Application Dev Analyst Sr

Designs, codes, tests, implements and supports complex internally developed application software. Works with customers and senior team members to gather and document organizational requirements. Makes recommendations towards the development of new code or reuse of existing code or modules. Participates in component and data architecture design, performance monitoring, and product evaluation. Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the third in a series of three application-related job classifications within the Information Technology job family. The Application Development Analyst reports to the Application Development Manager with general direction from an Application Architect. This classification may require a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the department.

• Designs, codes, tests, implements and maintains complex internally developed applications.
• Conducts application coding, testing and implementation for complex applications.
• Works with customers and senior team members in the collection and documentation of requirements.
• Makes recommendations on whether to develop new code, reuse existing code, or purchase new software packages.
• Conducts application code review.
• Collects and reviews performance monitoring information.
• Conducts product evaluation.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration or a directly related field AND five (5) years of relevant work experience; OR, Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job. Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements: Valid Texas Driver's License. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of:

• Policies, practices, procedures and terminology of assigned function.
• Federal, State, Local and County applicable laws, rules, regulations and guidelines.
• Information technology hardware, software and peripherals as related to assigned function.
• Software engineering and the software development lifecycle.
• Systems design, development and source control.
• Quality assurance, performance monitoring, and integration methodologies.
• Computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software packages.
• May be required to develop knowledge of and adhere to federal and state laws requiring the confidential handling of certain health information.

Skill in:

• Understanding technical problems and developing software solutions to meet business needs.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Training users on computer applications.
• Both verbal and written communication, including presentations and communicating technical issues in non-technical language.

Ability to:

• Design and maintain complex code, modules or applications.
• Work independently and efficiently and as part of a team.
• Manage time well, perform multiple tasks and organize diverse activities.
• Translate policies and objectives into ideas and applications web-based information products.
• Research, compile, analyze, interpret and prepare a variety of memorandums or reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental clientele, representatives of outside agencies and providers, other County employees and officials, and the general public.

Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to 35-40 pounds occasionally, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, crawling, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, twisting, balancing, repetitive motion, and squatting to perform the essential functions. Subject to exposure to variations in extreme heat, cold, mechanical, fume/odor, and dust/mites. Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions. This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position. Hours: Works some holidays, Works some nights, Works some weekends Department: Information Technology Location: 700 Lavaca Street Criminal & Employment Background Check Required This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job