This is a Permanent Exempt Appointment. This position is excluded by the Charter from competitive civil service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the appointing officer. The duration of up to three years.

Department: The San Francisco Adult Probation Department is committed to Public Safety and Public Service. It is our goal to utilize the principles of community corrections to provide supervision and assistance to individuals on probation to achieve positive outcomes for the probationer, victims of crime in the community of the City and County of San Francisco.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Under general direction, provides direct ongoing supervision to other IS Business Analysts, or serves as the top technical authority for one or more related specialties, or provides technical leadership and direction and assumes technical responsibility for the completion of major projects; performs or oversees all or most of the systems development life cycle and ongoing administration functions, including needs analysis, cost-benefit analysis, structured systems analysis and design, feasibility analysis, technology and software assessment, Telecommunications needs analysis, project planning and management, system installation, implementation and testing, conversion to production status, technical and procedural documentation, user training, and post-implementation assessment and administration; directs and participates in complex studies.

Essential Duties: (include, but may not be limited to)

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this class(es) and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Analyze and recommend procedures consistent with departmental directives, policy regulations that are developed by higher-level management staff.
2. Analyze and resolve complex system problems; develop and implement modification as necessary; prepare special reports; maintain records of system documentation.
3. Consult on special requests for information and reports; participate in audits, integrated reviews and improvement studies, and quality control reviews.
4. Provide advice and recommendations to meet user needs.
5. Coordinate system related activities with other departments for multi-departmental system projects.
6. Review plans for software, hardware and Telecommunications equipment and services; prepare specifications; oversee request for proposal process.
7. Manage and design the structure and growth of computer and Telecommunications systems and networking; design, develop and implement new systems to Support departmental activities; set scope, boundaries and objectives for system functions interfaces based on departmental needs.
8. Attend meetings as needed; represent unit on committees.
9. Supervise, assign, review and participate in the work of subordinates in assigned unit.
10. Performs related duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in computer science, business administration, or a closely related field. AND

Five to six years experience, with at least two years at the senior level, in the information systems field, including programming and system analysis or directly related experience which demonstrates the knowledge and ability to supervise other IS Analysts, or communicate expert knowledge of current and emerging techniques to a project team, or which demonstrates the highest technical expertise.

SUBTITUTION:

Any combination of Training and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying. Experience can be substituted for required Education on a year for year basis (one year equals 2000 hoursof experience).

Desirable Qualifications:

• Solid understanding of Oracle 10g and Microsoft SQL Server 2000 2008R2 relational databases and PL/SQL
• Solid experience in creating customized reports using Crystal Report, Oracle Report Developer and other report packages.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 2008 Server environment and Active Directory.
• Experience in Oracle BI and SQL Server Reporting Services
• Experience in implementing 'paperless' Enterprise Document Management Solutions.
• Working knowledge of XML and web services concepts
• Experience with .Net framework 2.0 - 4.0
• SharePoint implementation and/or development experience
• Experience with SQL Server and IIS Administration
• Experience using Agile software development methodology
• Ability to maintain and develop the Adult Probation Departments CTAG and COMPAS case management systems.
• Ability to effectively interact with internal and external City personal and outside vendors and contractor
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Special Requirements:

Essential duties require the following physical skills and work requirements:

Some positions may require sufficient strength and coordination for lifting, pushing, pulling and/or carrying the weight of computer equipment. May require hand/eye coordination for semi-skilled movements, such as taking apart casings, installing parts and reconnecting computers and for performing data entry. May involve extensive VDT exposure.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications are now being accepted through an on-line process beginning November 30, 2011. Click on the link below to apply, or visit www.jobaps.com/sf to begin the application process by registering an account.Visit http://www.jobaps.com/sf/sup/images/default.asp Once at the website:

Click and select the 1054 IS Business Analyst Principal (PEX-1054-058446)

Click on Apply and read and acknowledge the information

Click on I am a New User if you have not previously registered, or I have REGISTERED PREVIOUSLY

Follow instructions given on the screen.

Applications for this recruitment process will be accepted on a continuous basis and may close at anytime. Interested candidates are encouraged to immediately apply.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please Eric Street, at 553-1704/553-1689.

If you don't have access to a personal computer, computer kiosks are available for public use in the lobby of the Department of Human Resources at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4^th Floor, San Francisco. The hours of operations are Monday - Friday from 8:00a.m. to 5:00p.m.

SELECTION PROCEDURES:

Applicants will be screened for relevant qualifying experience/education. Additional screening mechanisms may be implemented in order to determine candidates qualifications. Only the most qualified applicant(s) will be considered to continue in the selection process. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed to advance through all of the steps in the selection process.

Resumes may be attached to the application; however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application. Computer kiosks are available for public use in the lobby of the Department of Human Resources, 1 South Van Ness, 4th Floor, San Francisco. The hours of operation are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Applicants will be contacted by email about this announcement and, therefore, it is their responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date. Also, applicants must ensure that email from CCSF is not blocked on their computer by a spam filter. To prevent blocking, applicants should set up their email to accept CCSF mail the following addresses (@sfgov.org, @sfdpw.org, @sfport.com, @flysfo.com, @sfwater.org, @sfdph.org, @asianart.org, @sfmta.com).

All work experience, education, Training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Background Investigation: Prior to employment with the San Francisco Adult Probation Department, a thorough background investigation will be conducted to determine the candidates suitability for employment. The investigation may include, but not be limited to: criminal history records, driving records, drug/alcohol screening, and other related employment and personal history records.Candidates must clear Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprinting.

Verification of Experience/Education:

Verification of experience/education may be required at any time of the process. If verification is required, failure to provide it may result in disqualification from the selection process. Applicants who possess a degree that is from a foreign and/or non-accredited college or university may be required to provide an equivalency certification of the degree. Any false, incomplete, or incorrect statement, regardless of when it is discovered, may result in disqualification or dismissal from employment with the City and County of San Francisco. http://www.sfdhr.org/index.aspx?page=20#verification

NOTES:

1. Applicants are advised to keep copies of all documents submitted. Submitted documents become a permanent part of the selection process and will not be returned. The hiring department may require applicants to submit the same documents and/or additional documents at a later date.

2. Applicants with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation must contact Eric Street by phone (415) 553-1704(voice), by email Eric.Street@sfgov.org. Reasonable Accommodation Request: information on requesting reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities can be found at: http://www.sfdhr.org/index.aspx?page=20#reasonableaccommodation

3. Right to Work: http://www.sfdhr.org/index.aspx?page=20#identification

4. General information concerning City and County of San Francisco Employment Policies and Procedures: http://www.sfdhr.org/index.aspx?page=20

5. Driver's License requirement: http://www/sfdhr.org/index.aspx?page=20#license

Reasonable accommodations will be made so those applicants with disabilities may participate in the application and/or selection process. Applicants needing an accommodation should contact Eric Street, at (415) 553-1704/553-1689.

Minorities, Women, and Persons With Disabilities are Encouraged to Apply
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Micki Callahan, Human Resources Director

Department of Human Resources

Announcement # PEX-1054-058446

Issued: November 30, 2011

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