SUMMARY:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct customer interviews to analyze departmental and individual requirements for automative solutions, and use these findings to develop program specifications;
• Develop application programs and systems, based upon thorough analysis techniques, using the best language to achieve optimal results;
• Provide operating systems support on mini and microcomputers;
• Perform the necesssary programming to develop server and client applications designed for optimal delivery and performance;
• Modify and enhance existing programs and systems to accomodate new techniques or procedures related to technology advances and network connectivity evolution;
• Develop and implement applications shared by multiple users using appropriate file and/or record locking, journalizing, and database organization techniques;
• Incorporate security procedures and access levels in programs developed and maintained;
• Conduct performance analysis and reviews of programs, systems, and the environment as part of an ongoing system and optimization process;
• Serve as Technical Advisor to staff programmer/analyst, and other city personnel, in matters pertaining to systems and program design, development, test, and implementation;
• Ensure documentation is complete and thorough for systems developed and maintained;
• Perform related duties as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Principles and practices of computer programming and systems analysis;
• Working knowledge of financial systems including Oracle-JD Edwards is preferred.

• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing;
• Use polished analysis techniques to clearly identify the customer's requirements for automation assistance, and recommend the most effective and responsive programming solution;
• Prioritize, plan, and organize tasks based upon customer requirements and departmental standards;
• Work successfully in stressful situations with minimal supervision.

• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds;
• Frequently bend and kneel during the shift;
• Frequently push and pull objects;
• Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
• Frequently rotate upper trunk to the left or right while sitting or standing;
• Place arms above, at, and below shoulder height.

Application must be submitted online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lubbock.  Jobs close at 5:00 p.m. on the closing date posted on the City website. For a complete list of job openings with the City of Lubbock please visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Lubbock.