Data Processing Systems Analyst II, III, IV - Systems Admin

Summary

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking to fill various Data Processing Systems Analyst positions. The role involves planning and executing fact-finding tasks to assess electronic data processing needs, conducting workflow studies, and preparing reports and recommendations based on findings.

Responsibilities

• Plans and carries out various fact-finding tasks to secure pertinent information on the electronic data processing needs and problems of departments
• Conducts studies related to work flow, work measurement, time distribution, organizational and functional relationships, forms design, etc
• Meets with and interviews personnel from various levels of management and operations
• Analyzes and coordinates subsystems
• Determines the feasibility of conversion of operations and procedures to electronic data processing
• Analyzes procedures from the standpoint of feasibility of using different machines, their capacities, cost, etc
• Prepares comprehensive reports of findings and recommendations
• Prepares overall plans and develops detailed procedures and processes for conversion to machine processing utilizing current technologies, such as teleprocessing, data base management systems, etc., and including the preparation of flow charts and functional block diagrams
• Integrates the various systems and procedures with the needs and requirements of the various agencies wherever possible
• In a line department, works in close cooperation with representatives of staff agencies
• In the central agency, works in close cooperation with representatives of operating departments
• Prepares and maintains procedural manuals
• May conduct management studies associated with other program or management objectives and needs
• Prepares reports of work activities and correspondence
• Reviews work results and follows through to see that management and staff officials have a clear understanding of problem areas
• Provides guidance and assistance in implementing recommendations accepted by administrator of units serviced
• Supervises a group of analysts and/or programmers and support personnel in specific program areas as a unit supervisor or team leader
• Coordinates work performed with supervisors of other functional areas; and
• Trains lower level analysts as required

Skills

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree
• Ability to write clear and comprehensive reports and other documents
• Ability to read and interpret complex written material
• Ability to solve complex problems logically and systematically
• Specialized Experience: Progressively responsible work experience in computer systems analysis which involved the analysis and design of systems for electronic processing of data or stored computer programming experience which included participation in systems analysis
• Driver's License Requirement: Some positions may require applicants to possess a current, valid driver's license
• Lifting Requirement: Some positions may require the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted
• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science or in another major including completion of course work comparable to a major in computer science may be substituted for six (6) months of Specialized Experience
• A Master's degree in information and computer science from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one and one-half (1-1/2) years of Specialized Experience
• A Doctorate's degree in information and computer science from an accredited college or university may be substituted for two (2) years of Specialized Experience
• Excess Supervisory Experience of the type and quality described above may be substituted for Specialized Experience on a year-for-year basis

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree
• Ability to write clear and comprehensive reports and other documents
• Ability to read and interpret complex written material
• Ability to solve complex problems logically and systematically
• Specialized Experience: Progressively responsible work experience in computer systems analysis which involved the analysis and design of systems for electronic processing of data or stored computer programming experience which included participation in systems analysis
• Driver's License Requirement: Some positions may require applicants to possess a current, valid driver's license
• Lifting Requirement: Some positions may require the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted

Nice to Haves

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science or in another major including completion of course work comparable to a major in computer science may be substituted for six (6) months of Specialized Experience
• A Master's degree in information and computer science from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one and one-half (1-1/2) years of Specialized Experience
• A Doctorate's degree in information and computer science from an accredited college or university may be substituted for two (2) years of Specialized Experience
• Excess Supervisory Experience of the type and quality described above may be substituted for Specialized Experience on a year-for-year basis

Benefits

• You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year.
• Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year vacation.
• Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year sick leave. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits.
• If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.
• The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
• Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex.
• The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits.
• If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program.
• The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program.
• Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.
• As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.
• If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.
• Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining.
• New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.