Job Description

SYSTEMS ANALYST

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Program Planning Group (PPG) director, performs the professional/technical work associated with bridging the requirements of a user problem with capabilities of District information systems. Serves as a technical resource in the adaptation and application of information systems programs to meet the needs of end users. Participates in cross-functional project team implementing new technology. Maintains technical currency in construction coding techniques. Serves as a backup in the administration of enterprise-level mission-critical systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May serve as an enterprise systems backup administrator, as required. Serves as technical resource to lower-level information systems personnel. Participates in cross-functional team projects and may serve as sub-project team leader. Assists in implementation and documentation of systems testing and validation procedures, including access, file structures, and protocol. Provides training to less experienced technical users. With minimum supervision, analyzes user requirements, develops and implements computer-based solutions by analyzing user needs, develops an overall model, sequences tasks to be implemented, develops and implements procedures for problem segmentation, inter-module linkage, and system validation. Modifies existing programs and coordinates with schools, departments, and training staff in developing user acceptance procedures and end user training. Consults with systems users concerning technical issues, providing technical training to less skilled users, as required. Assists skilled technical uses in producing complex reports for end users and in formatting and extracting information for management decision making and state and federal reporting. Performs other duties related to the position, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that could provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and skills would be:



Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in computer systems design, implementation, and operation, or in a related field, such as mathematics, accounting, etc., or the equivalent in education and experience.



AND



Experience: Two (2) to three (3) years of professional data processing experience in a mainframe or client/server environment, including one (1) year of programming experience, or the equivalent in education and experience.



Licenses/Certificates: Possession of a valid Nevada Driver's License with a driving record acceptable to the District.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

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Knowledge of:


Principles, practices, and procedures required to maintain UNIX-based solutions in a wide range of problem domains. Principles, tools, and techniques as applied to modifying and documenting programs relating to languages, such as SQL, C++, or applications such as Visual Basic; Internet and Web management; database maintenance; Microsoft network configurations and security; end user applications such as Microsoft Office. Ability to extract logical commonalities among classes of problems to select appropriate data structures and algorithms to achieve efficient problem resolution with a minimum of supervision; functional and technical aspects of school district computer systems, operations, and communications; Generally Accepted Accounting Principles; principle methodologies and procedures for documentation.

Skill in:


Maintaining effective working relationships with others and communicating effectively, both orally and in writing. Participating in cross-functional project teams and interacting cooperatively with colleagues and users in a project-orientated environment.

Ability to:


Reading, interpreting, and applying written information with a minimum of supervision; writing technical documentation and working with training staff to develop training programs to train end users.

WORK ENVIRONMENT?/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



Lifting objects up to 25 lbs.: Never



Lifting objects over 25 lbs.: Rarely



Sitting for extended periods: Continuously



Standing for extended periods: Occasionally



Walking for extended periods:?Rarely



Bending or stooping: Rarely



Reaching above shoulder height?Rarely



Pushing/pulling objects: Rarely



Climbing stairs or ladders: Rarely



Operating heavy machinery: Never



Exposure to outdoor weather conditions: Occasionally



Exposure to loud noises:?Continuously



Working in confined spaces:?Rarely



Working at heights: Never



Working with hazardous materials:?Never



Repetitive hand or arm movements: Never



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Definitions:??



Never: The activity or condition does not occur.??



Rarely: The activity or condition occurs less than 10% of the time.??



Occasionally: The activity or condition occurs 10-30% of the time.??



Frequently: The activity or condition occurs 30-60% of the time.??



Continuously: The activity or condition occurs more than 60% of the time.

THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.

The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environment for all students, staff, and visitors.? The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e., Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Washoe County School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Washoe County School District is committed to providing all applicants and employees equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, military status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Here in Washoe County School District, we are a diverse group of people who honor the differences that drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our students and employees. We believe that through a culture of inclusivity, we have the power to reflect on the community we serve.

Site(s)

Capital Projects

Internal Job Number

2025-26-E257307

Salary

Grade 28


Sch A: $38.40 (entry step)

Sch B: $46.22 (entry step


Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year.


New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step (step one) of the grade of the position. View salary schedules here.

Additional Job Information

Benefit packages are available for all employees, eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits of the District which include but are not limited to;


No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance + Employees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums.

Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) + Contribution options will be explained in detail during the New Employee Orientation.

Salary Increases Longevity Bonuses Guidance Resources And More - Visit our Benefits page for more information.
Temporary employees working less than 6 months do not receive benefits.

New employees will be fingerprinted upon hire and every five years thereafter and will have $58.50 deducted from their first paycheck to help defray the cost of fingerprinting. Non-licensed employees will have $58.50 deduction when their fingerprints are completed every five years. Fingerprint fees are subject to change.

Any applicant who would like to request a reasonable accommodation in any step of the selection process should contact Human Resources at (775) 348-0321.