Programmer/Analyst III- Information Services Department - City of fresno

Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board•Fresno, CA

22h

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 in the Information Services Department, though Programmer/Analyst III positions are used across various City departments. Immediate and future vacancies may be filled from the eligible list for three months after it is created, with the City having the option to extend the list for up to two years. If the examination process is suspended, the eligible list may be limited to three months. Recruitment may be limited to a specific area of expertise based on operational needs: Business Application Systems, Geographic Information Systems, or Internet/Intranet. Candidates certified for consideration must pass a department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint process. Selected candidates must also pass a polygraph test and extensive background investigation before appointment. A valid California driver's license may be required at appointment. Selection may include a qualifying application review and an oral examination worth 100% of the selection score. The oral examination is intended to assess candidates' training, experience, and personal traits. Candidates must pass to qualify for the eligible list. The examination was tentatively scheduled for the week of November 16, 2026.

Requirements

One year of experience equivalent to a City of Fresno Programmer/Analyst II; 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, and three years of experience that included business, Internet, or GIS programming and analysis.
Additional qualifying experience may substitute for up to two years of required education on a year-for-year basis.
If qualifying through 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.
Candidates certified for consideration must pass a department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint process. Selected candidates must also pass a polygraph test and an extensive background investigation.
Candidates must achieve a passing score on the oral examination to qualify for the eligible list.

Nice To Haves

Web programming expertise in at least one language used in web development, 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

Research, analyze, design, develop, implement, train users on, support, and maintain information technology services.

Benefits

The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
Flexible spending account for health and dependent-care expenses under an IRS 125 plan.
Voluntary 457 deferred compensation plan with Fidelity Investments.
Vacation 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 through the California SDI program.
Bilingual premium pay of $100 per month.
Eligible retirees may use remaining sick leave at 80% of the hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses tax-free.
Retirement benefits through the City of Fresno Retirement Systems, with reciprocity with other California public agencies and vesting after five years of service.
Optional, voluntary Deferred Retirement Option Program for eligible employees; participation requires a minimum age of 50 and vested status.