Principal IT Analyst (Systems, Applications, or Operations Division) •Revised •

Salary : $130,873.68 - $159,120.00 Annually

Location : Ontario, CA

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 083023 Princ IT Analyst

Department : Information Technology

Opening Date : 08 / 31 / 2023

Closing Date : Continuous

FLSA : Exempt

Bargaining Unit : AOME

The Position

Principal IT Analyst

REVISED 12 / 19 / 24 : The compensation was changed to reflect the current salary range.

Do you enjoy supporting software applications, database administration, network administration and geographic information systems? Are you interested in gaining valuable experience to expand and develop in the field of Information Technology? Are you interested in working with the fastest growing City in the Inland Empire?

If so, the City of Ontario has the perfect position for you!

The Information Technology Agency INVITES YOU to apply

to join the team as a Principal IT Analyst.

The Principal IT Analyst is assigned to one of the three divisions (Systems, Applications, Operations) based on background and experience. Candidates have the option to select which division they would like to be considered for. The current opportunity is in the Applications Division.

Please click on the link below to take a look at the Job Brochure for Principal IT Analyst and learn more about the position for each division, the benefits, & the City of Ontario!

Please note the following procedures will apply to this recruitment :

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply early as this recruitment may close at any time without notice.

This recruitment will result in an eligibility list, which may be used to fill future vacancies within all three (3) IT Divisions as they become available.

• The Eligibility List will consist of both internal and external applicants who meet the qualifications and successfully complete any required selection processes.
• Hiring departments will have the option to consider internal applicants on the Eligibility List prior to considering all candidates on the Eligibility List.

Examples of Essential Functions

The essential functions typically performed by the Principal IT Analyst include the following :

Qualification Guidelines

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field. Additional related experience may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.

Proof of successful completion of a bachelor's degree must be provided by way of attachment to your online application or as an email attachment sent to the Hiring Agency Representative at, or before, time of the reference check process. Acceptable forms of proof include Unofficial Transcripts, Official Transcripts, Photos and / or Photocopies of Institutional Degree / Certifications.

NOTE : Failure to provide the required documentation at, or before, time of the reference check process will result in disqualification.

Experience

Five years of experience supporting enterprise information systems, including two years of project lead or supervisory level experience in the direction and coordination of complex projects.

License

Valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment.

Special Requirements

Ability to work weekends, evenings and holidays as assigned.

Desirables

Supplemental Information

IMPORTANT INFORMATION- Please read thoroughly

BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS

As part of their duties, Systems Analyst's may be assigned to work in the Ontario Police Department facilities or will have access to Police Department information systems. As a result, employment in this position is subject to the satisfactory completion of a background investigation conducted by the Ontario Police Department. This background investigation will include the passing of a polygraph test. Candidates may be disqualified from further consideration during the background investigation for a variety of reasons including but not limited to : an excessive number of traffic citations and / or collisions; arrests and / or convictions; a history of illegal substance abuse; poor credit history (factors include bankruptcy, foreclosures, liens, repossessions, and recency); or thefts from a previous employer. For clarification of any of the above disqualifying reasons, please call Police Department Background Unit at (909) 395-2820. The following list describes some areas that are covered in the background investigation :

Additionally, Principal IT Analyst's may be assigned to work at the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA) and must possess the ability to pass all background / reference checks, knowledge examinations, as well as aptitude tests necessary to obtain and maintain a security badge to access secured areas of the Ontario International Airport. Applicants must pass a Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) and Security Threat Assessment (STA) prior to receiving a security badge.

How to Apply

Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time applying for a position using governmentjobs.com, you will be prompted to create a new user account, otherwise log in with your user name and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position. It is suggested that your application include the following :

A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected.

NOTE : Transcripts from colleges, universities or technical schools outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report will result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.

All appointments to this position are required to provide proof of completion of the listed education requirements. Acceptable forms of proof include Unofficial Transcripts, Official Transcripts, Photos and / or Photocopies of Institutional Degrees / Certifications. This must be provided by way of attachment to your online application or as an email attachment sent to the Hiring Agency Representative conducting the reference check. Failure to provide the required documentation at, or before, time of the reference check process will result in disqualification

If you require clarification on this requirement, please call the City of Ontario Recruitment Team at (909) 395-2035.

