Programmer Analyst
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Programmer Analyst designs and develops new software and modifies existing software. Incumbent is primarily responsible for writing code and meeting with end users to analyze their needs and to implement software solutions. This position is assigned to the Information Technology Team and reports to the Director of Information Technology.
DUTIES:
• Confer with staff and end users to design or modify software applications/scripts.
• Write code to specifications utilizing test-driven methodologies in a variety of languages and frameworks, including JavaScript, Perl, PHP, web services, SQL, and .Net.
• Maintain code repositories.
• Create and maintain documentation that can be used to support developed application. Documentation may include, for example, information regarding design, architecture, and contacts.
• Recommend work process improvement and provide end user support for applications by serving as a liaison
between peers and end users.
• Perform regression testing when necessary. For example, when new versions of court record systems (i.e., CM/ECF) are scheduled for release.
• Modify existing code to correct errors, anticipate changes in environment(s), or to improve performance.
• Develop custom reports.
• May assist with training.
• Perform general IT support services during the absence of other IT staff and other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE:
The starting salary is dependent upon experience and qualifications. (Two years of progressively responsible, specialized work experience are required, including at least one-year equivalent to work at the CL-27 level.)
Qualifications and skills
• Strong analytical skills, creativity, and knowledge of applicable programming languages, databases, and application design;
• Knowledge of computer systems and networks;
• Skill in writing computer programs for various purposes, including skill in writing program documentation;
• Hands-on troubleshooting ability to support related software including Windows Operating Systems, Microsoft Office and similar applications;
• Ability to make decisions within the context of professional standards, broad policies, or general goals;
• Ability to resolve problems, questions, or situations based on advanced and thorough knowledge and experience with court policies, practices, and guidelines.
Court Preferred Qualifications:
In addition to the minimum qualifications stated above, preference will be given to applicants who are able to demonstrate:
• Knowledge of and experience with the court’s case management (CM/ECF)system;
• Experience with configuring and customizing SharePoint systems according to organizational specifications;
• Additional years of specialized/highly technical work experience in the federal judiciary, beyond the minimum two years required;
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in computer science, information systems, or related field is preferred.
BENEFITS:
Judiciary employees serve under excepted appointment (not civil service). The Federal benefit package includes:
● Ten paid federal holidays
● Paid annual and sick leave
● Retirement benefits under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS-FRAE)
● Tax deferred retirement savings and investment plan under Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with
employer matching contributions
● Health benefits under the Federal Employees Health Benefit Program (FEHB)
● Dental and Vision benefits under the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Program (FEDVIP)
● Life insurance benefits under the Federal Employees Group Life Insurance Program (FEGLI)
● Flexible Benefits Program for Health Care Reimbursement and Dependent Care Reimbursement
● Federal Long-Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP)
● Flex Lite Program
● Telework Program
● Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Employees must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.
Employees are required to adhere to a Code of Ethics and Conduct for Judicial Employees, which is available to applicants to review upon request.
Employees of the United States District Court are Excepted Service Appointments, and as such are at-will and can be terminated with or without cause by the Court.
The position is classified as a highly sensitive position within the federal judiciary. The successful candidate for this position will undergo a FBI Background Check and retention will depend upon a favorable suitability determination from this background check. Employment will be considered provisional pending the successful completion of a ten-year, full field Office of Personnel Management background investigation. The incumbent will be subject to updated background investigations every five years.
The Federal Financial Management Reform Act requires employees direct deposit their federal wages.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Qualified applicants should submit one PDF. application package, including a cover letter explaining how their experience relates to the position requirements, a resume detailing all relevant experience, education and skills, and a completed Application for Judicial Branch Employment (Form AO 78) available on the court’s website (www.waed.uscourts.gov) Please submit applications to: hr@waed.uscourts.gov
If your application packet does not include all information requested, you may lose consideration for this position. Only applicants selected to proceed to the next phase of the selection process will be notified. Unsuccessful applicants will not receive notice.
Applicants selected for interviews must travel at their own expense. Reimbursement for travel and/or relocation is not available.
The U.S. District Court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement or to withdraw the job announcement without prior notice.
Excellence in Court Administration, and Optimal Service to the Public, Court and Bar.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.