What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technology Software Analyst position at City of Myrtle Beach, SC?
Salary : $72,758.40 Annually
Location : Myrtle Beach, SC
Job Type : Regular Full Time Employee
Job Number : 01630
Department : Information Technology
Division : Information Systems
Opening Date : 01 / 08 / 2025
Closing Date : 1 / 21 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Eastern
Job Announcement
Job Description
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
IT Technology Software Analyst
Department : Information Systems
Pay Grade : 115
FLSA Status : Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
The purpose of this classification is to perform technical work to support the City's software, applications, development, and Microsoft 365 environment (including SharePoint, Teams, Power Platform, and OneDrive) and continuously monitor systems to identify and resolve potential issues.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Evaluate existing Microsoft 365 solutions (e.g., SharePoint sites, Teams channels, PowerApps, Power Automate) to identify areas for optimization or expansion.
Propose enhancements, new features, or integrations using Microsoft 365 and other enterprise software to improve efficiency, functionality, and user satisfaction.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (developers, testers, end-users) to ensure alignment with best practices, technical constraints, and organizational standards.
Develop test plans and test cases for new or modified functionalities across Microsoft 365 and other platforms.
Document test results, track defects, and work with development or administration teams to resolve issues.
Create and configure database instances, ensuring that they meet system requirements and organizational standards.
Assist with software deployments, updates, and patches in collaboration with the IT operations team.
Provide end-user training, create user guides, and offer ongoing support for city software.
Support the cybersecurity team in setting up new accounts and system access, as well as monitoring and routinely auditing account roles and access.
Deploy and manage backup solutions for Microsoft 365 data, including SharePoint, OneDrive, and Exchange, as well as disaster recovery strategies.
Assist with the management and operation of the city's Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
- Work on-call as scheduled; troubleshoots problems off shift.
- Perform other related duties as assigned, requested and required.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience :
Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, or an Associate's degree and two years of experience in technical support, software, application development, web development, or software design.
Licenses or Certifications :
None.
Special Requirements :
None.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is medium work. The employee is frequently required to apply 30 pounds of force to move objects. The employee is occasionally required to exert up to 50 pounds of force to move objects. Additionally requires : balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, grasping, handling, hearing voices and distinguishing among sounds, kneeling, lifting, manual dexterity, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, expressing ideas by the spoken word and shouting to be heard above ambient noise, visual acuity in data / color / observations / operating equipment / inspect defects or measurements, and walking.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed both indoors and, in the field, where essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as machinery or electric currents. Work is performed dealing with crisis situations that require making decisions involving people, resources, and property.
The City of Myrtle Beach has the right to revise this job description at any time. This
description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
Supplemental Information
City of Myrtle Beach Benefits
No Cost Health, Dental & Vision Insurance for Fulltime Employees
401K & 457 Plans Available
State Retirement
Employee Wellness Clinic
Flex Spending Account
Employee Assistance
And much more
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Myrtle Beach commits to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees, complying with local, state and federal laws. The City's policy is to employ qualified persons without discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic, including race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, political affiliation, veteran's status, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, to include transgender status, disability or status in any other group protected by federal / state / local law.
Salary : $72,758
