Programmer/Analyst III- Information Services Department - City of fresno
About The Position
The City of Fresno is recruiting a Programmer/Analyst III to provide professional information technology services through research, analysis, design, development, implementation, training, support, and maintenance. One vacancy is available in the Information Services Department, though this classification is used in various City departments. The eligible list may be used to fill immediate and future vacancies for three months after it is created, with the option to extend it for up to two years at the City's discretion. Recruitment may be limited to a specific area of expertise: Business Application Systems, Geographic Information Systems, or Internet/Intranet. Candidates must meet one of two qualification paths: one year of experience equivalent to a City of Fresno Programmer/Analyst II; or a bachelor's degree in a specified or related field and three years of experience that includes business, Internet, or GIS programming and analysis. Additional qualifying experience may replace up to two years of required education on a year-for-year basis. A valid California driver's license may be required at appointment. Candidates considered for hire must pass a department interview and Department of Justice fingerprint process; selected candidates must also pass a polygraph test and extensive background investigation. Selection may include an application review and a job-related oral examination. The oral examination is weighted 100%, and candidates must pass to qualify for the eligible list. It is tentatively scheduled for the week of November 16, 2026.
Requirements
- One year of experience equivalent to a Programmer/Analyst II with the City of Fresno; OR a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in computer applications and systems, decision science, information management, industrial technology, geography, planning, civil engineering, or a related field, plus three years of experience that includes business, Internet, or GIS programming and analysis.
- Additional qualifying experience may substitute for up to two years of the required education on a year-for-year basis.
- If qualifying by education, upload a copy of transcripts with the online application for verification.
- A valid California driver's license may be required at appointment; candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid license and a current driving record.
- Successfully pass a department interview and Department of Justice fingerprint process before employment; selected candidates must also pass a polygraph test and extensive background investigation.
- Pass the job-related oral examination to qualify for the eligible list.
Nice To Haves
- Expertise in at least one web development programming language, such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Python, or .NET; knowledge of multiple languages is a plus.
- Knowledge of database management systems such as MySQL or Microsoft SQL.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research, analysis, design, development, implementation, training, support, and maintenance of information technology services.
- Prepare business, Internet, or GIS programming and analysis.
Benefits
- City contributions toward monthly PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for employees and dependents.
- Flexible Spending Account for health and dependent care expenses.
- Voluntary 457 deferred compensation plan with Fidelity Investments.
- Vacation leave accrual of 8–15 hours per month based on years of service.
- Eight hours of sick leave per month, available after 90 days.
- Supplemental sick leave of 40 hours per fiscal year, with an 80-hour lifetime maximum.
- Ten City-observed annual holidays, plus a birthday holiday and two personal days.
- Short-term disability coverage through the California SDI program.
- Bilingual premium pay of $100 per month.
- Health reimbursement arrangement for eligible retirees using remaining sick leave and other applicable leave balances toward medical insurance and qualified medical expenses.
- City of Fresno Retirement Systems benefits, including reciprocity with other California public agencies and vesting after five years of service.
- Optional voluntary Deferred Retirement Option Program for eligible employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
