Job Description

Department

Department of Administration

Division

Information Technology/Computers

Salary

$84,783.00 - $95,517.00

Job Profile

JC-02791600-92 - Programmer/Analyst II (SQL/Unix) (NEARI PSA DOH)

Scheduled Work Days & Work Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm

35 Hours - Standard

Job Requisition Number

JR103535 PROGRAMMER/ANALYST II(SQL/UNIX (Open)

Pay Grade

C00332 A

Classification

Programmer/Analyst II (SQL/Unix)

Class Definition

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To conduct technical work in systems analysis, systems design and programming activities in a specialty area; to assist a superior in performing the most complex and difficult technical work; and to do related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a superior with latitude for the exercise of independent judgement; work is reviewed in process and upon completion for results obtained and conformance with policies and objectives.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: As required, may supervise the work of subordinate technical and clerical employees assigned to assist in a project.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

• To conduct technical work in systems analysis, systems design and programming activities in an area of specialization; to assist a superior in performing the most complex and difficult technical work.
• To interview users and formulate problem statements; to devise data processing solutions for projects under development.
• To consult with and advise users on applicable software and hardware.
• To create a detailed list of activities for each project or sub-system being developed.
• To check all system logic for compliance with standards and needs.
• To install, test, document and maintain application packages and subroutines received from vendors and users.
• To conduct necessary user education on various programming systems and available software packages.
• To provide end user support and technical assistance for application packages.
• To assist in the development and evaluation of systems and programming standards.
• To perform and/or coordinate data processing tasks necessary for project completion.
• To do related work as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT:

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A working knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques required in assessing the feasibility, applicability, necessity, goals and cost of data processing systems; a working knowledge of the capabilities, programming techniques and intricacies of automated systems and peripheral equipment directly relating to a programming specialty; the ability to install, test, document and maintain application packages and subroutines associated with software specialty; a working knowledge of the personal computer and the ability to utilize it effectively; the ability to communicate effectively with subordinates, superiors and departmental personnel; and related capacities and abilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Such as may have been gained through: graduation from a college of recognized standing including or supplemented by successful completion of courses in computer science; and

Experience: Such as may have been gained through: employment in an analytical position involving applications programming in the area of specialization.

Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

Supplemental Information

• Ability to gather requirements from business stakeholders and translate it into applications to assist stakeholders improve business processes.
• Experience in working with health care technology and laboratory systems like Cerner, Wellsky, Epic etc.
• Experience with HL7 and other healthcare related interfaces and data exchange processes to support development, testing and triage of such interchanges.
• Experience with health-related case management systems.
• Experience with low-code technology like Power Platform.
• Experience with programming languages like Python, R, ArcGIS etc.

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The individual hired to fill this position will have access to Federal tax Information (FTI), as defined in IRS Publication 1075, and, as such, must undergo a national fingerprint background screening in accordance with the set forth in regulation 220-RICR-40-00-2 (IRS Publication 1075 – Background Check Process and Criteria available at https://rules.sos.ri.gov/regulations/part/220-40-00-2. Additionally, the individual is being hired to an E-Verify site which contains FTI and must have their employment eligibility validated through E-Verify.

Benefits

For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/

Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.