Programmer Analyst I/II/III
Apply NowCompany: Modesto Irrigation District
Location: Modesto, CA 95355
Description:
Salary : $86,028.80 - $130,894.40 Annually
Location : Modesto, CA
Job Type: Full Time Regular
Job Number: 40-2025-02
Department: IT Applications Support
Division: Information Technology
Opening Date: 03/31/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
The Modesto Irrigation District is currently recruiting to fill one full-time regular position in the IT Applications Support Department, Information Technology Division, to analyze, design, develop, test, and maintain solutions and enterprise applications including Customer Information Systems, Meter Data Management Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Financial and Human Resource Information Systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Advanced Meter Infrastructure (AMI).
Perform configuration of the control system/SCADA databases and construction (linking) of the real time single lines and overview displays used for controlling, monitoring and maintaining the electric grid. Perform analysis and provide recommendations to address database and display issues as they relate to the operation. Work with the maintenance team to implement tools and utilities in order to enhance and automate the generation of databases, displays, real time calculations and configuration of devices. Write code in the c programming language to fill in gaps of functionality not provided by current SCADA-EMS system.
The position will be filled at the appropriate level (Programmer Analyst I, Programmer Analyst II or Programmer Analyst III) based on the qualifications of the successful candidate.
Any Qualified Individual May Apply. Programmer I/II are non-exempt and Programmer III is an exempt position and part of the IBEW Administrative, Technical, and Clerical Bargaining Unit. The list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill other Programmer Analyst I/II/III vacancies that may occur within the District through March 31, 2026.
Examples of Duties
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
PROGRAMMER ANALYST I:
Other duties as assigned
Typical Qualifications
Any combination of education, experience, knowledge and abilities may satisfy the necessary minimum qualifications. A typical way to obtain the education, experience, knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent. Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a major in Computer Science, Engineering or Mathematics or closely related field.
Experience:
Knowledge and Abilities:
PROGRAMMER ANALYST II:
PROGRAMMER ANALYST III:
Progression for each level of Programmer Analyst will be based on proficiency in categories defined in the Information Technology Skill Comparison for Programmer Analysts Matrix.
Supplemental Information
Qualified applicants must submit a completed District application. APPLY IMMEDIATELY. Application screening will begin on or after April 29, 2025. Applications received after this date are not guaranteed consideration.
Applications will be reviewed on a comparative basis and only those most qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process which will consist of an overall assessment of the individual's skills through (1) oral interview; (2) review of personnel file and contacting of references to include current and former supervisors. The applicant must perform successfully in each phase of the recruitment in order to continue in the selection process.
Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact Human Resources at (209) 526-7341. California Relay Service is available at (800) 735-3933 voice and (800) 735-2929 TDD.
The Modesto Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED AND APPLICABLE HIGHER EDUCATION DEGREE AND A COMPLETE BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO BEGINNING WORK.
INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
For a complete list of MID Benefits, please refer to the following:
01
What is your highest level of education completed?
02
How many years of experience do you have supporting, configuring, and writing programs in SCADA-EMS systems for and electric utility?
03
How many years experience do you have developing code in C?
04
Rate your level of knowledge as it pertains to NERC regulations.
Required Question
Location : Modesto, CA
Job Type: Full Time Regular
Job Number: 40-2025-02
Department: IT Applications Support
Division: Information Technology
Opening Date: 03/31/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
The Modesto Irrigation District is currently recruiting to fill one full-time regular position in the IT Applications Support Department, Information Technology Division, to analyze, design, develop, test, and maintain solutions and enterprise applications including Customer Information Systems, Meter Data Management Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Financial and Human Resource Information Systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Advanced Meter Infrastructure (AMI).
Perform configuration of the control system/SCADA databases and construction (linking) of the real time single lines and overview displays used for controlling, monitoring and maintaining the electric grid. Perform analysis and provide recommendations to address database and display issues as they relate to the operation. Work with the maintenance team to implement tools and utilities in order to enhance and automate the generation of databases, displays, real time calculations and configuration of devices. Write code in the c programming language to fill in gaps of functionality not provided by current SCADA-EMS system.
