What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Business Analyst II position at Vallecitos Water District?
Salary : $111,113.60 - $148,907.20 Annually
Location : San Marcos, CA
Job Type : Full-Time Hourly
Job Number : 20250003
Department : Administrative Services
Division : Information Technology
Opening Date : 02 / 28 / 2025
Description
Applications will be accepted until there are a sufficient number of highly qualified applicants from which to make a selection. Candidates should submit their materials as soon as possible to ensure consideration. However, interviews may be conducted throughout the recruitment process and this opening may close at any time. Applicants must attach any required certifications / licenses to the application.
This recruitment is for the IT Business Analyst II level.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, performs a variety of professional level information systems work including analyzing business processes and identifying user needs; designing, coding, installing, and testing of software applications and interfaces; performing database maintenance; and related duties as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
IT Business Analyst I is the entry level position in this series, performing routine programming and project planning in support of District software applications.
IT Business Analyst II is the experienced level non-supervisory class, responsible for the maintenance, support, and integration of District software applications, including financial, human resources, payroll, billing, and computer maintenance management systems and other business applications. It is distinguished from the Information Technology Supervisor, which oversees all functions of the department.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED
This position is supervised by the Chief Technology Officer and does not supervise any staff. At the II level, may provide training and guidance to IT Business Analyst I.
Essential Functions
Essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following :
- Performs system analysis and design, including reviewing, documenting, and mapping business processes and system requirements; interviews users to determine system needs; recommends work process and / or operating changes to complement system functionalities; consults with managers on system and technology alternatives capable of addressing and resolving business needs; works directly with internal staff and vendors to coordinate technological integration between software and database systems;
- Maintains, administers, optimizes, enhances, and provides support for District business systems, including financial systems, human resources systems, computer maintenance management systems (CMMS), billing systems, and other computer applications used to assist District personnel; coding and scripting routines for business systems applications; tests and evaluates business systems functionality;
- Consults with end users to determine reporting needs; develops end user reports querying data from business systems; plans and analyzes system changes, including determining impact of existing systems and processes; coordinates and effectively guides cross-functional project teams, including managing objectives, timelines, and budget;
- Creates application and database test environments and performs application software upgrades and conversions; plans and prepares integration of new and upgraded technology; installs, updates, maintains, configures, tests, and secures software, peripherals and related equipment;
- Contributes to development of long-term plans, goals, and objectives to achieve District and department technology and business priorities; provides input for the annual budget; develops and recommends policies, systems, and procedures applicable to areas of assigned responsibilities;
- Writes program code, using appropriate software development tools and programming languages; tests and installs fixes to correct errors and optimize program performance; prepares and updates user manuals and documentation, training materials, and user guides;
- Trains users on business systems and interfaces; develops user program and interface documentation; responds to user requests and provides solutions to operational issues where applicable;
- Maintains, optimizes, enhances, and administers District's database management systems; supports database applications; writes coding and scripting routines for database applications; develops procedures to ensure optimum stability, integrity, access, and response of the business systems applications;
- Participates in maintaining the District's web-based systems; supports web-based applications; coding and scripting routines for web-based applications;
- Operates copiers and a variety of office equipment;
- Performs duties in a professional manner and works well with others or in a team setting;
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers, outside agencies, and the public;
- Regular attendance and adherence to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities; may work outside of regular work hours as necessary, including weekends for system maintenance or emergency situations;
- Observes safe work practices and safety methods; performs other duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
Ideal Candidate Traits
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Education & Experience
Any combination of education or experience that would likely provide the necessary knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these knowledge and abilities would be :
Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employees may be required to wear and / or use personal protective and other safety equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers to grasp and feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally stand or walk. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Intermittent stooping, kneeling, or crouching. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus.
Environment : Office environment. Frequently works in or around areas with minor amounts of dust. Some work done on ladders up to 4 feet above ground. Noise level is usually quiet.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more details, visit our
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Salary : $111,114 - $148,907