Information Systems Programmer and Analyst I

The Position

Bargaining Unit: Local 21 - Non-Supervisory Management

Why join the Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff's Department?

The Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff is the largest law enforcement agency in the County with over 1,100 sworn and professional employees dedicated to providing the highest level of law enforcement and customer service. Through the quality of its personnel, the department strives for excellence in performance in the organization and in the community, while maintaining the highest standard of professional integrity and ethics.

The Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff is currently recruiting to fill one (1) Information Systems Programmer and Analyst I vacancy. Other departments throughout the County may also use the eligible list from this recruitment to fill future vacancies.

Please look on our website for descriptions of other departments throughout the County that may have vacancies in the future:

We are looking for someone who is:

Driven. You have a proven track record of successful work delivery in day-to-day operations and larger project initiatives

Experienced. You can design, code, test, and troubleshoot issues, front-end and back-end, for proprietary on-premises thick client applications and thin client web applications

Knowledgeable. You are experienced with .NET Windows framework environment, Microsoft Visual Studio, SQL database, Crystal Reports, and APIs

Team oriented. You have a positive attitude, are adaptable, and can work well with others

Able to take the initiative. You are independent and have the drive to learn and research on your own

What you will typically be responsible for:

Developing new applications and maintaining existing applications

Providing reports as requested

Familiarizing yourself with all databases

Interpreting user requirements and providing accurate data in the format desired

Improving user experience by enhancing application performance, implementing an intuitive navigation system, optimizing the visual layout, increasing user benefits, and replacing manual processes

Providing first-level support for vendor solutions

Performing SQL queries to extract data

Building and maintaining dashboards and reports using Power BI

Embedding reports and dashboards into web portals

Front end development, adding BI content into internal sites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript

Basic debugging to resolve issues to ensure smooth application functionality and user experience

A few reasons you might love this job:

You will have a wide breadth of impact, not just with Contra Costa County, but with services shared across multiple counties

The work environment is friendly, supportive, and efficient

Generous benefits packages are offered by the County

You will have the opportunity to learn about various technological products and services to increase your skill set

A few challenges you might face in this job:

There may be resource constraints

Changes in prioritizing your workload will occur

Competencies Required:

Analyzing & Interpreting Data: Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data

Delivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks

Innovative Problem Solving: Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new ways to do business

Reading Comprehension: Understanding and using written information

Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job

Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results

Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue

Writing: Communicating effectively in writing

Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships

Customer Focus: Attending to the needs and expectations of customers

Involving Others (Engaging Teams): Engaging others for input, contribution, and shared responsibility for outcomes

Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals

To read the complete job description, please visit the website,

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Possession of an Associate of Arts degree from an accredited college with a major in computer science or information processing; OR completion of 24 college semester units, or 36 quarter units in computer science or information systems or closely related field.

Experience: One (1) year of full-time or its equivalent experience performing software applications programming or systems analysis.

Substitution for Education: Additional-qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of two years.

Desirable Qualifications:

Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a .net framework developer on the Windows platform who is familiar with using Microsoft Visio Studio, SQL database, and Crystal Reports

Java, C# coding languages used

Experience with Power BI or other BI Tools

Familiar with backend infrastructure such as servers, VMware, API, and service connections

Web application design, development, testing, and troubleshooting experience

Selection Process

Application Filing and Evaluation: Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process

Training and Experience Evaluation: Consists of an evaluation of each candidate's relevant education, training and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire. (Weighted 100%)

Departmental Hiring Interview: To be scheduled once the eligible list is established.

Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the selection process.

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

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CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources Department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.