2016/06/28 City Council Resolution 2016-68RESOLUTION NO. 2016-68
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING JOB DESCRIPTION AND SALARY RANGE FOR
INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST, AND CHANGE IN SALARY RANGE FOR
INFORMATION SYSTEMS OPERATIONS MANAGER
WHEREAS, staff has analyzed staffing needs, options and costs and recommends adding
a new Information Systems Analyst position to assume responsibility for the complex technical
management and support functions for the City's network systems and has created a job
description for this position that meets the needs of the City; and
WHEREAS, staff has conducted a salary survey and recommends placement of the
Information Systems Analyst position in existing Rohnert Park Employees' Association (RPEA)
range 89-X of $5,952 - $7,234 per month; and
WHEREAS, in order to maintain internal equity, staff also recommends moving the
Information Systems Operations Manager position from RPEA range 89-X to range 92-X of
$6,246 - $7,592.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Rohnert
Park that it does hereby authorize and approve the Information Systems Analyst job description
and salary range as provided for in Exhibit A, which is attached hereto and incorporated by this
reference; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Information Systems Operations Manager
position is approved at RPEA range 92-X; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that these changes as approved shall be allocated in the FY
2016-17 budget.
DULY AND REGULARLY ADOPTED this 28th day of June, 2016.
ATTEST:
Caitlin Saldanha, Deputy City Clerk
Attachment: Exhibit A
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EXHIBIT "A"
City of Rohnert Park
INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST
(Existing RPEA Range 89-X - $5,952 - $7,234)
DEFINITION
Performs a variety of complex technical management and support functions for City
network systems; researches, analyzes and provides solutions to information systems
problems; coordinates the evaluation, acquisition, installation and maintenance of
hardware and software; provides end-user support to meet the information processing
needs of City program areas; responsible for citywide networks, personal computers,
telephones switches and systems, voicemail, and various administrative applications;
performs other duties as required. The position requires a basic understanding of the 7
layers of the Network OSI reference model with the ability to troubleshoot basic network
issues. The ability to troubleshoot and make repairs with uninterrupted attention until
the systems are 100% back in compliance with production needs is required, as well as
a proven analytical and problem -solving ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks
in a high-pressure, customer service -based environment. Incumbent will also work
closely with Level 1 support on escalated issues.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Information Systems Analyst class has overall responsibility for technical
management and support functions for the City's network systems. Incumbent works
with a great deal of independence and exercises considerable independent judgment in
the performance of these duties. Incumbent will be responsible for overall customer
satisfaction as it relates to their use of PCs, laptops, and other peripherals. This
individual must be very customer -focused and have the ability to resolve technical
issues in a timely and professional manner via phone, email, and, if necessary, in
person. Good verbal and written communication skills are essential. The breadth of
responsibility and complexity of technical problem resolution and related activities
distinguish this class from the Information Systems Technician class.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED
This class receives general supervision from the Information Systems Operations
Manager and may function in a lead capacity within the Information Systems
Department. May serve as Acting Information Systems Operations Manager when
designated to act in the absence of the Information Systems Operations Manager.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
(These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary)
Install and support LANs, WANs, network segments, Internet, and intranet
systems.
Install and support server operating systems, including Windows Active
Directory, VMware, and other systems.
Install and maintain network hardware and software.
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• Analyze and isolate issues.
• Monitor networks to ensure security and availability to specific users.
• Evaluate and modify system's performance.
• Identify user needs.
• Determine network and system requirements.
• Maintain integrity of the network, server deployment, and security.
• Ensure network connectivity throughout a company's LAN/WAN infrastructure is
on par with technical considerations.
• Install and support network management software and other network -related
tools.
• Install and support backup, security, antivirus software, and other security -related
tools.
• Perform network -address assignment.
• Assign routing protocols and routing table configuration.
• Assign configuration of authentication and authorization of directory services.
• Maintain network facilities in individual machines, such as drivers and settings of
personal computers, as well as printers.
• Maintain network servers such as file servers.
• Administer servers, desktop computers, printers, routers, switches, firewalls,
phones, personal digital assistants, smartphones, software deployment, security
updates, and patches.
