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Nature of Work
Under general supervision, at the advanced level, performs
complex systems and analysis work in the development,
implementation, and maintenance of computer applications for
state agencies or serves as project team leader. Receives
requests for new systems and modifications to existing systems
and conducts a feasibility study to estimate the cost and the
time needed to fulfill request. Uses structured or object
oriented techniques for systems development. Monitors the cost
of each project. An irregular work schedule may be required of
this position. Performs related work as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Programmer Analyst 3's will have chosen one of two career
paths: 1) responsible for leading a group of programmers that are
responsible for multiple smaller applications or a single complex
application with multiple modules or subsystems; 2) technical
specialist in a field (DB2, CICS, etc.) that has impact on
multiple mission critical applications that cross division lines.
Programmer Analyst 3's analyze, design, develop and implement
complex computer systems such as on-line, multi-program systems.
Trains and develops skills of lower level programmers and
programmer analysts. May delegate work as project leader in a
large programming shop.
Examples of Work
Leads a staff of programmer analysts who are responsible for
analyzing the feasibility of users requests and writing
programs contained in a system.
Assists management in establishing standards and methodology
for analysis, design and coding of complex systems.
Reviews functionality and utility of complex
hardware/software systems to develop cost/benefit ratios
and select appropriate platforms for systems development
and operations.
Compares viability of various software development tools for
systems analysis and design.
Analyzes benchmarks and other performance measurements to
select appropriate languages and database for systems
construction and implementation.
Writes a user procedure manual upon completion of a new
system; explains the procedures to the users; initiates the
training required for conversion to data processing or a
modified system.
Trains subordinate programmer analysts in complex programming
and analytical techniques.
Ensures that programmers and programmer analysts have followed
established standards.
Reviews design documents for clarity, completeness and
accuracy; analyzes the facts to determine whether the
solutions presented offer the most cost/time effective
solution to an agency systems problem.
Monitors the implementation of accepted documents to ensure
the system's arrival and installation.
Meets with agency personnel to determine functions, goals and
systems problems; develops solutions and documents them.
Participates in self-study and vendor-supplied courses to
improve skills in more complex programming areas.
Develops new or modifies existing complex programs, reviews
logic, codes logic flow into appropriate language, conducts
test run, debugs program from test results and prepares
documentation.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of data base management, documentation and project
control techniques.
Knowledge of the computer and personnel resources available;
the capabilities of the programming languages, hardware
configurations and software packages.
Knowledge of multiple 3rd or 4th generation programming
language.
Knowledge of complex programming systems, software and
hardware configuration and their applications in a systems
environment.
Knowledge of data processing concepts and equipment usage.
Skill in programming complex systems and in the use of
hardware and software configuration.
Ability to evaluate and analyze user requests and develop
effective work plans for systems development and
maintenance to meet user requirements.
Ability to give instructions and direct the activities of
other programmer analysts; to explain and evaluate the
systems proposals.
Ability to present ideas in a clear, concise format using
narrative statements and logic diagrams.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with data
processing personnel and users.
Ability to understand complex technical manuals.
Ability to develop and maintain complex program systems at a
level comparable to on-line applications.
Ability to develop and perform system checks which are
sufficient to test the thoroughness and accuracy of
programs.
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
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. OR An 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
eighteen months of full-time or equivalent part-time paid
computer programming experience in one or more programming
or data base languages.
Substitution:
Three years of full-time or equivalent part-time
paid computer programming experience in one or more
programming or data base languages may substitute for the
required training.
Experience:
Four years of full-time or equivalent part-time
paid experience in programming, system design and analysis
work with multiple programming or data base languages.
Established: 3/21/96
Revised: 11/15/01, 5/21/03
Effective:
5/21/03