System Analyst

Systems Analyst – Public Works (Temporary, ~6 Months)

Location: Modesto, CA (on-site) | Pay: $31.00–$38.00/hr | Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM

Bolt Staffing is hiring a Systems Analyst for a public sector client’s Public Works Department. The assignment runs about six months. You’ll keep the department’s systems running and help with network and application projects. The client wants someone who is strong technically and also understands how the work affects budgets and operations. This is a good fit if you’ve worked as an IT analyst, implementation specialist or technical project lead and want to work for a local government agency.

What You’ll Do

• Help plan and carry out network, system and application projects from start to go-live
• Be the main contact for outside vendors (sales, applications and support) and coordinate fixes and changes
• Install, configure, monitor and maintain client/server operating systems, software updates and hardware
• Find and fix system errors, apply patches, and track system and network performance
• Write standards, operating procedures and user documentation, and train end users
• Work with department managers and IT staff on short- and long-term technology needs
• Keep up with current IT practices and suggest improvements
• Give good service to coworkers, other agency staff and the public
• Follow safety programs and procedures

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years in an IT analyst, systems implementation, business systems or technical support role
• Hands-on networking experience: TCP/IP, Ethernet, routers and switches, DNS, DHCP, VPN, Active Directory, Windows Server
• Experience with the full implementation cycle: setup, testing (UAT/production), migration, go-live and user training
• Experience coordinating vendors and integrating third-party applications
• Strong writing skills for procedures, training materials and briefings for leaders
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Access/databases)

Strongly Preferred

• Experience managing financial data, including budget and inventory analysis
• Experience with budget or inventory management software, or with ERP or financial analytics platforms (e.g., Oracle Cloud/Fusion)
• Experience building dashboards and reports (Power BI, PowerApps or similar)
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance in a public sector setting
• Public agency or municipal IT experience
• Experience with project tools (Monday.com or similar), cloud communications systems (e.g., RingCentral), or Azure and SCCM
• Process improvement training (Lean Six Sigma) or a relevant certification
• Bachelor’s or MBA in IT, Business or a related field

Requirements

• Must pass a background check after receiving a conditional offer
• Available for the full ~6-month assignment, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM

Bolt Staffing is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in line with the California Fair Chance Act and applicable local ordinances.