Description

Description

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

CHIEF PROGRAMMER/ANALYST - EXCLUDED

Department of Human Resources

Information Services Division

Number of Positions: 1

(Additional vacancies pending budget approval possible)

Starting Salary: $118,128.00

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on 11/13/2025.

Under direction, assists in managing IT systems, including the design, development, installation, operation, and maintenance of hardware, software, and communications networks, as well as manages the maintenance, development, and implementation of computer applications for distributed and centralized processing systems, and performs related duties as required.

Positions assigned to this classification are excluded from bargaining union representation based on supervisory, managerial, or confidential authority requirements within the labor relations act.



ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Supervises the development and modification of new computer, user, and operating systems to meet the information and operational needs of the department
• Directs staff engaged in the review and analysis of business operations and the development of new or enhanced computer systems
• Manages and oversees the preparation of detailed and confidential program documentation for future reference
• Monitors the testing, installation, and implementation of new and existing software and hardware systems (e.g., servers, network devices, web-based applications)
• Serves as a project supervisor, overseeing staff and work operations and assists in assuring the quality, functionality, connectivity, and compatibility of the department's computer software and hardware equipment
• Oversees the modification, governance, and/or maintenance of existing programs and databases to conform to business requirements or systems changes
• Supervises staff by providing technical advice and training to staff and vendors engaged in the development, maintenance, and enhancement of computer systems
• Ensures computer systems developed by contract vendors meet the information, confidentiality, and operational needs of the department
• Leads and collaborates with systems consultants in the development, installation, and modification of computer systems; ensuring it meets the informational and operational needs of the department; and prepares narrative and statistical project status reports.
• Performs systems analysis and design functions for highly complex applications for both centralized and distributed computer systems
• Plans and allocate resources across different departmental initiatives related to information technology
• Troubleshoots and corrects complex software malfunctions
• Advises and trains City staff and other users on the integration of new hardware and software technologies for the implementation of city policies and business operations
• Participates in the review of information technology (IT) specifications detailed in new requests for proposals, contracts and conferences, as required
• Works with enterprise managers to re-design organization operations and apply information technology solutions to identify business needs
• Guides the planning, design, and maintenance of networks to support information systems
• Assists in overseeing the development, enhancement, and installation of Web applications for the City systems, as required

Additional duties may be required for this position

Location: 121 N La Salle Street, RM 1100

Days: Monday - Friday

Hours: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm





THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM CAREER SERVICE







Qualifications

• Nine (9) years of experience in the design and development of computerized systems, OR
• Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate's degree in Computer Sciences, Information Technology/Systems, or a directly related field, plus seven (7) years of experience in the design and development of computerized systems, OR
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Sciences, Information Technology/Systems, or a directly related field, plus five (5) years of experience in the design and development of computerized systems, OR
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree or higher in Computer Sciences, Information Technology/Systems, or a directly related field, plus four (4) years of experience in the design and development of computerized systems

Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:

Master's degree in computer science or a related field, plus four (4) years of experience in software development and/or programming.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.

For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html

For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf

APPLICATION EVALUATION: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. The Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference for applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates. To learn more about our hiring practices click here.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago in an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor