The Position
The
City of Riverside Police Department is currently accepting applications from
experienced professionals for the position of
PROGRAMMER ANALYST. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.
The
Programmer Analyst when assigned to the Police Department will design, build, and maintain Business Intelligence Reports and DashboardsPerform basic and advanced processing tasks using GIS software; produce training materials as well as train users; develop and coordinate GIS application work flows; install, update and upgrade software; r esearch in technologies to support the department's operations; coordinate the implementation of technology with vendors and Information Technology (IT) staff; recommend technology to management, as well as implement approved technology. May also serve as a departmental liaison with the City's IT Team and take lead on projects as needed.
Work Performed
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Prepare system designs and specifications.
- Consult with department users to define general and detailed specifications of a proposed system.
- Translate system specifications into a logical process and set of computer instructions.
- Design testing methods and test completed programs and procedures for accuracy and completeness ensuring system requirements are met.
- Design input and report forms and file layouts for data entry.
- Implement and maintain programs performing modifications as necessary.
- Analyze problems related to the common use of data and develop compatible systems.
- Review established programs to refine procedures and make modifications to correct errors and reduce operating time and costs.
- Prepare activity and progress reports regarding project activities.
- Program new applications or modifications from limited verbal and written direction performing the necessary analysis to develop detailed program specifications.
In addition, when assigned to the Police Department:
- Assist in analyzing crime with basic and advanced GIS tools.
- Develop work flows for disseminating crime information from geographic perspectives.
- Plan for and perform basic and advanced processing tasks using GIS products and extensions.
- Develop and maintain GIS related databases.
- Write scripts such as Visual Basic for Applications, Structured Query Language, Extensable Markup Language, Extensable Hypertex Markup Language, Hypertex Markup Language to support applications.
- Conduct training for GIS users.
- Develop and coordinate GIS application work flows for GIS users.
- Install, update and upgrade desktop and server based GIS software.
- Research for spatial analysis tools and applications that can support law enforcement spatial analysis.
- Perform map production tasks.
- Serve as departmental liaison with the City's GIS team and participate in City-wide GIS activities.
- Coordinate the implementation of GIS technology with vendors and Information Technology staff.
- Recommend new GIS technology to management, and implement approved technology.
- Supervise additional Police GIS staff and oversee Department wide coordination of GIS applications throughout the Police Department.
Qualifications
Recruitment Guidelines:
Education : Equivalent to an Associate degree from an accredited college or university with major work in computer science, computer information systems, data processing, or a closely related field. One year of additional qualifying experience may substitute for one year of the required education.
Experience : A range of 1-2 years experience in developing, documenting, and programming of data processing problems for mini and mainframe computers. When assigned to the Police Department, one to two years working with Environmental Studies Research Institute based GIS technology is required.
Highly Desired Qualifications:
- Experience with Public Safety Technologies including and not limited to Records Management System (RMS), Computer Aided Dispatch Systems (CAD) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
- Experience with building and maintaining websites
Conditions of Employment: The current vacancy is in the Police Department and will work within various Police buildings. Candidates must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment.
Selection Process
The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.
It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.
IMPORTANT: Appointment is subject to successful completion of an in-depth pre-employment background investigation, medical/physical examination, and drug and alcohol test; and may be subject to polygraph examination, and/or psychological examination As part of the background investigation, all claims of education and experience made in the employment application process, as well as other information submitted, will be verified.
NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list. Some candidates may be disqualified indefinitely due to the results of their background investigation.
All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. 
