Computer Systems Analyst

Alternate Job Titles: Computer Systems Engineer; Data Processing Methods Analyst

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Job Summary

Conducts studies and analyzes data pertaining to new developments or improvements to a computer system.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collects information on limitations and capabilities of existing system and capabilities required for data processing projects and projected work load.
• Evaluates factors such as number of departments serviced by data processing equipment, reporting formats, volume of transactions, time requirements, and cost constraints, as well as need for security and access restrictions to determine hardware configurations.
• Analyzes information to determine, recommend, and plan layout for type of computers and peripheral equipment, or modifications to existing equipment and system that will provide capability for proposed project or work load, efficient operation, and effective use of allotted space.
• Enters data into computer terminal to store, retrieve, and manipulate data for analysis of system capabilities and requirements.
• Specifies power supply requirements and configuration.
• Recommends purchase of equipment to control dust, temperature, and humidity in area of system installation.
• Trains users to use new or modified equipment.
• Monitors functioning of equipment to ensure system operates in conformance with specifications.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Carries out conduct and leadership responsibilities in accordance with company policies, procedures, safety, and applicable laws.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor or Associate Degree in Computer Science; or three to five years of related computer experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and employees.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Some independent travel is required.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, toxic chemicals, and heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.