Posting number: 26-16321-01
Department: Innovation and Technology Department
Job classification: Programmer Analyst II
Posting type: Open
Categories: IT and Computers
The Innovation and Technology Department is at the forefront of driving digital transformation and innovation, consistently delivering cutting-edge solutions to enhance county operations. Recognized for its excellence, the department has been honored with prestigious awards, including the National Association of Counties (NACo) Award and the Digital Counties Award. These accolades underscore the team's commitment to leveraging technology to improve efficiency, increase accessibility, and foster community engagement, making it a leader in public sector innovation.
The Department (ITD) is seeking highly experienced and motivated Software Developers II who will work both independently and as part of a team to collaborate during all phases of the application life-cycle to ensure timely delivery and/or resolution of system problems. They are responsible for designing, developing and executing project plans, creating technical specifications, developing test cases, adopting agile methodologies, providing recommendations for improvement, creating documentation which includes Architectural diagrams, and assessing new technologies before adoption and implementation.
*Official title is Programmer Analyst II. For a more comprehensive listing of job duties for this classification, please refer to the Programmer Analyst II job description.
To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and the Memoranda of Understanding (MOU).
The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.
Paid time off, health and wellness, professional development, tax savings plan, work-life balance, and retirement.
Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must successfully pass a background check and a job-related physical exam, including a drug test, prior to employment.
Availability: Incumbents may occasionally work evening and weekend hours. Some overtime, on-call, or call back work may be required.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of work experience in a production environment, within the past five (5) years, performing analysis and programming for the purpose of developing business applications, including at least 6 months experience as a project leader for small to medium scale projects.
Applicant must have hands-on experience with the following:
REQUIRED EDUCATION: Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) of completed units from an accredited** college/university in programming, computer science, or software engineering. A list of coursework must be submitted with the application.
SUBSTITUTIONS:
Experience Substitution: A completed Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in programming, computer science, or software engineering may substitute for one (1) year of the non-lead experience required.
Education Substitution: One (1) additional year of qualifying work experience may substitute for the education requirement.
**Qualifying degrees and coursework must be conferred by institutions accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Degrees earned outside the United States must be accompanied by an evaluation from a recognized credential evaluation service verifying U.S. equivalency.
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before 5:00 PM PT, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2026. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy.
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
San Bernardino County is a diverse public service organization serving America’s largest county that for two consecutive years has led the nation in awards for innovation, efficiency, and outstanding public service. We are governed by an elected Board of Supervisors and dedicated to creating a community where nearly 2.2 million residents can prosper and achieve well-being in fulfillment of the Countywide Vision. It is comprised of 42 departments and agencies, which are staffed by more than 23,000 public service professionals who provide a wide range of vital services in the areas of public safety, health care, social services, economic and community development and revitalization, fiscal services, infrastructure, recreation and culture, and internal support.
