Highway Programmer Analyst 1 – Kanawha County
Nature of Work
The purpose of this position is to provide technical support for the HPMS and Federal Reporting unit. The duties of this position include: Extracting both spatial and non-spatial data from various sources, supporting and automating data preparation procedures to submit HPMS and other federal reports, performing technical work in software development including database and traditional programming and perform quality checks on data sets. Performs other related duties as required.
Pay Grade: 17
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
• Writes new programs or modifies existing programs of low to moderate complexity, designs flow charts, reviews logic, codes logic flow into appropriate language, conducts test runs, debugs program from test results, and writes documentation
• Performs routine duties such as coding programs, maintaining program documentation, and updating data processing manuals
• Assists in the analysis of user work processes and systems to determine feasibility of electronic data processing applications
• Consults with users to determine specific program requirements and the data necessary for production and prepares detailed specifications necessary for programming and systems documentation
• Communicates with users to resolve production problems, define specifications, and test results
• Trains users on developed applications and other automation tools
• Participates in self-study and vendor-supplied courses to improve skills in more complex programming areas
• The work involves isolating and defining unknown conditions, resolving critical problems, or developing new theories
• Pertinent knowledge gained through education, relevant experience, or training that applies to the methodology of a professional or administrative occupation
• Knowledge of database management, documentation, and project control techniques
• Knowledge of a 3rd or 4th generation programming language
• Knowledge of data processing concepts and equipment usage
• Skill in programming batch and/or online systems.
• Ability to develop and maintain complex program systems at a level comparable to online applications
• Ability to evaluate and analyze user requests and develop effective work plans for systems development and
• maintenance
• Ability to present ideas in a clear, concise format using narrative statements and logic diagrams
• Ability to follow complex written and oral instructions
• Ability to train others in programming techniques
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with data processing personnel and users
• Ability to understand complex technical manuals
• Ability to complete work within timeframes
• Ability to develop and perform system checks to test the thoroughness and accuracy of programs
• The personal contacts are with individuals or groups from outside the employing agency in a moderately unstructured setting
• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license may be required.
Required Skills and Knowledge
• Pertinent knowledge gained through education, relevant experience, or training that applies to the methodology of a professional or administrative occupation
• Knowledge of database management, documentation, and project control techniques
• Knowledge of a 3rd or 4th generation programming language
• Knowledge of data processing concepts and equipment usage
• Skill in programming batch and/or online systems.
• Ability to develop and maintain complex program systems at a level comparable to online applications
• Ability to evaluate and analyze user requests and develop effective work plans for systems development and
• maintenance
• Ability to present ideas in a clear, concise format using narrative statements and logic diagrams
• Ability to follow complex written and oral instructions
• Ability to train others in programming techniques
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with data processing personnel and users
• Ability to understand complex technical manuals
• Ability to complete work within timeframes
• Ability to develop and perform system checks to test the thoroughness and accuracy of programs
Required Education and Experience
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in computer science or related field including but not limited to business data programming, business systems analysis, computer accounting, computer and information systems, computer servicing technologies, information systems management, data processing, or computer engineering.
• Substitution: Associate’s degree from an accredited college, university or business school in computer science or related field including but not limited to business data programming, business systems analysis, computer accounting, computer and information systems, computer servicing technologies, information systems management, data processing, or computer engineering and two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid computer programming experience in one or more programming or data base languages.
• Substitution: Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid computer programming experience in one or more programming or database languages may substitute for the required training.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
• This is the entry level classification in the series. No prior experience is required.
To apply, click here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wvdot/jobs/2904987/highway-programmer-analyst-1-kanawha-county?page=3&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
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