Programmer/Analyst III

DEPARTMENT: Technology Systems & Development

LEVEL: 13

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Manager, Applications Development & Analysis

POSTING DATE: May 28, 2008

I. SUMMARY

The purpose of this position is to develop and apply solutions to complex and/or highly technical programs through the design and programming of automated computer application systems, under the general supervison of the Manager of Applications Development and Analysis.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Under general supervision, codes, tests, and debugs moderately complex programs.

· Generally, develops written specifications for assignments.

· Translates high-level business requirements into detailed functional specifications.

· Provides complex database application/integration development and support.

· Develops, extract, transfer, and load processes to interface various data needs.

· Works with vendors for both operational support and data delivery.

· Troubleshoots in a production environment.

· Provides regular project status reports to the Manager of Applications Development and Analysis.

· Provides daily customer support for system processes/functionality/problem resolution.

· Writes and maintains documentation to describe program development, logic, coding, testing, changes, and corrections.

· Develops a job book for the position that will describe duties of the position in detail so that work could continue in the incumbent's absence.

· Cross trains with the Manager of Applications Development and Analysis for backup and supervisory assignments.

· Performs other functions and duties as needed and/or assigned.

III. QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications listed below represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A. Education and/or Experience

· Bachelor's degree in Information Technology/Computer Science or related field with at least five

years of experience in IT and programming (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

· Classes/Courses/Certificates in Information Technology/Computer Science (a plus).

B. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

· PROGRESS GUI 8.3b or higher

· PROGRESS Character 8.3b or higher (preferred)

· Java

· Experience working with general business applications (Payroll, HR, Finance, Inventory, Purchasing, etc.), preferred.

· Must be able to work independently, performing most programming assignments without close supervision.

· Must be able to communicate effectively with management and end-users.

· Must be customer-service oriented.

· Must be able to manage multiple concurrent assignments.

· Must be able to work in a "time sensitive/critical" environment.

· Must be able to complete assignments in a timely manner.

C. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

· PROGRESS GUI 8.3b or higher training

· PROGRESS Character 8.3b or higher training

· Java training

IV. WORKING CONDITIONS

A. Travel Requirements

· The incumbent will be required to travel on occasion. Trips may require air travel and/or overnight stay away from home for one or more nights.

B. Physical Demands

· This position occasionally requires prolonged standing or walking.

· This position occasionally requires the incumbent to reach above shoulder level.

· This position occasionally requires the incumbent to bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

· This position requires the ability to lift 10-25 pounds.

· This position has vision requirements in order to perform the essential duties.

C. Work Environment

· Typical office environment