Information Systems Coordinator

An Information Systems Coordinator performs administrative, training, and technical systems analysis work in establishing and maintaining a department’s computer information systems, through coordination with the City’s Department of Information Technology (DoIT). An employee in this class is involved with the planning, development, implementation, operation, and when needed, coordination of department-focused information systems, and related electronic data activities including personal computer applications, web-based software, and data communications. Specific duties include: providing hardware and software support within the department; preparing or assisting in the documentation of user requirements and designing new systems; analyzing the technical and financial feasibility of applications; implementing new or revised systems; analyzing work environments to ensure optimum utilization of data processing resources; providing assistance in resolving network and personal computer operational problems; updating staff security records and monitoring system security; developing new programs; making modifications to existing software packages; and developing standards and control procedures for end-users. An Information Systems Coordinator may prepare and monitor a program budget or provide recommendations for the budget regarding computer equipment and systems for a department. A significant component of this classification is making recommendations for short and long-range planning related to automation, future systems, and new technology. This class performs related duties as required.

An Information Systems Coordinator is assigned to a City department and may serve as a liaison to the City’s Department of Information Technology, or report to a position that serves as the primary liaison. Depending on the nature of the assignment, an Information Systems Coordinator may also conduct classroom and individualized training on various systems for departmental users. An Information Systems Coordinator works with considerable independence. Responsibilities may include supervision of clerical, paraprofessional, and/or technical classes. Work is evaluated through conferences, meetings, reports, and results achieved. An employee in this class may be required to be available on a 24-hour basis to cover emergency situations. This class is FLSA exempt-administrative.

Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, Employee Values: All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to uphold and exhibit the City’s shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity.

Minimum Qualifications Required. Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Quantitative Systems, or a related field. Considerable (3 - 5 years) experience in programming or systems analysis, or the design, testing, and implementation of computer-based information systems.

Special Requirements. Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver’s License by hire or promotion date (Water Resources and Solid Waste Assignment).