Job Description
This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Tulare County Information and Communications Technology Department. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.
Current vacancy is with the Tulare County Information and Communications Technology Department (TCICT) located in Visalia .
Typical Duties
Reviews user/software requirements and performs analysis, design, implementation, installation and training related to new software developed and/or acquired.; analyzes and plans systems on consultations with project leaders, users and management then documents system plan and establishes an implementation schedule; designs and documents systems based on business requirements and further consultation with project team; develops data bases, programs and procedures necessary to integrate and/or implement the system and tests system fully to determine its operational reliability; assists user and operating areas in implementing and supporting systems including system installation, training and troubleshooting; develops, modifies and maintains complex programs; monitors the operations of assigned programs; responses to problems by diagnosing and correcting errors in logic and coding; provides technical advice and support to users which includes: Creating ad-hoc reports, data analysis and correction, training and problem solving; author highly complex web pages and templates into which user content is loaded to generate dynamic web pages; prepare user and technical documentation for the implementation, support and modified systems; perform and train others in Software and Business Application Development/Customization; develop staff by assisting, training, scheduling, provide guidance and direction employee and serves as an informational resource regarding policies and procedures; assist with the coordination of projects and the work of others to develop, test, install and modify programs; essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Associate degree in a computer related discipline.
Experience: Level I:Two (2) years of experience in programming and systems software support. Level II: Requires five (5) years of experience in complex systems architecture, programming systems software, and software support.
Knowledge of : Working knowledge of complex programming languages, web tools, scripting languages, database design, application/systems integration development (API) and operating systems; requirements gathering, designing, prototyping, troubleshooting, and supporting users; project Management and Business Analysis concepts.
Skill/Ability to: Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; perform feasibility studies and programming analysis; determine alternate program design approaches and facilitate most effective solution to meet user needs; work independently and make necessary decisions throughout the systems process within department guidelines; ability to multi-task and respond to emergency situations effectively; ability to communicate using the appropriate vernacular for the intended audience; coordinate projects to develop, test, install and modify program.
DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Experience: Programming Languages: C#, BC net, Java, Python, Cold Fusion, Swift, Objective C; programming IDE’s; Microsoft Visual Studio, PyCharm, Eclipse, Aptana, Xcode; programming Frameworks: Microsoft net, JQuery, Angular JS, Boostrap, MVC; Databases: Microsoft SQL and MySQL.
Additional Information
Conditions of Employment
Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.
College Cost Reduction Access Act
This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Bargaining Unit 19
The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.
Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).
Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).
Retirement : The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.
Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.
Vacation Accrual :
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.
FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year.
Sick Leave Accrual : 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 60 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $30,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.
Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is provided. This provides financial protection for you by paying a portion of your income while you are disabled.
Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.
Deferred Compensation : A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.
To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/
The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.
Closing Date/Time: 4/7/2025 11:59 PM Pacific