Public Safety Application Development Analyst II

Description

The City of Lynchburg is seeking a Public Safety Applications Development Analyst II to design, develop, and support technology solutions that power critical operations for the Lynchburg Police Department (LPD). This position works closely with LPD staff to enhance business applications, improve system integrations, and support data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate has experience with Visual Basic, C#, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS).

Essential Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.

• Works with users to design processes to satisfy their business needs.
• Analyzes public safety procedures and/or problem areas and takes part in feasibility studies for the potential application of information systems.
• Designs complex programming solutions to satisfy customer needs.
• Codes complex new solutions and modifies existing solutions in accordance with design requirements.
• Tests new code to ensure compliance with design specifications and quality standards.
• Participates in the installation, configuration, implementation, operation, and maintenance of purchased software packages.
• Coordinates minor releases to software applications, both in-house software and packaged software.
• Performs data analysis and data migrations.
• Serves as a point of contact with third-party software suppliers for application support and enhancements.
• Develops, documents, and maintains procedures for the efficient operation of application software.
• Meets with user representatives to discuss operational problems, system enhancements, and related existing or potential computerized applications.
• Provides design, development, and implementation of integration and/or interface services between applications and systems.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And/or Experience

• A Bachelor's degree with a major in computer science, business management information systems, or a related field and at least two years of related experience performing business analysis and systems support for enterprise and departmental applications or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio, Visual Basic, C#, ASP.NET (Web Forms and MVC), and Microsoft SQL Server is preferred.
• Experience with SharePoint, Power Automate, Power BI, Windows Server Administration, SQL Server Administration, Financial, and Work Management Systems.

Other Qualifications

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals.

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers and administrators.

Ability to effectively present information to individuals and groups.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical solutions.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Interpersonal Skills

Solid interpersonal and conflict resolution skills to support users and business processes across all City departments.

Ability to work effectively with client users and operational staff.

Additional Requirements

Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.

Physical Demands

The 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those typically encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the environment is usually moderate. Most work is performed in a normal office environment.

The City offers an array of benefits combined with direct salary/wages in order to establish a total compensation package that supports the City's goals of attracting, rewarding, and retaining employees who are both representatives of the community and are also able to deliver exceptional services.

• Employees in full-time positions are eligible for the following benefits:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS); the City’s contribution is based on a rate determined bi-annually by the VRS Board and employees pay 5% of base pay (pre-tax) towards their VRS benefit
• Life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Optional benefits such as 457 deferred compensation, Roth IRA, flexible spending accounts, etc.
• Eligibility for parental leave and tuition assistance
• Paid Time Off
• Employees in hourly and part-time positions may be eligible for benefits depending on the position
  

Employees of the City of Lynchburg may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for federal student loans

Additional information about City benefits can be found on our website and in the Employment Policies & Procedures

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Are you a citizen of the United States?

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• No

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Have you previously applied with the City of Lynchburg Police Department? If yes when, and for what position?

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Have you had a valid drivers license continuously for at least 3 years?

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DMV Release Notice: This position requires a valid driver's license and acceptable driving history. I hereby certify that I have read and understand the DMV Record Release Notice and give the City permission to obtain my driving record.

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Do you currently posses a valid Virginia driver's license?

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If you answered in the above question that you currently possess a Virginia Driver's License, please provide your License Number.

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Out of State Applicants and/or Applicants who have had a VA driver's license for less than 3 years: Do you agree to provide a copy of your driving record from the state you are currently licensed or have been licensed in when requested?

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Have you ever been convicted of a felony? Please explain and provide the year this occurred.

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Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor? Please explain and provide the year this occurred.

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Have you ever purchased, manufactured, stored, sold, acted as a lookout, delivered, smuggled, sent through the mail, transported another person to illegally buy or sell drugs or unlawfully benefitted in any way from the sale of prescription or illegal drugs? If yes, please explain including dates.

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Are you now, or have you ever been a member of a criminal street gang, or group that furthers or promotes criminal activity? If yes please explain.

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Have you ever been disciplined or punished for any violation related to lying, cheating, stealing, or something else that would bring your integrity into question? If yes, please explain.

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Have you ever been disciplined, suspended, terminated, asked to resign, or received punitive actions at a current or former place of employment? If yes, please explain.

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Primary communication during the hiring process is done through the email address [email protected] or [email protected]. Please check your spam/junk folders on a regular basis in addition to your inbox for communication from the Recruiting office. Do you agree to check your email?

• Yes
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Please provide the last four digits of your Social Security number for verification purposes.

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Do you currently have any bills in collections (exclude debt protected in bankruptcies)? If you do please explain in detail your plan to have these bills paid in full.

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Have you used marijuana in the past 6 months? If so, when was the month and year of last usage?

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In the last 4 years, have you ever unlawfully used any of the following: PCP, Heroin, Cocaine/Crack, Methamphetamine, Ecstasy, LSD, Psilocybin (mushrooms) or Rohypnol/Other Date Rape Drugs?

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This job will require you to pass a drug and alcohol screen, and a thorough background examination, which will include a polygraph and credit investigation. Are you willing to participate in these examinations?

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• No

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Have you ever been convicted of a domestic assault and/or battery offense?

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Have you ever had your drivers license suspended, revoked or refused? Please explain.

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Have you been charged with or convicted of a DUI related offense within the last 3 years?

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You will be required to provide copies of your educational transcripts, birth certificate, DD 214 (if applicable) and DCJS Certification (if applicable). Please have these documents readily available to expedite the hiring process. Do you understand this requirement?

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Have you served in the armed forces?

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If you have served in the Armed Forces and have been discharged, was it dishonorable or for bad conduct? If so please explain in detail.

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Have you ever been under a protective order by the court? If yes, please explain.

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Do you have any visible tattoos on your arms, neck, hands and/or face? If yes, please give location(s) and describe the tattoo(s). (You will be required to provide a photo of these at a later date in the hiring process.)

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I certify that the information provided on this application is truthful and accurate to my knowledge. I understand that any intentional omission of information and dishonestly will eliminate me from further consideration of employment with the Lynchburg Police Department.

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• Required Question