Programmer/Analyst III

Job Description

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Position Description

THE POSITION

The City of Fresno is currently recruiting for a dynamic and highly skilled Programmer/Analyst III. Incumbents provide professional Information Technology services through research, analysis, design, development, implementation, training, support, and maintenance.

One (1) vacancy exists in the Information Services Department however, Programmer/Analyst III positions are utilized in various city departments. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period for up to a maximum of two years at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.

THE REQUIREMENTS

These are entrance requirements to the following examination and do not assure a place on the eligible list. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify.

TO QUALIFY, an applicant must have: One (1) year of experience equivalent to that of a Programmer/Analyst II with the City of Fresno; OR Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree with major course work in computer applications and systems, decision science, information management, industrial technology, geography, planning, civil engineering or related field, AND three years of experience which included the preparation of business, Internet or GIS programming and analysis.

Ideal Programming Skills: Web programmers should have expertise in at least one programming language used in web development such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Python, .NET, knowledge of multiple languages is a plus. Knowledge of database management systems such as MySQL or Microsoft SQL is important also.

Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for up to two years of the required education on a year-for-year basis.

If qualifying by education, a copy of transcripts must be uploaded and included in your on-line application for verification of requirement. Applicants lacking the documentation may be rejected.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Driver's License may be required at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver’s license and current copy of their driving record.

Recruitment may be limited to a specific area of expertise as required by operational needs. The specific areas of expertise are listed below:

1. Business Application Systems

2. Geographic Information Systems

3. Internet/Intranet

Eligibles certified for consideration for this position will be required to successfully pass a department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint process prior to employment with the City of Fresno. Selected incumbent(s) will be required to successfully complete a polygraph test and an extensive background investigation prior to appointment.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

The selection process may consist of the following:

APPLICATION REVIEW - Qualifying Only: Applications submitted will be reviewed and a limited number of the most qualified candidates may be invited to the oral examination. The selection will be based upon those applications which demonstrate the greatest breadth and depth of applicable education, experience, skills and training. Therefore, applicants are urged to submit sufficiently detailed information in their application materials for evaluation.

ORAL EXAMINATION - 100%: A panel of subject matter experts will conduct a job-related oral examination to evaluate each candidate's training, experience and personal traits for the position. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.

The oral exam has been tentatively scheduled for the week of: November 16, 2026.

How To Apply

For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call 1-855-524-5627 or email [email protected]. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.

Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application.

For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications.

For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage . If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.

Unit 3

Non- Supervisory White Collar

The Fresno City Employees Association, Inc. (FCEA)

BENEFIT

DESCRIPTION

HEALTH INSURANCE

The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT

IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.

VACATION LEAVE

Accrue 8 - 15 hours per month based on years of service

SICK LEAVE

8 hours per month, available after 90 days.

SUPPLEMENTAL SICK

40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum

HOLIDAYS

Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.

SHORT TERM DISABILITY

Provided through California SDI program

BILINGUAL PREMIUM

PAY: $100 per month

HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT (HRA)

Eligible retirees can use the remaining Sick Leave balance, in excess of 100 hours, at 80% of hourly rate and other qualified leave balances, tax free, to reimburse health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses.

RETIREMENT - City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.

DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits include ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at

https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1

Please note that the benefits package described above is specific to permanent full-time employees. Employees engaged on a part-time, temporary, limited, or other basis may have different entitlements.

Closing Date/Time: 11/3/2026 11:59 PM Pacific