Supplemental Questions

To complete your application for this position, you will be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. This information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed.

Incomplete responses, false statements, omission, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application.

Please provide succinct, concise, descriptive, and detailed information for each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.

Email Notices

Email is the primary way that Human Resources or the hiring agency / department will communicate with you. Please check your email account (including the SPAM folder) on a regular basis for any emails related to the application or selection process. Emails from the City of Ontario will come from "@ontarioca.gov" or "governmentjobs.com." If you change your email address after submitting your application, please visit governmentjobs.com and update your profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any additional questions regarding the application process, please refer to our page.

Completed applications will be reviewed and only qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

The City of Ontario values the health and wellness of our employees and their families. We understand benefits are an important part of your total compensation and we take pride in offering a comprehensive benefit package. Please check out our excellent benefit packages here

Employees in this classification are represented by the Ontario Association of Management Employees (AOME). For a list of benefits for AOME employees please click here

INSTRUCTIONS : The information on your application and the following supplemental questionnaire will be used in the evaluation of your qualifications. Detailed responses should be provided in order to ensure that your qualifications are properly considered. If the item does not apply, please enter N / A. By continuing you are certifying that all information provided in the supplemental questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge.

Background Check Requirement This position may be assigned to work at Ontario Police Department facilities. As a result, employment in this assignment is subject to the successful completion of an in-depth background investigation conducted by the Ontario Police Department and will include the passing of a physical examination including a drug screening. The background investigation is a rigorous process which often takes several months to complete. A typical background investigation includes but is not limited to : background interviews with individuals designated by the Ontario Police Department (this may include current and former co-workers, friends, relatives and neighbors, or any other relevant individual), criminal background check, credit check, and a polygraph examination. Candidates may be disqualified from further consideration during the background investigation for a variety of reasons including if they have : an excessive number of traffic citations and / or collisions; arrests and / or convictions; a history of illegal substance abuse; poor credit history (factors include bankruptcy, foreclosures, liens, repossessions, and recency); or thefts from a previous employer. For clarification of any of the above disqualifying reasons, please call Police Department Background Unit at (909) 408-1820.Please indicate that you have read the statement above by selecting "Yes."

All appointments to this position are required to provide proof of completion of the listed education requirements. Acceptable forms of proof include Unofficial Transcripts, Official Transcripts, Photos and / or Photocopies of Institutional Degrees / Certifications. This must be provided by way of attachment to your online application or as an email attachment sent to the Hiring Agency Representative conducting the reference check. Failure to provide the required documentation at, or before, time of the reference check process will result in disqualification If you require clarification on this requirement, please call the City of Ontario Recruitment Team at (909) 395-2035.Please indicate that you have read the statement above by selecting "Yes."

Which of the following best describes your highest related level of education?

If you have selected "Some College Coursework, No Degree Received" or "degree and additional coursework" in the above question, how many credit hours have you completed? Select the Quarter / Semester hours that best describe your completed coursework. If you did not, select N / A.

Please select the years of experience you have supporting enterprise information systems.

Please select the years of project lead or supervisory level experience you have in the direction and coordination of complex projects.

Please describe your experience supporting enterprise information systems, including two years of project lead or supervisory level experience in the direction and coordination of complex projects. Employer(s) where you obtained this experience must be included in the "Work Experience" section of the application to be considered qualifying. If you have no experience in this area, please indicate "No experience."

Please describe your experience managing and administering modern Cloud SAAS systems such as Microsoft Office365, Workday HCM and Finance (full suite).

Please describe your experience managing the support and maintenance of on-premises Microsoft Windows-based systems such as Accela.

Please describe your experience managing, implementing, and supporting the ServiceNow platform for Portfolio Management, Project Management and Performance Analytics.

Please list all certification(s) you possess that are related to project management, information technology, systems, network, or programming.

Based on your experience and certification(s), which department would you like to be considered for?

Required Question