Senior Mainframe IDMS Programmer

Senior Mainframe IDMS Programmer

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, design, develop, and support database solutions utilizing IDMS (Integrated Database Management System) technology. This role may design, develop and/or re-engineer highly complex application components, and integrate software packages and programs for City and other outside agencies connected via WAN/LAN. Current applications include Property System, Mercantile System, Codes System, Treasury System, Utility and Lien Systems, Police System and Personnel System. Recommend changes in policies and procedures and report regularly on the progress of implementation, maintenance and enhancement of operations and systems. Reviews the objectives of the City's needs, determines the best method of implementation of an operation or system, and designs the operation or system for ease of use. Prepares file layouts, program specifications, etc., based upon acceptable standards. Provide technical assistance to users and applications developers in resolving software issues. Maintain regular, punctual and predictable attendance. Establishes and maintains an effective working relationship with co-workers and the general public. Complete all assignments in an efficient, consistent, and timely manner. Work is performed indoors in a climatically controlled environment, and involves sitting for extensive periods of time.

Required Skills: Knowledge of COBOL, IDMS (including ADSO, ADSA, ADSC, MAPC, IDD, OLQ) and Culprit. Knowledge of JCL, z/VSE, CICS, Sort/Merge, POWER, VSAM and DITTO Ability to learn new concepts, programming languages or techniques as they relate to computer systems. Knowledge of MicroSoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Ability to design screens and have a good knowledge of program structure. Ability to document within programs and external instructions as required by Bureau policy Ability to exercise a great deal of independence utilizing significant initiative to implement computer systems applications, programs and operation Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and municipal officials. Ability to maintain confidentially of documents and events encountered in the performance of duties. Ability to establish work procedures and adapt as such to new situations. Thorough knowledge of computer systems analysis principles and techniques Good understanding of data base structures Applicants must possess an Associate degree in Computer Science Systems or related field, or an equivalent combination of experience five or more years' experience in software development and support of Mainframe programming with CA Technologies IDMS, CICS, and Cobol.