Analyst/Programmer (Open Campus)

BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Director, provides analysis of District programming needs, technical specifications and coding to maintain, modify, expand or create new programs to respond to user needs and ensure efficient operation of those programs within the District's administrative computer systems.
Tests modified and/or new programs to ensure that changes operate correctly and have no adverse impact on other programs or data.
Creates special records, files, extracts and interfaces for existing databases and third- party software applications.
Education: EDUCATION: A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required.
Experience: EXPERIENCE: Three to five years of directly related experience as a programmer is required.
KNOWLEDGE OF: The principles and techniques of programming, using languages similar to the District's current programming environment is required.
Computer systems design, database organization, structure and optimization, structured queries, functional and technical specifications, validation and acceptance procedures, information systems standards and procedures, problem diagnosis and resolution, documentation standards, web-based systems, problem solving techniques, principals and techniques of programming and application generation tools is desired.
ABILITY TO: Exhibit competent written and verbal communication skills; communicate effectively with faculty and staff; carry out written and verbal instructions; establish and maintain effective relationships with faculty, staff, students and others; analyze complex user problems, evaluate alternatives and devise efficient, cost-effective, user-friendly solutions; provide technical guidance and recommendations concerning administrative systems; communicate complex technology applications issues clearly to non-technical parties orally or in writing; work under pressure of deadlines and still make decisions that are appropriate for the situation; locate problems based on verbal explanations and correct errors without disrupting end-user operations is desired.
Licenses/Certifications: LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: None Other: COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: Candidate must demonstrate clear evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff, and the community.
CONTACTS: Co-workers, other departmental staff, managers, faculty, software and hardware providers, local, state and federal agencies, and employees at other higher educational institutions.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal office environment.
Duties and Responsibilities: REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: 1.
Maintains programming code for existing administrative software applications.
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Develops moderate to complex custom software applications.
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Develops static and dynamic web content for administrative web applications.
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Designs and implements program test scenarios for quality control purposes.
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Performs program analysis for new and existing software applications as requested.
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Provides technical support and documentation for Information Services staff.
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Provides needed support for third-party software and associated interfaces to internal administrative software applications.
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Evaluates requests from Director for new and modified programs to determine feasibility and compatibility with the existing administrative software applications.
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Assists in development of programming policies and procedures.
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Attends departmental and committee meetings to provide input pertaining to administrative systems applications as appropriate.
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Develops additional skills, knowledge and abilities though education, training, in-services, seminars, and conferences in order to maintain and enhance the level of knowledge and skills required to satisfactorily complete job assignments, to stay current with technology trends related to areas of responsibility, as well as to provide recommendations to improve software applications and procedures.
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Participates in District-provided in-service training programs.
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Maintains a friendly, supportive atmosphere for students, staff, faculty, and the public.
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Performs other duties, related to the position, as assigned.
Duties and Responsibilities - Continued: Duties and Responsibilities: - Continued Conditions of Employment: CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: SALARY: Salary grades consist of nine steps.
A new employee is normally placed on Step 1 of the grade.
Changes in step placement take place on the first day of the first month following the anniversary date of attaining permanent classified employee status until the maximum of the grade is reached.
HOLIDAYS: There are 13 holidays observed each year.
A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months.
VACATION: Employees are granted 12 days of vacation per year through the first five years of service to the District; 15 days after completion of five continuous years of service to the District; 20 days after completion of ten continuous years of service to the District; and 22 days after completion of 15 continuous years of service to the District.
This computation is based on full-time, twelve-month employment.
A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months.
SICK LEAVE: One day of sick leave for each month of service is granted.
This is based on full-time, twelve-month employment.
A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months.
There is no limit to the number of days of sick leave which may be accrued.
FRINGE BENEFITS: The District provides a health and welfare benefit package for employees and legal qualifying dependents.
Those employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months will receive a pro-rata share of the benefit package.
The dollar value of the package is a subject of negotiation between the District and the Bargaining Unit.
The work location and assignment within a job classification is determined by the District and may be subject to change.
All offers of employment will be contingent upon the availability of funds and approval by the Board of Trustees.
The Riverside Community College District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section 422.
6 of the California Penal Code, or any other status protected by law.
This holds true for all District employment opportunities.
Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the District's Title IX Officer/Section 504/ADA Coordinator.
Harassment of any employee/student with regard to ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section 422.
6 of the California Penal Code, or any other status protected by law, is strictly prohibited.
The Title IX Officer, Section 504/ADA Coordinator for the District is Dr.
Lorraine Jones, 3801 Market Street, Riverside, CA 92501.
Telephone Number is: (951) 222-8039.
Work Hours/Work Days for Classified and Hourly Positions Only: Monday - Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm (with some flexibility for days/times based on department needs) Required Applicant Documents: Resume or Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Other Transcript Other Document: Other Transcript: Attach your transcript which qualifies you for this position Optional Applicant Documents: Masters or Equivalent Transcript Other Document: Effective Employment Date: Anticipated Start Date: May 2024 Application Deadline: 03-14-2024 Special Comments: IMPORTANT NOTICES: *It is anticipated that interviews will occur sometime during the 3rd or 4th week of April.
Please note: The selection process typically concludes within four to six weeks from the closing date.
There are, however, exceptions to this general guideline.
Status updates will be made throughout the process.
Please refer to your account for any updates to the status of your application.
****** * An electronic, RCCD on-line application must be completed to be considered.
All portions of the application must be entirely filled out with all information qualifying an applicant for the position.
Listing "see resume" or a similar statement is not acceptable.
Only information on the official RCCD application (not resumes) will be considered to determine whether an applicant meets the minimum requirements for the position for which he/she is applying.
* All supporting materials, required or optional, must also be in electronic formats and attached to the electronic, on-line application when applying.
Supporting materials are only accepted as Adobe Acrobat (.
pdf) or Microsoft Word files and must be less than 2 MB in size.
* An application will not be considered complete unless ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS are electronically attached to the application by the Application Deadline date.
An incomplete file may subject the candidate to disqualification.
* Paper applications and supporting materials, including letters of recommendation, WILL NOT be accepted! All documents must be submitted electronically with the online application.
* Letters of reference, IF REQUIRED, must be NON-CONFIDENTIAL and submitted electronically when applying on-line.
* Interested candidates must apply by the deadline listed above by 8:00 p.
m.
, Pacific Standard Time.
* The Riverside Community College District does not require testing at the initial application filing period.
As you progress through the selection process, you may be required to perform a job-related test based on the needs of the work area for which you are being considered.
* The District will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
Applicant should contact Diversity and Human Resources at (951) 222-8595 for assistance.
Application Types Accepted: Classified/Management/Confidential Application