• May assist IS staff with developing user policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Develops hardware and software specifications and cost proposals.
• Supports telephone systems including voice -mail, local, and long-distance
services, trunks, internal wiring, and switch programming. Maintains system user
instructions.
• Maintains accurate records and system documentation; prepares periodic and
special reports as required.
• Work closely with Information Systems Operations Manager and may act as a
project manager for projects sponsored by other or affecting several
departments.
CITY EMPLOYEES ARE EXPECTED TO:
• Provide outstanding and friendly customer service
• Create and maintain a respectful and collaborative working environment
• Communicate honestly and behave in a manner that is ethical, legal and fiscally
responsible
• Demonstrate care for the organization, customers and co-workers
• Practice and encourage initiative and innovation to improve the workplace
QUALIFICATIONS
Ed ucation/Training/Experience
Sufficient education, training and experience to successfully perform the duties of the
Information Systems Analyst. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is:
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• Possess the equivalent of a Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems,
Computer Science or a closely related field from an accredited college or
university;
• Three to five years of progressively responsible experience in a computer
environment similar to that used by the City, including network design and
administration, database applications, web -based and email -based applications,
networked computers and printers; and
• Relevant work experience may be substituted for education on a year -for -year
basis.
License/Certificate,
• Possession of a Class C California driver's license by date of appointment
• Possession of a certificate in networking technology or systems administration is
highly desirable; examples include current MCSE, CCNA, or equivalent
Special Requirements:
• Per California State Law, smoking is not permitted inside City facilities/vehicles or
within 20 feet of main entrances, exits, and operable windows
Knowledge of:
• Principles and techniques of personal computer and network systems, hardware
and software installation, troubleshooting and maintenance
• Operating principles, methods, practices, options, and limitations of wide range of
computer hardware related to a networked environment
• Principles and methods of systems analysis and application design methods and
techniques, and their application in a municipal government setting
• Uses and limitations of a wide variety of software applications, including word
processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, desktop publishing and e-
mail/calendar
• Basic local and wide area network systems, including topologies and protocols
• Telephone, voicemail, document imaging and networking programs
• Research techniques, resources, methods and procedures
• Cabling practices and techniques; record keeping practices and principles
• Forms and documentation design methodologies
• Methods of instruction specifically regarding technical concepts and
hardware/software usage
• Principles and practices of project management
Ability to:
• Install, configure, test and maintain a variety of computer systems and network
software, hardware and peripheral equipment
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• Analyze information systems needs and problems and develop new or modifying
applications to meet such needs
• Analyze hardware and software acquisition requirements, evaluate available
alternatives, including their fiscal impacts, and recommend cost effective
solutions
• Effectively troubleshoot complex hardware and software problems to resolution
• Explain technical concepts to non-technical users and instruct others in the use
of hardware and software applications
• Prepare clear and concise documentation, user procedures and report of work
performed
• Use initiative and independent judgment within established policy guidelines
• Work independently with minimal direction
• Maintain confidentiality of information
• Learn and support new software and hardware in a demanding multi -tasking
environment
• Read and comprehend computer hardware and software documentation to solve
technical problems
• Interact effectively with those contacted in the course of work
Workinq Conditions
The Information Systems Analyst works primarily indoors in an office environment. Field
assignments require the incumbent to drive to and from office buildings to install,
maintain, and/or repair equipment. Incumbent communicates orally face-to-face, or uses
the telephone, and, in writing, using a keyboard. When working in the office, the
incumbent will sit for several hours at a time using a keyboard and video display. When
installing equipment and/or making equipment repairs, the incumbent will use common
hand tools such as a screwdriver, wire cutters and pliers. The incumbent must be able
to discriminate among and match colors when installing cables and when adjusting
colors on monitors. Equipment installation also involves working with arms above
shoulder level, bending and stooping repeatedly or continually over time, and
performing installation work in small, cramped closets, under desks, behind cabinets
and while sitting on the floor. The incumbent will lift and move monitors, printers,
servers, and other equipment weighing up to 40 pounds short and long distances
without assistance.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Unit: Rohnert Park Employees' Association (RPEA)
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