INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST I / EMERGENCY APPOINTMENTS HOMELESSNESS

Information Systems Analyst I-EAThe Department of Mental Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Information Systems Analyst I vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. During your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Information Systems Analyst I.Under close supervision, using established procedures, defines and analyzes requirements and business functions, defines functional system specifications and tests and coordinates the implementation of new application systems and/or revisions to existing systems. Incumbents in this sub-journey level class perform systems analysis and design within a limited framework using basic systems design techniques and analysis tools. Incumbents possess a basic understanding of business functions and have the ability to perform all phases of systems analysis and development including the preparation of general systems design documents, the testing of a complete small system or a component or module of a larger system, and the monitoring of existing application systems functionality. Incumbents must possess good oral communication skills in order to articulate program specifications effectively and train others in the use of application systems. Information Systems Analysts are distinguished from Application Developers in that they generally do not perform programming duties and are not required to have programming knowledge and experience.EXAMPLES OF DUTIESAssists in eliciting and documenting user requirements for new systems and system enhancements. Documents functional and technical requirements following established procedures. Completes change management documentation and coordinates approvals under the guidance of a higher level information systems analyst. Participates in user interviews, performs workflow analysis, and assists in defining project scope and objectives. Assists in the research of commercial software to identify products that might meet departmental requirements; helps analyze and document products' ability to meet user, functional, and technical requirements.Under guidance, evaluates impact of solution alternatives, performs cost/benefit analysis, analyzes constraints, and assesses risk to support go/no go and build/buy decision-making. Assist in the development of systems design documents, such as feasibility studies, for new applications and/or enhancements. Assists in the preparation of detailed specifications, addressing scope and boundaries of the system, data requirements, algorithms, user functions, forms and reports, workflow, interfaces, security, audit trails, and business continuity requirements. Assists in the development and maintenance of project plans; assists in coordinating project reporting. Assists in the development of test scenarios; under guidance, prepares user acceptance test documentation and collaborates with system users to conduct user acceptance testing. Assists in the maintenance and support of existing applications in accordance with systems development methodology. Assists in the preparation of technical systems documentation, user manuals and on-line help. Assists in the monitoring of systems compliance with established IT policies, procedures, guidelines, plans and standards. Assists in the analysis and resolution of application problems. May install software in support of business applications. May assist in the preparation of hardware and software specifications for procurement. May assist in the monitoring of contractor performance.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field -OR- One (1) year of recent experience in information systems analysis and design in a centralized information technology organization. LICENSE A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS 2 - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment. In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Bachelor's Degree or higher, you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcript(s), or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the area of specialization and the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission to The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards.