
- Grit (passion and sustained persistence applied toward long-term achievement)
- Mentor/Sharing: Coaching and mentoring others in areas of your expertise
Selection Process Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application, applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.
Training and Experience Questionnaire: Candidates will be required to complete a training and experience questionnaire at the time of filing. The responses to the training and experience questions on the supplemental questionnaire will be used to evaluate candidates r elevant education, training and/or experience as it relates to the Information Systems Programmer and Analyst III (Law and Justice Information Systems Programmer Analyst III) Classification.
(Weighted 100%) Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the selection process.
The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.
For recruitment specific questions, please contact Melissa Moglie at Melissa.Moglie@hrd.cccounty.us. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627. CONVICTION HISTORY After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits
Closing Date/Time: 7/12/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
