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Senior Systems Analyst (2 Positions)

Rio Hondo College

Job Description

Job Number

CLA00464P

Position Title

Senior Systems Analyst (2 Positions)

Position Type

Classified Full Time

Percentage Employee

100 %

Number of Months Assignment

12

Starting Date

As soon as possible

Current Work Schedule

Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Days and hours of employment may change depending on District needs.

Salary Range

51

Salary

$9,132.00 – $11,652.18/ Monthly
Successful candidate will start at step 1 except in cases where District deems appropriate.

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Location

Main Campus

Department

Information Technology (Dept)

Open Date

05/23/2024

Closing Date

06/06/2024

About Rio Hondo College

About Rio Hondo College
Rio Hondo College welcomes and embraces all students in their educational and career pathways. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), our College has a student population of 22,000, of which 18,000 are Latinx students. We were the first college in Los Angeles County to provide two years of free tuition to first-time, full-time college students through our Rio Promise program. We are proud to acknowledge that many of our students have transferred to high ranked institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, USC and UCLA, UC Berkeley, UC Irvine, Cal State LA, Cal State Long Beach, and Whittier College to name a few.

Strengths
Our caring and dedicated student-centered staff, faculty, and administrators are devoted to the advancement of educational justice, equity, and opportunity for all our students. Our Colleges 900 employees, with close to 600 faculty, hold themselves accountable for the academic success of disproportionately impacted student populations. Our entire staff, with unwavering team collaboration, work hard to ensure our students reach their full potential by eliminating gaps in academic outcomes that traditionally hinder students of color.

Rio Hondo College is committed to the recruitment of qualified and diverse employees who are dedicated to our students success. We recognize that diversity in an academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for our students. We are steadfast in our hiring practices and staff development processes which reinforce the goals of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Our practices and processes also support the importance of a workforce that reflects the community and the diverse student population we serve.

Rio Hondo College employs approximately 55% tenured track faculty of color; 60% part-time faculty of color; 85% classified staff of color; and 50% administrators of color.

Rio Hondo College offers 30 associate degrees that guarantee transfer (ADTs) to Cal State Universities, a bachelors degree in Automotive Technology, more than 60 certificates, a Pathway to Law School, dual enrollment with K-12 districts, state championship speech & debate team, top-notch athletic teams, student leadership opportunities, travel abroad experiences and more.

In collaboration with the communities in Pico Rivera, Santa Fe Springs, El Monte, South El Monte, Whittier, portions of Norwalk, La Mirada, Downey, La Puente, the City of Industry, Los Nietos and Avocado Heights, Rio Hondo College provides an exceptional academic curriculum to meet the unique needs of our region and strengthen our communities.

Basic Function

Under direction of an administrator or manager, analyzes, coordinates, oversees, and maintains the administrative computer system; serves in a lead capacity to other operational Information Technology Services personnel and ensures the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of Information Technology Services.

Representative Duties

  1. Writes or modifies programs as necessary to fit user needs; writes or modifies program source code; prepares sample test data; tests, corrects and revises programs, as necessary. E
  2. Designs and implements new databases; reviews, modifies, and maintains existing databases to ensure validity and minimize errors. E
  3. Analyzes, coordinates, oversees, and maintains the Colleges administrative computer systems, including hardware and software functions, to facilitate District administrative computer system operations; plans, leads, coordinates and conducts both small and major projects or phases of projects; performs project management to include implementing the systems development life cycle, working with the end user and vendors and working with databases and new programming language. E
  4. Analyzes problems outlined by users and potential users of information technology; studies existing systems and procedures and the introduction of potential systems; analyzes legal requirements, organization, flow of data, methods, forms, feasibility, and compatibility. E
  5. Monitors performance of the administrative computer system; coordinates system changes including the assignment of new accounts, allocation of disk space and system recovery. E
  6. Provides technical support, assistance and information to users; trains users and Information Technology Services staff in system operations and security procedures, as necessary. E
  7. Coordinates communication and activities with users to review and analyze user problems and needs. E
  8. Compiles information and data to prepare various reports related to assigned systems and functions; documents system software and hardware, as necessary. E
  9. Maintains current knowledge of technological advances in the information technology field; communicates with vendors and sales representatives; provides recommendations as requested regarding system modifications and enhancements. E
  10. Monitors the workflow of the operational area to ensure timely and efficient computer support for District operations; ensures appropriate scheduling to meet required timelines. E
  11. Maintains a variety of records, accounts, logs, and files related to assigned systems; prepares, establishes, and purges records, as necessary. E
  12. Provides work direction and guidance to Information Technology Services staff. E
  13. Performs a variety of clerical and administrative responsibilities in support of the departments day-to-day activities and/or operations utilizing a variety of communication modalities including but not limited to answers and responds to phone calls, emails, text messages, and chat platforms; opens, screens, and distributes mail and correspondence; photocopies documents and requests duplication services; ensures maintenance and repairs of assigned work areas, facilities, or equipment; enters various requests for services from IT, Facilities, and Maintenance; contacts vendors for equipment service, when needed; follows-up with vendors to ensure satisfactory completion of requests; may perform simple repairs or maintenance to standard office equipment. E
  14. Performs related duties that support the overall objective of the position.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential (E) duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an E on the job description.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:
  • District and college policies, procedures, rules, and regulations related to the area of assignment.
  • California Education Code and Title V as it relates to the area of assignment.
  • Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
  • Federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations and District policies and practices pertinent to the area of responsibility.
  • Best practices and procedures on use of various office equipment.
  • Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
  • Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
  • Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
  • Principles, techniques, and concepts involved in computer programming and program analysis.
  • Oracle database design and management, including PL/SQL.
  • Linux/UNIX system experience is desirable.
  • Techniques and procedures of systems management.
  • Characteristics and capabilities of various kinds of information technology equipment.
  • Functions and operations of an administrative computer systems.
  • Principles and practices of providing technical work direction and training.
  • Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
  • Technical aspects of field of specialty.
  • Basic research methods.
  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
  • Web/Java development and practices.
  • Computer software programs, applications, databases, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems; computer hardware and peripheral equipment related to the area of the assignment.
  • Record-keeping, filing, file sharing, and filing system methods and techniques.
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
Ability to:
  • Independently perform the essential responsibilities of the position.
  • Apply District and department policies, procedures, rules, and regulations related to the area of assignment.
  • Plan, organize, and prioritize workload to meet schedules and timelines.
  • Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues and situations.
  • Understand and follow oral and written directions.
  • Effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
  • Operate various office machines (including personal computers and copiers) and the use of software, such as, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and District Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems.
  • Manage and work with Oracle databases and other Oracle products including Oracle database installation, configuration, performance monitoring and tuning is required.
  • Analyze, coordinate, oversee, and maintain the administrative computer system.
  • Serve in a lead capacity to ensure effective Information Technology Services operations, workflow, and scheduling.
  • Apply principles and techniques of computer programming to specific problems and processes.
  • Analyze data and draw sound conclusions.
  • Research, analyze, and recommend new system software and hardware.
  • Write or modify programs to fit user needs.
  • Initiate procedural modifications.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in appropriate programming and scripting languages.
  • Provide technical work direction to others.
  • Work independently with little direction.
  • Understand and follow verbal and written directions.
  • Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
  • Update and maintain records, files, file sharing, and filing systems.
  • Extracts and compiles data to prepare and generate a variety of standard, ad-hoc, statistical and/or narrative reports.
  • Design, implement, and maintain databases.
  • Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those encountered during the course of work.

