INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST I

Position/Program Information

Exam Number:
R2590P-R

Type Of Recruitment:
Open Competitive Job Opportunity

We welcome application from anyone!

When to Apply:

We will be accepting online applications on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. (PT) until 5:00 p.m. (PT) only. Applications must be submitted before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, to be accepted.

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We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate in order to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.

The Opportunity

We are pursuing qualified candidates to fill Information Systems Analyst I positions within the County of Los Angeles. The position defines and analyzes requirements and business functions, defines functional system specifications and tests and coordinates the implementation of new application systems and/or revisions to existing systems.

Essential Job Functions

Position Responsibilities

• Assists in eliciting and documenting user requirements for new systems and system enhancements.
• Documents functional and technical requirements following established procedures.
• Completes change management documentation and coordinates approvals under the guidance of a higher level information systems analyst.
• Participates in user interviews, performs workflow analysis, and assists in defining project scope and objectives.
• Assists in the research of commercial software to identify products that might meet departmental requirements; helps analyze and document products' ability to meet user, functional, and technical requirements.
• Under guidance, evaluates impact of solution alternatives, performs cost/benefit analysis, analyzes constraints, and assesses risk to support go/no go and build/buy decision-making.
• Assist in the development of systems design documents, such as feasibility studies, for new applications and/or enhancements.
• Assists in the preparation of detailed specifications, addressing scope and boundaries of the system, data requirements, algorithms, user functions, forms and reports, workflow, interfaces, security, audit trails, and business continuity requirements.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of project plans; assists in coordinating project reporting.
• Assists in the development of test scenarios; under guidance, prepares user acceptance test documentation and collaborates with system users to conduct user acceptance testing.
• Assists in the maintenance and support of existing applications in accordance with systems development methodology.
• Assists in the preparation of technical systems documentation, user manuals and on-line help.
• Assists in the monitoring of systems compliance with established IT policies, procedures, guidelines, plans and standards.
• Assists in the analysis and resolution of application problems.
• Installs software in support of business applications as needed.
• Assists in the preparation of hardware and software specifications for procurement as needed.
• Assists in the monitoring of contractor performance as needed.

For more information, please view the classification specification: Information Systems Analyst I

Requirements

Requirements to Qualify

Option I:

Graduation from an accredited* college or university with a bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field.**

Option II:

One (1) year of experience in information systems analysis and design within the last three (3) years in a centralized*** information technology organization.

No withhold will be allowed for this examination. Required experience must be fully met by the last day of filing and clearly indicated on the application.

Endorsement of County Qualifications

If you performed work that differs from the duties described in your class specification and believe you qualify for this opportunity, please provide verification via official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification within seven (7) calendar days from the last day of filing. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position that regularly performs functions in alignment with the requirement.

License

A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Physical Class

Physical Class II - Light. This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION

*To receive credit for your education, include a copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on standards for educational documents, please visit:

https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf and

https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_Ace_Resource_Guide.pdf

**Closely related fields include the following, but not limited to: Computer Information Systems, Computer Technology, Cyber Security, Information Systems Security, and Management Information Systems.

***Centralized IT organization is defined in the County of Los Angeles as that which is responsible, under the direction or guidance of the Chief Information Technology official (or, at the Sheriff Department, the coordinated executive command structure) for the department or major organizational unit, for providing comprehensive IT services including analysis, design, acquisition, and/or development, implementation, maintenance, or support of information systems; and in which the work performed is in direct relationship to the IT requirements and initiatives of the department or major organizational unit.

Additional Information

Once we have identified that you meet the requirements, an invitation regarding the following assessment processes will be sent.

Examination content

This examination will consist of two (2) parts:

Part I:

This examination will consist of a multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment worth 50% assessing: Systems Analysis, covering the following topics: Fundamental Systems Analysis Skills, Implementation and Support, Systems Analysis Tasks, Systems Design Tasks, and Technical Methods for Specifying Requirements .

Note: Applicant may be invited to participate in both Part I and II. However, only those that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in Part I, will have Part II scored.

Part II:

This examination will consist of a multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment worth 50% assessing: Deductive Reasoning, Professional Potential, Achievement, Coping with Uncertainty, Responsibility, Working to High Quality Standards, Willingness to Learn, Working Relationships, Analyzing Information, Learning Quickly, Generating New Ideas, Using Time Efficiently, and Adapting to Change .

The passing score for each assessment part is 70%.

Exam Review

These assessments fall under Civil Service Rule 7.19, which means you are not able to review the questions or your responses once you have completed the assessment.

Transfer of Test Responses

If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.

Test Preparation

We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.

• Online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en/practice-tests /.
• Various information can be found on our website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/ . The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance."

Eligibility and Vacancy Information

Candidates who passed the assessment are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months. The list of successful candidates created from this exam will be used to fill vacancies throughout the County of Los Angeles as they occur.

Application and Filing Information

We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.

• DCousin@hr.lacounty.gov
• info@governmentjobs.com
• talentcentral@shl.com
• noreply@proctoru.com
• donot-reply@amcatmail.com

New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to govermentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.

Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.

For those who do not have access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's login information may erase a candidate's original application record.

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Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI)

The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

Testing Accommodations

If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.

Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov

Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099

Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077

California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

Department Contact Name: Damian Cousin

Department Contact Phone: (213) 433-3269

Department Contact Email: DCousin@hr.lacounty.gov

For detailed information, please click here

Closing Date/Time: 4/22/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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