SQL/Reports Developer

Job Description and Duties

This position is being re-advertised. If you previously applied, your application is being considered and you do not need to re-apply.

Under direction of the Information Systems Branch (ISB) Information Technology Manager II (IT Manager II), the Information Technology Specialist I (ITS I) acts as a project lead on complex applications, and/or complex information technology system problems. Incumbent works independently as a technical specialist performing system programming and analysis related to the development of reports. This position is in the System Engineering domain.

Incumbents in this classification will progress through ranges A, B and C based upon the requirements of the alternate range criteria relating to the classification specifications. As the incumbent progresses beyond Range A, the incumbent will be expected to perform the level of responsibilities associated with the assigned range, in addition to the level of responsibilities in the lower range(s):

Range A – Incumbents in this range develop, maintain, test, and resolve routine report issues. Incumbents analyze and resolve complex data and programming issues with guidance.

Range B – Incumbents in this range complete programming responsibilities with less supervision, and broader knowledge and application of DCA’s business environment, database structure and programming tools. Incumbents develop, maintain, test and resolve complex reporting issues. With guidance, incumbents develop and document design specifications and recommend solutions for complex business requirements. With guidance, incumbents analyze and recommend reporting framework changes. Incumbents may implement reporting framework changes as well if approved by the supervisor.

Range C – Incumbents in this range require minimal supervision and have expert knowledge of DCA’s business environment, database structure and programming tools. Incumbents develop, maintain, test and resolve complex reporting issues. Incumbent work independently with other staff to analyze system requirements and design, develop, test and integrate applications. Incumbents analyze, recommend, and implement reporting framework changes. Incumbents are involved in the administrative work needed for maintaining/upgrading reporting tools/software, client user set up and trainings

In all job functions, employees are responsible for creating an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. Employees are expected to provide all members of the public equitable services and treatment, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and work toward improving outcomes for all Californians.

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Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Title 11, Section 703(d) of the California Code of Regulations requires criminal record checks of all personnel who have access to Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). Pursuant to this requirement, applicants for this position will be required to submit fingerprints to the Department of Justice and be cleared before hiring. In accordance to DCA's (CORI) procedures, clearance shall be maintained while employed in a CORI-designated position. Additionally, the position routinely works with sensitive and confidential issues and/or materials and is expected to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of documents and topics pertaining to individuals or to sensitive program matters at all times.

Conflict of Interest Regulation: This position is subject to Title 16, section 3830 of the California Code of Regulations, the Department of Consumer Affairs’ Conflict of Interest Regulations. The incumbent is required to submit a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) within 30 days of assuming office, annually by April 1st, and within 30 days of leaving office.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Required Technical Knowledge

Experience developing and implementing enterprise-scale reports and dashboards

Experience working with users in a requirements analysis role

Experience with Cognos Analytics product suite (Report Studio, Analysis Studio, Query Studio, etc.) or similar reporting tool

Extensive knowledge of SQL queries

Experience performance tuning queries

Experience with complex data integration issues and structures

Experience programming/scripting and knowledge of software development life cycle

Experience managing multiple priorities, and assessing and adjusting quickly to changing priorities

Experience with logical and physical data modeling concepts (relational and dimensional)

Additional Performance Expectations:

Ability to work cooperatively with others

Ability to work efficiently

Ability to report to work on time

Ability to maintain consistent, regular attendance

Ability to work under multiple deadlines

Ability to look and act in a professional manner

Ability to get along with others

Ability to exhibit courteous behavior towards others at all times

Ability to meet deadlines

Ability to perform tasks with minimal amount of errors

Ability to do completed staff work

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Statement of Qualifications

Information Technology Specialist I – COGNOS Report/SQL Developer SOQ Questions:

Please answer the following questions in a list format. Answers provided here that are not substantiated by Education and Employment History Duties Performed on STD. 678 Employment Application will not be considered. Question 1 can be answered in the format of “A”, “B”, or “C”. Questions 2-7 can be answered in the format of “20 Months at Department of Consumer Affairs”.

1. Please provide your level of Computer Science (CS) or Management Information Systems (MIS) Education:

a. No formal education or certification

b. Some college level courses/certifications but less than a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS or MIS

c. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS or MIS.

2. How many months of professional experience do you have developing/troubleshooting/scheduling reports using IBM COGNOS? Which Employment History entry(s) on your state application will detail this experience?

3. How many months of professional experience do you have developing/troubleshooting/scheduling reports using Microsoft SQL Reports Services (SSRS)? Which Employment History entry(s) on your state application will detail this experience?

4. How many months of professional experience do you have developing/troubleshooting/optimizing Microsoft Transact-SQL (T-SQL) databases, queries, views, joins, indexes, keys, etc? Which Employment History entry(s) on your state application will detail this experience?

5. How many months of professional experience do you have developing/troubleshooting/optimizing Oracle’s Procedural Language for SQL (PL/SQL) databases, queries, views, joins, indexes, keys, etc? Which Employment History entry(s) on your state application will detail this experience?

6. How many months of professional experience do you have gathering requirements for report/software development? Which Employment History entry(s) on your state application will detail this experience?

7. How many months of professional experience do you have as a Business Analyst working with large datasets? Which Employment History entry(s) on your state application will detail this experience?

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  A statement of qualifications is required for this position. Please refer to the Statement of Qualifications Requirement section for instructions.

  Applications received without the SOQ may not be considered for this position. A resume does not replace the SOQ.