Education and Experience

  • Bachelors Degree with a major in computer science; AND
  • Four (4) years of experience as a Systems Analyst;
  • Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the required qualifications for the position.

Foreign Degrees

Any degree from a country other than the United States, including Canada and Great Britain, must be evaluated by an Evaluation Service prior to the closing date. Certification must be attached with copies of transcripts.

License Certificates/Credentials

  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver license.
  • May be required to travel for various off-site meetings, trainings, conferences, and or events in support of the overall objective of the position.

Desired Qualifications

Three (3) years of related experience in a student services and/or support environment.

Distinguishable Characteristics

The Senior Systems Analyst is the senior, lead-level professional classification within the Systems Analyst series. The incumbent is responsible for the administration of the Districts computer systems and databases. The incumbent performs lead responsibilities and provides work direction and guidance to classified staff within the Information Technology Services (ITS) Department; the incumbent assists the administrator or manager, with special projects and oversight of the day-to-day operations of the ITS Department when the Director is temporarily unavailable or as assigned.
The Senior Systems Analyst is distinguished from the Systems Analyst II in that the latter is the journey level professional classification within the Systems Analyst series. The incumbent is responsible for the analysis, coordination, and maintenance of the Districts Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) computer systems to include academic programs, hardware, software, databases, and all aspects of Information Technology

Working Conditions

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit or stand for extended periods of time; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel, operate personal computers and other standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, use of both eyes, ability to distinguish basic shades and colors and the ability to adjust focus.
Employees are frequently required to walk and stand and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, incumbents are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data; use math and mathematical reasoning; analyze and solve problems; learn and apply new information and skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; and interact with District, students, vendors and others encountered in the course of work, some of whom are dissatisfied or abusive.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees work in an Information Technology Services environment, subject to noise from equipment operation.

Position Description

Applications are currently being accepted for the Senior Systems Analyst. This is a Full-Time 100%, 12-month position.

Application Procedure

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. PT on the closing date.

Applicants must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed.
  • Rio Hondo College online application (which includes supplemental questions)
  • Résumé/Curriculum Vitae
  • Complete transcripts of all college/university studies, including degree earned (copies will be accepted). NOTE: Transcripts from multiple colleges/universities may need to be scanned as one document, then uploaded.
  • Transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date (please circle conferral date on transcripts). Transcripts without this information and online applications without transcripts will be disqualified.


  • PAPER APPLICATIONS AND APPLICATION MATERIALS SENT VIA MAIL, FAX, OR EMAIL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
  • NOTE THAT ALL CORRESPONDENCE, INCLUDING INTERVIEW INVITATIONS, WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL.

Additional Information

  • The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires the District obtain documentation from every individual who is employed which verifies identity and authorizes his/her right to work in the United States.
  • Successful candidate is responsible for verifying all prior work experience and providing all academic transcripts for purposes of salary placement.
  • As a condition of employment, the selected applicant must provide a set of fingerprints (at the applicants expense) taken by an official LiveScan agency.
  • Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial employment (The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
  • For positions requiring a valid California drivers license, proof of insurability is required.
  • Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and require accommodations for completing the application process, testing (if required for position), or the interview, please notify the Human Resources Office.
  • A copy of this announcement will be provided in Braille to visually impaired applicants upon request.

Commitment to Diversity

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.

Cancel RTF Policy

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO RE-OPEN, RE-ADVERTISE, DELAY OR CANCEL FILLING THIS POSITION.
THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL FUTURE VACANCIES.

EEO Statement

Rio Hondo College is committed to employing qualified administrators, faculty and staff members who are dedicated to student success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. The Board is committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and provide equal consideration for all qualified candidates.

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