Description:BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENTPROGRAMMER/ANALYSTDEPARTMENT OF WATERBUREAU OF ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORTNumber of Positions: 2Grade G-06; Salary: $76,956Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59 pm CST on Thursday, November 14, 2024.This position is open to the public and all current city employees covered under the City’s Collective Bargaining Agreement with AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES (AFSCME) – BARGAINING UNIT 1, 3, 4 & 5. Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.BID INSTRUCTIONS: Apply on the bid site: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en AND1. Check the box on your profile titled “Currently employed by the City of Chicago”2. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled ‘payee/employee number’)3. Select your correct bargaining unitFAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATIONUnder supervision, assists in the development and modification of centralized automated systems to replace manual processes, and performs related duties as requiredESSENTIAL DUTIES Interviews systems users to identify information processing needs Analyzes workflow and data requirements to determine the feasibility of converting processes to computerizedsystems Prepares visual representations of procedures identified for conversion to computerized systems Designs routine systems, updates existing systems, or modifies vendor products to meet user needs Assists in modifying and/or maintaining existing programs and databases to conform to business requirements orsystems changes Specifies conversion and maintenance criteria, input and output file details, physical data structures, and data screensto implement systems changes Writes detailed program specifications for the development of computer software Confers with vendors on systems design and standard systems malfunctions Assists in the installation and testing of computer applications and the resolution of operational problems Assists in coordinating access to existing systems, ensuring security and data integrity Trains user staff on systems operations, software, and procedures Prepares training guides and systems documentation for new and modified systems Writes computer programs Coordinates changes to firewall policies in a Tufin management environment Supports end users using software and hardware connected through local and wide area networks by telephone, remotely or in personAdditional duties may be required for this position.LOCATION: Jardine Water Purification Plant1000 East OhioHOURS: Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pmTHIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE.Qualifications:MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Sciences, Information Technology/Systems, or a directly related fieldDisclaimer - "Accredited" means any nationally or regionally accredited college, university, or law school where the applicant is enrolled in or has completed an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Juris Doctorate degree program.NOTE: You must provide your transcripts or diploma at the time of processing.SELECTION REQUIREMENTSThis position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:· Previous work experience identifying and translating user needs into technical applications.
Previous work experience providing hardware and software support.
Previous work experience responding to user requests and troubleshooting.
Previous work experience resolving application problems.
Proficiency operating a personal computer (PC).
Proficiency in Microsoft office applications.
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.City of ChicagoBrandon Johnson, Mayor