What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Systems Architect position at Louisville Metro Government?
The purpose of this position is to coordinate with developers in communicating and identifying information systems architecture, development processes, and methodology for new enhancements and developments. Lead system design activities or reviews system designs to ensure that applications solutions will exhibit high levels of performance, security, scalability, maintainability, appropriate reusability and reliability upon deployment.
This class works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.
Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
Directs work assigned to information systems architecture functions including web design and database administration.
Analyzes, designs, programs, unit tests, mentors developers and ensures work is well documented.
Develops, enhances, troubleshoots, and maintains custom web based applications and web services.
Meets with clients to gather information systems requirements and discuss solution options.
Supports and analyzes current custom applications including performance, diagnosis and troubleshooting of issues, and designs solutions to resolve issues.
Utilizes debugging tools to resolve application issues.
Develops web services according to information system design.
Estimates project timelines and schedules.
Develops custom queries and stored procedures to support data extraction and detailed data analysis.
Works in close coordination with IT team members to ensure efficient operation of the department.
Serves as backup to other technology team members.
Performs related work as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related discipline.
Five (5) years of hands-on application development, maintenance and troubleshooting experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Must submit to fingerprinting for criminal history check.
Must complete the annual security awareness training.
Must work a varied schedule.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
None.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE
Louisville Metro Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Louisville Metro Government to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
STANDARD CLAUSES
May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Louisville Metro Government.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS
It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.
Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.
Desirables:Knowledge of web accessibility standards (WCAG) and ADA compliance.
Familiarity with Content Management software, including custom module development and theming.
Strong command of Linux for server management and deployment.
Proficiency in designing complex IT systems and architectures.
Salary : $79,373