The position will be filled at the appropriate level (Programmer Analyst I, Programmer Analyst II or Programmer Analyst III) based on the qualifications of the successful candidate.
Any Qualified Individual May Apply. Programmer I/II are non-exempt and Programmer III is an exempt position and part of the IBEW Administrative, Technical, and Clerical Bargaining Unit. The list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill other Programmer Analyst I/II/III vacancies that may occur within the District through March 31, 2026.
Examples of Duties
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
PROGRAMMER ANALYST I:
- Perform single activities in support of information technologies, which may include assisting in developing, designing, modifying and maintaining software for applications.
- Activities may apply to applications software in support of administrative information systems, communications systems and desktop personal systems including software in support of voice, data and/or video technologies or infrastructures.
- In addition to duties described in Programmer Analyst I, perform multiple activities in support of information technologies, which may include assisting in developing, designing, modifying and maintaining software for applications.
- In addition to duties described in Programmer Analyst II, perform simultaneous activities in support of information technologies. This includes developing, designing, modifying and maintaining software for moderately complex applications having multiple components or interrelationships with other software.
Other duties as assigned
Typical Qualifications
Any combination of education, experience, knowledge and abilities may satisfy the necessary minimum qualifications. A typical way to obtain the education, experience, knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent. Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a major in Computer Science, Engineering or Mathematics or closely related field.
Experience:
- Program Analyst I: None
- Program Analyst II: Three (3) years of related programming/analysis experience.
- Program Analyst III: Five (5) years of related programming/analysis experience.
Knowledge and Abilities:
- Knowledge of programming languages and environments utilizing structured techniques; system analysis, statistical methods, principles and techniques of programming and applicable programming software.
- Ability to create, adapt, integrate and deploy software to solve problems and enable new opportunities; update, modify, test and repair existing software to ensure continued utility; identify, test and monitor how problems affect function and performance; adapt, combine and improve existing products, processes and programs; contribute to and influence decisions regarding division policies and procedures.
PROGRAMMER ANALYST II:
- In addition to the knowledge and abilities described above, ability to help develop innovative solutions when appropriate.
PROGRAMMER ANALYST III:
- In addition to the knowledge and abilities described above, ability to propose and implement solutions as appropriate. assist management in organizational planning.
Progression for each level of Programmer Analyst will be based on proficiency in categories defined in the Information Technology Skill Comparison for Programmer Analysts Matrix.
Supplemental Information
Qualified applicants must submit a completed District application. APPLY IMMEDIATELY. Application screening will begin on or after April 29, 2025. Applications received after this date are not guaranteed consideration.
Applications will be reviewed on a comparative basis and only those most qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process which will consist of an overall assessment of the individual's skills through (1) oral interview; (2) review of personnel file and contacting of references to include current and former supervisors. The applicant must perform successfully in each phase of the recruitment in order to continue in the selection process.
Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact Human Resources at (209) 526-7341. California Relay Service is available at (800) 735-3933 voice and (800) 735-2929 TDD.
The Modesto Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED AND APPLICABLE HIGHER EDUCATION DEGREE AND A COMPLETE BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO BEGINNING WORK.
INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
For a complete list of MID Benefits, please refer to the following:
01
What is your highest level of education completed?
- High School or Equivalent
- Some College
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or Higher
02
How many years of experience do you have supporting, configuring, and writing programs in SCADA-EMS systems for and electric utility?
- No experience
- 1-2 years
- 3-5 years
- 6 or more years
03
How many years experience do you have developing code in C?
- None
- 1-2 years
- 3-4 years
- 5 or more years
04
Rate your level of knowledge as it pertains to NERC regulations.
- None
- Awareness
- Knowledgeable
- Expert
Required Question