Information Systems Programmer and Analyst IV

Bargaining Unit: Local 21 - Supervisory Management 

The Department of Information Technology is excited to announce an opening for the Information Systems Programmer and Analyst position, with a focus on emerging technology/artificial intelligence (AI). We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated professional to join our dynamic team!

The Department of Information Technology (DoIT) is at the forefront of driving technological excellence and innovation throughout the County. Our mission is to provide essential technology services that power a wide array of IT initiatives, ensuring seamless networking, robust communications, enhanced security, efficient hardware support, and streamlined application services. Dedicated to serving the needs of our community, DoIT plays a crucial role in empowering the County to achieve its goals through strategic technology implementation.
 
As an Information Systems Programmer and Analyst with an emerging technology/artificial intelligence (AI) focus, you are a key member of the team responsible for ensuring the trustworthy, safe, and effective usage of AI systems across the County.

Why join the Department of Information Technology (DoIT)?
At DoIT, we offer more than just a job – we offer an opportunity to be part of something bigger. Join us and be at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology tools and systems that will empower you to shape a smarter, more connected future. 

We are looking for someone who is: 

• Aware of the challenges associated with artificial intelligence implementations within local government organizations
• Comfortable working with a wide range of organizational stakeholders to develop and implement standards and procedures
• Ready to guide the organization’s approach to risk assessments and mitigations for AI systems
• Experienced with machine learning and artificial intelligence
• Possesses a strong understanding of AI application implementations in business contexts, with expertise in data governance management

• Developing standards and procedures for evaluating AI use cases
• Providing training and technical expertise to other information systems staff regarding AI and other emerging technologies
• Assisting with the oversight of the execution of the County’s AI strategy
• Working with stakeholders across the organization to prioritize and implement effective AI solutions in a safe manner
• Presenting to executive stakeholders on the status of AI within the organization

• You will be part of the team delivering trustworthy and efficient AI solutions to deliver County services to the community
• You will have the opportunity to solve wicked problems
• You will help build the foundation of the County’s AI strategy

• Matching technology with the realities of service delivery in a local government environment
• Using your significant technical expertise to educate a wide range of IT and business stakeholders
• Learning how to operate effectively within a government environment

• Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
• Innovative Problem Solving: Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new ways to do business
• Analyzing & Interpreting Data: Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
• Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
• 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
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
• Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results
• Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
• Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
• Involving Others (Engaging Teams): Engaging others for input, contribution, and shared responsibility for outcomes
• Visionary Leadership: Taking a long-term view and building a shared vision with others; acting as a catalyst for organizational change
• Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
• Business Process Analysis: Defining, assessing, and improving operational processes and workflow
• Managing & Facilitating Change: Addressing key factors that influence successful organizational change
• Project Management: Ensuring that projects are on time, on-budget, and achieve their objectives

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

Experience: 
Four (4) years of full-time or its equivalent experience performing software applications programming and/or systems analysis, at least one year of which must have included programming responsibility.

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 (depending on assignment):

• Training in machine learning and artificial intelligence
• Experience working with GovAI standards and other federal/state/local machine learning/artificial intelligence initiatives
• Information security experience within a large organization
• Software engineering experience within a large organization

1. Application Filing: All applicants must apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date.
2. Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination.
3. Training and Experience Evaluation:  Consists of an evaluation of each candidate's relevant education, training and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire.  (Weighted 100%)