Programmer/Analyst at San Mateo County Office Of Education - Classified Personnel
IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered.
About the Employer
Thank you for your interest in the San Mateo County Office of Education (SMCOE). SMCOE employees share a vision of equity and excellence in education for every student, educator, and school. Children and youth are at the heart of our work, and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive, supportive workplace where staff have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. San Mateo County is home to 23 school districts, serving 85,000 students, and a robust early learning community. SMCOE and its staff have been recognized widely for their innovative and effective approaches to addressing challenging issues facing schools and students. SMCOE welcomes and embraces individuals from all backgrounds, races, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, immigration statuses, and religions. At SMCOE, equity means providing every learner aged 0-22 with the education and support needed to thrive in school, career, and life, and every staff member with opportunities to grow and further deepen their impact. SMCOE is seeking employees who share our vision and commitment to excellence and equity in education for all students. To achieve equity, SMCOE commits to: • Interrupt inequitable practices and replace them with equity-driven, transparent systems; • Improve outcomes for historically and currently underserved student groups, building on the assets, strengths and talents that they and their families possess; • Continue to educate ourselves so we are better able to confront and dismantle systemic inequities; • Center voices of those that have been historically marginalized and underserved, engaging a broad range of educational and community partners, in decision-making, determining priorities. THE MERIT SYSTEM AND THE PERSONNEL COMMISSION The San Mateo County Office of Education has utilized the Merit System since 1966 to ensure that classified employees are selected, promoted and retained without favoritism or prejudice. The Personnel Commission oversees a Civil Service (Merit) System of personnel management for San Mateo County Office of Education employees. The Merit System is a method of personnel management which is designed to promote the efficiency and economy of the workforce and the good of the public by providing for the selection and retention of employees, promotional opportunities, in-service training, and other related matters on the basis of merit, fitness, and the principle of “like pay for like work."
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of an assigned Integrated Technology Director or Manager, create and maintain computer software programs, program documentation and operating instructions; perform analysis of computer systems, databases, software and applications to meet the needs of County Office and client school district technology users; resolve data problems, code system enhancements; design, code, test and implement new system applications and automation scripts. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following essential duties serve to demonstrate the general types of duties and functions this position requires, but may vary slightly depending on the program/division for which the position exists under. Create and maintain computer software programs, program documentation and operating instructions to meet the software technology needs of the County office. Perform analysis of computer systems, databases, software and applications to meet the needs of County Office and client school district technology users. Resolve data problems and code system enhancements; review, analyze and modify existing software programs; design, develop and implement new applications and automation scripts. Facilitate the collection, management, manipulation, reporting and distribution of data used for analysis; verify integrity of data in new systems. Design, code, write, develop and implement new system applications; revise programs as necessary to assure adaptation with existing computer systems; design, install, upgrade and configure software applications to enhance and assure smooth running of assigned computer systems. Debug programs by preparing test data and testing program operations as assigned; run test data in actual computer operations; detect and resolve programming errors and miscalculations; troubleshoot and resolve database, system and application errors and malfunctions as necessary. SEE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF DUTIES.
Requirements / Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field: and EXPERIENCE: Four years increasingly responsible direct experience involving the programming, development, analysis, maintenance and debugging of software applications. WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT: Office environment. Driving a vehicle to conduct work. Position eligible for hybrid on-site and remote work arrangement. LICENSES & OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid California Driver’s License PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard. Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations. Seeing to view a computer monitor and read a variety of materials. Sitting for extended periods of time. EXAMINATION PROCESS: The examination process for this classification may consist of: 1. A review of required completed application; and. 2. An oral board examination conducted virtually via Zoom (Tentative Date: January 17, 2023).
BENEFITS: Placement on salary schedule. If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,175.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance. The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis. If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance. A vision plan (VSP) is also available. Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). This position is represented by California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter No. 789. Pursuant to Article 2 of the CSEA #789 Collective Bargaining Agreement, the County Office shall deduct in accordance with the CSEA dues and fees schedule from the wages of all employees. OTHER FRINGE BENEFITS: Accrue 102 hours of sick leave 15 paid holidays 15 paid vacation days CALPERS Employer Contribution Work remotely one (1) day every two (2) weeks Flexible work schedule depending on position Commuter Benefit Tuition Reimbursement *Floating Holiday, Personal Leave, Executive Leave, and Personal Business vary depending on the position, collective bargaining agreement, and/or other regulations.
Requirements / Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field: and EXPERIENCE: Four years increasingly responsible direct experience involving the programming, development, analysis, maintenance and debugging of software applications. WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT: Office environment. Driving a vehicle to conduct work. Position eligible for hybrid on-site and remote work arrangement. LICENSES & OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid California Driver’s License PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard. Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations. Seeing to view a computer monitor and read a variety of materials. Sitting for extended periods of time. EXAMINATION PROCESS: The examination process for this classification may consist of: 1. A review of required completed application; and. 2. An oral board examination conducted virtually via Zoom (Tentative Date: January 17, 2023).
BENEFITS: Placement on salary schedule. If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,175.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance. The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis. If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance. A vision plan (VSP) is also available. Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). This position is represented by California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter No. 789. Pursuant to Article 2 of the CSEA #789 Collective Bargaining Agreement, the County Office shall deduct in accordance with the CSEA dues and fees schedule from the wages of all employees. OTHER FRINGE BENEFITS: Accrue 102 hours of sick leave 15 paid holidays 15 paid vacation days CALPERS Employer Contribution Work remotely one (1) day every two (2) weeks Flexible work schedule depending on position Commuter Benefit Tuition Reimbursement *Floating Holiday, Personal Leave, Executive Leave, and Personal Business vary depending on the position, collective bargaining agreement, and/or other regulations.
Application Deadline
1/6/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
12/21/2022
Number of Openings
1
Add'l Salary Info
$9,184 - $11,163 Monthly
Length of Work Year
12 Months; Mon-Fri; 8 Hrs/Day
Employment Type
Full Time