Database Systems Analyst/Programmer

Lake County•Waukegan, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Database System analyst & Programmer provides application support and development of new applications required by the Court organization. The Database Systems Analyst & Programmer designs, codes, tests, and analyzes software programs and applications. Responsibilities include researching, designing, and modifying software specifications, resolving application issues and providing status updates as needed. The position requires strong technical expertise and independence, provides daily and after-hours Help Desk support, and reports to the Director of Judicial Information systems & Technology.

Requirements

In-depth, hands-on knowledge of and experience with enterprise and desktop applications.
Working knowledge of the principles of computer programming and systems analysis, design, testing and documentation.
Working knowledge of the general operating principles and capabilities of computer hardware and software
Working knowledge of software reference libraries and related utility programs
Working knowledge of computer security systems and procedures
Working knowledge of computer networking and telecommunications
Working knowledge of computer operating systems
Working knowledge of database management systems
Ability to prepare and interpret computer program documentation
Ability to adhere to standards, procedures, guidelines and technical manuals
Ability to analyze policies, procedures and operations, organize their component parts into system specifications, databases and/or programs and adapt them to an automated system
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve routine hardware and/or software problems
Working knowledge of the principles of project management
Ability to work outside of normal business hours
Able to develop and interpret technical documentation for training and end user procedures.
Knowledge of trends in technology relating to software applications.
Ability to present ideas and communicate in both technical and user-friendly language
Understanding of the branch’s goals and objectives.
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Possesses the understanding and ability to work with confidential information on a regular basis.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Follows policy and cooperates with supervisor.
Requires education or training equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in computer science or master’s degree.
Valid Illinois driver's license
Must pass a criminal background check

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Django and Python is preferred
Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates proficiency in programming languages identified by the JIS Division, to develop efficient, well-structured programs and procedures.
Demonstrates an ability to interpret requirements and to develop clear, concise programming specifications, procedures, and functions for system enhancements and new development.
Demonstrates the ability to analyze existing processes, and develop effective, efficient solutions.
Demonstrates knowledge of relational database concepts.
Proposes database changes in a manner that ensures the consistency of database files and fields
Follows established JIS programming standards and change management procedures.
Maintains an organized development library containing active code.
Performs thorough unit testing ensuring programs meet specifications while minimizing rewrites,
Designs, develops, modifies, tests, and debugs data entry display screens, reports, and other system outputs.
Creates clear, concise documentation explaining processes, procedures, system changes, and proposed solutions.
Assesses user business needs; defines requirements, conducts feasibility studies and recommends appropriate technology solutions.
Conducts user training on systems and applications.