The Position

Why join the Contra Costa County Administrator's Office?
The County Administrator’s Office has an exciting opportunity for an energetic person possessing a combination of business background and computer skills to help us develop, test, support, and utilize modern IT systems that support the strategic business goals of the County’s law and justice departments. Applications are being accepted to fill one (1) full-time permanent vacancy located in Martinez, CA.

Under the general direction of the Law & Justice Business Systems Manager, this position provides technical support and re-engineering activities for the development of large computer system implementation, integration, and monitoring projects within and between County justice departments, and perform related duties as assigned. County justice departments include the District Attorney, Public and Alternate Defender, and Probation Departments. The position also works in close collaboration with the Contra Costa Superior Court, Sheriff's Office, and local law-enforcement agencies.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Industrious and self-motivated
• Analytical and creative
• Flexible and agile
• Competent and effective

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Defining, developing, executing, and reporting of quality assurance tests (manual and automated) of software applications, reports, data, and data exchanges (interfaces with external systems)
• Analyzing processes and problems and devising workable solutions including pro-active application monitoring, data quality, and alerts
• Consulting with business partners and system users to understand needs and issues in order to recommend solutions within and between systems
• Building your business and technical knowledge through continuous study and application

A few reasons you might love this job:

• You will facilitate and witness positive change through implementation of new, modern systems for justice and public safety programs by being involved in all aspects of the software development life cycle
• You will assist client departments to overcome system obstacles to greater efficiency and productivity and enhance public safety overall
• You will work both independently and on team projects to acquire knowledge and develop skills for career growth

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• You will need to learn and acclimate to understanding the complex County justice process and the automated systems between multiple business and regulatory partners
• You will work for long periods on complex projects before seeing outward results and improvements
• You will be part of a small self-sufficient team that has limited outside resources

Competencies Required:

• Analyzing & Interpreting Data: Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
• Delivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks
• Innovative Problem Solving: Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new ways to do business
• Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results
• Self-Management: Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability
• Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
• Involving Others (Engaging Teams): Engaging others for input, contribution, and shared responsibility for outcomes
• Leadership: Guiding and encouraging others to accomplish a common goal
• Business Process Analysis: Defining, assessing, and improving operational processes and workflow
• Leveraging Technology: Applying technology for improvements in organizational efficiency and effectiveness
• Project Management: Ensuring that projects are on-time, on-budget, and achieve their objectives

To read the complete job description, please visit the website, www.cccounty.us/hr.

The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with a major in computer science or information processing or closely related field.

Experience: Three (3) years of full-time or its equivalent experience performing software applications programming or systems analysis.

Substitution for Education: Additional-qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of four (4) years.

Desirable Qualifications:

• 
  Experience and proficiency with Git version control, Microsoft Office (Word and Excel ideally with macros and VBA), application message brokers/queues, and application monitors
• Proficiency in SSRS/Power BI and JasperSoft report development
• Grit (passion and sustained persistence applied toward long-term achievement)
• Mentor/Sharing: Coaching and mentoring others in areas of your expertise
• Linux Bash and awk Script: Designing, creating, and maintaining scripts for testing, validation, and data analysis

Selection Process

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.