Information Systems Analyst V - SR-24

County of Hawai`i•Future vacancies with immediate vacancies in Hilo, HI

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Designs and develops information technology systems and procedures involving the analysis and evaluation of information systems requirements and operating methods for a major area of information technology, requiring the integration and coordination of several sections; develops plans for the implementation of recommended systems and procedures; may serve as a working supervisor; may serve as a technical expert in a highly specialized, complex field; and performs other related duties as required. There are two (2) immediate permanent full-time vacancies with the Department of Information Technology - Systems Support Division in HIlo. The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree
Three and one-half (3 ½) years of work experience in the research, analysis and design of information technology systems
At least one (1) year of which must have been at the fully competent level comparable to the Information Systems Analyst IV level class
One (1) year of experience in the cybersecurity specialty area
Possession of a valid State of Hawai`i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing
Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration, supervision, organization, and management
Knowledge of information systems and analysis, design, and development
Knowledge of office systems and procedures
Knowledge of electronic computers, data storage media/devices and other peripheral equipment, their capabilities and general processes
Knowledge of computer programming techniques
Knowledge of technical aspects of information technology, e.g., data base/data communication concepts
Knowledge of data sources and flow, interactions of complex systems, and capabilities and limitations of systems software and computer equipment
Knowledge of local and wide area network systems, as applicable
Knowledge of research and analytical methods and techniques
Knowledge of principles of report writing
Ability to gather, analyze, correlate, and evaluate facts, and make sound judgments
Ability to apply analytical reasoning
Ability to read and comprehend information technology manuals and other written materials
Ability to determine feasibility of converting various manual work processes to computer operations
Ability to analyze and apply machine capabilities to data processing operations
Ability to understand the legal and procedural requirements and the functions and organization of the programs under study
Ability to plan efficient layouts, workflow procedures and processes, and integrate these into a complete information technology systems plan
Ability to prepare clear and concise reports and operating procedures
Ability to establish an effective working relationship with manufacturers' representatives, departmental officials and employees

Nice To Haves

Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an official credential evaluation report to determine U.S. equivalency.
Excess experience at the fully competent level in computer systems analysis, which involved the research, analysis and design of information technology systems, may be substituted for education on a one for one basis (i.e., one (1) year experience for one year of education).
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Management Information Systems may be substituted for six (6) months of the required information systems analysis experience.
A master's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science or Management Information Systems may be substituted for one and one-half (1 ½) years of the required information systems analysis experience.

Responsibilities

Plans and carries out various fact finding tasks to secure pertinent data on the information systems needs and problems of departments
Conducts studies related to work flow, work measurement, time distribution, organizational and functional relationships, form designs, etc.
Meets with and interviews personnel from various levels of management and operations; analyzes and coordinates subsystems.
Determines the feasibility of the conversion of operations and procedures to information technology systems.
Analyzes procedures from the standpoint of feasibility of using different systems, their capacities, cost, etc.
Prepares comprehensive reports of findings and recommendations.
Prepares overall plans and develops detailed procedures and processes for conversion to information systems utilizing current technologies including the preparation of flow charts and functional block diagrams.
Integrates the various systems and procedures with the needs and requirements of the various agencies whenever possible.
Works in close cooperation with representatives of operating department(s).
Prepares and maintains procedural and support manuals.
May conduct management studies associated with other program or management objectives and needs; prepares reports of work activities and correspondence.
Reviews work results and follows through to see that management and staff officials have a clear understanding of problem areas.
Provides guidance and assistance in implementing recommendations accepted by the administrator of units serviced.
May serve as a working supervisor and supervise analysts, programmers, and support personnel in specific program areas.
Coordinates work performed with supervisors or analysts in other functional areas.
Trains lower level analysts as assigned.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours.
Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
County Tuition Reimbursement Program : This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.
Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.
Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.
Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.
Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai‘i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees.
Credit Union Membership
Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.