SYSTEMS ANALYST 0561
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
An employee in this class performs
technical work in analyzing work methods and procedures in connection with the
development of software applications and the configuration of commercial
off-the-shelf software to meet the needs of an organization. The work
encompasses analysis, design and implementation of automated information
systems and is performed with great independence. Responsibilities involve data gathering and
analysis of methods and procedures; design recommendations in the form of user
proposals, operational instructions and software specifications; and
implementation and support including systems testing and user training. Work is
reviewed by a technical or administrative supervisor through discussions and
observations of work in progress and upon completion. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Performs
analysis of operational processes, organizational and system requirements and
system design for the development and configuration of software applications
that support user functional requirements;
Researches, studies and evaluates
substantive programs and operational methods and procedures for the purpose of
determining the feasibility of adapting them to computer software;
Researches, evaluates and configures commercial
off-the-shelf software to support programs, operational methods and procedures utilized
in County departments;
Prepares
charts, tables and diagrams to assist in analyzing problems through analysis of
capacity and limitations of equipment, operating time and form of desired
results;
Develops and supports critical project
level documentation throughout the project lifecycle from requirements stage
through design, development, testing, implementation and closeout;
Defines,
designs and authors organizational, functional and technical requirements and
specifications;
Develops
test data and scenarios, tests systems functions, and documents the results;
develops training materials related to systems implementation for users; writes
procedure manuals; and documents operational process deficiencies requiring
resolution during or after implementation;
Confers
with department officials and information technology staff to define procedures
and discuss solutions to problems.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Thorough knowledge of information
technology principles and methods of application; good knowledge of systems
analysis as it applies to technology, with specific emphasis on the use of computers;
knowledge of computer hardware and software including its capabilities and application;
ability to systematically analyze and solve problems within the limitations and
capacity of available equipment, operating time and form of desired results;
ability to follow detailed and complex written or oral instruction; ability to
compile and prepare comprehensive reports and diagrams; ability to express
oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition
commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPEN COMPETITIVE
Either:
a) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or
registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information
Technology, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Business
Administration, or a related field and two (2) years of experience in analysis
and design of computer based information systems; or,
b)
Graduation from a college with
federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with an
Associate's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer
Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Business Administration, or
a related field and four (4) years of experience in analysis and design of
computer based information systems; or,
c) An
equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of
a) and b).
SPECIAL NOTE: Because of the rapid evolution of technology
in this field, all of the qualifying technical experience must have been gained
within the last ten (10) years.
R6/22/20
Competitive