Systems Analyst

Systems Analyst

The Systems Analyst position at the City of Tucson's Information Technology (IT) Department is responsible for developing and programming system operations to address business challenges while facilitating product installation, seamless integration and efficient data management. This position ensures application security, reliability, optimal performance and data integrity to support key business functions.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Information Technology Manager. This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Configures and maintains application configuration, including security settings using role- and user-based models, ensuring adherence to department guidelines and access controls. Conducts security testing, enforces governance models and applies secure configuration management practices.
• Designs and integrates architecture solutions based on business requirements, selecting appropriate tools and technologies that align with organizational standards. Develops, implements and maintains system integrations and custom middleware to facilitate efficient data exchange.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to analyze business processes, break down complex needs into detailed system requirements and assess the impact of proposed changes on existing systems and stakeholders. Investigates root causes of system issues and implements corrective actions.
• Coordinates and participates in the installation and upgrade of system components, applying enhancements to enable new functionality and improve business processes. Optimizes application performance and addresses integration-related issues using monitoring tools and procedures.
• Reviews, prioritizes and classifies service incidents and requests based on urgency and impact, collaborating with relevant teams to resolve complex issues efficiently.
• Designs and executes comprehensive test plans, including unit, integration and regression testing, to validate system changes and ensure functionality. Troubleshoots issues identified during testing phases and proposes mitigation strategies.
• Creates and maintains detailed documentation for application systems, including architecture, configurations, workflows and security measures. Updates knowledge bases with solutions to common issues and ensures stakeholders and vendors have access to relevant information.
• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Working Conditions

Mostly office environment.

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree

Experience: Three (3) years of relevant experience

Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

License/Certifications: A valid and unrestricted driver's license with two (2) years of licensed driving is required.

Preferred Qualifications: Hands-on experience with programming, scripting languages, PowerShell or automated deployments and API integrations (Rest/SOAP). Expertise in data transformation techniques (ETL) and system integration strategies. Experience with customer relationship management in a collaborative and results-driven environment. Understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), including Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Experience integrating with or reporting from various databases (such as SQL). Experience working with large-scale IT solutions, government contracting, Public Safety or directly supporting emergency services or military.

Position Details

Job Profile

J0750 - Systems Analyst

Compensation Grade

G109

Hourly Range

$32.15 - 48.23 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Exempt

Position Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Department

Information Technology

Background Check

This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.

About Us

Benefits

The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at

Citizenship

The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer

The City does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).

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Recruiter Name

Liliana Almeraz (99363)

Recruiter Email

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