HomeMy WebLinkAboutSolutions ArchitectUpdated: March 2024
CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION
Posi�on Title: Solu�ons Architect
Department: Finance
Division: Informa�on Technology Services
Supervisor: Informa�on Technology Services Coordinator
FLSA: Exempt
Civil Service: Yes
Pay Grade: 28
Job Number: 2801
Job Summary
Analyzes business needs, then designs, develops, and implements solu�ons. Develops and
maintains systems management programs and documenta�on. Streamline business technology
processes and eliminate inefficiencies. Monitors system performance and usage to determine
future enhancement with the goal of maintaining industry determined best prac�ce.
Essen�al Job Du�es and Responsibili�es
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive
or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Iden�fies business needs and areas of inefficiency to propose solu�ons.
• Architects project requirements addressing business needs, produces complete project
scope of work with milestones and determines resources required.
• Designs solu�ons including revising exis�ng programs as well as developing new;
inves�gates and resolves bugs/changes; schedules and leads mee�ngs; sets and meets
project deadlines.
• Writes, tests and debugs coding for new and exis�ng system applica�on programs,
monitors for security.
• Ensures the produced solu�on follows industry best prac�ce, addresses the current
business need and future enhancement.
• Schedules and coordinates solu�on design walkthroughs with support staff before
proceeding to the deployment phase.
• Manages all ASP.NET, VB.NET, and C# applica�ons residing on, or interfacing with,
Microso� SQL, IIS, and Sharepoint servers.
• Advises and responds to user applica�on maintenance and support needs.
• Designs, develops and maintains interface applica�ons, reports, and data integra�on.
• Func�ons as project manager for ITS so�ware and development projects.
• Serves as liaison between vendors, business leaders, and City staff when required.
• Develops and maintains project documenta�on including providing user instruc�ons and
procedures and technical informa�on for support staff.
• Develops and presents training programs for users.
• Performs on call rota�on for ITS, answering ques�ons for a 24/7 desktop support help
line.
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• Works with and protects sensi�ve informa�on rela�ng to various applica�ons and
projects within the City.
• Develops and manages Agile and Team Founda�on Services.
• Ensures all interac�ons and du�es are properly tracked and documented.
• Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the
workplace and community.
• Performs all other related du�es as assigned.
Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educa�onal ins�tu�on and six years of related
experience; or ten years of related experience and/or equivalent combina�on of
educa�on and experience. Degree and/or experience in Computer Programming.
• Valid State of Iowa driver’s license with sa�sfactory driving record. Must be 18 years of
age. Must pass criminal background check.
Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educa�onal ins�tu�on and eight years of related
experience; or twelve years of related experience and/or equivalent combina�on of
educa�on and experience. Experience with Visual Studio.Net development pla�orm,
developing applica�ons in VB.NET and ASP.NET technologies, programming C#,
PowerShell, SQL, Visual Basic and experience with Microso� SQL Server environment.
• Microsoft Certified in Systems Administration.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abili�es
• Ability to analyze complex informa�on service business needs, document requirements,
and present recommenda�ons with impact statements.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as propor�ons, percentages, area, and
circumference.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to effec�vely present informa�on to top management, employee groups, and
public groups.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instruc�ons furnished in writen, oral, diagram or
schedule form.
• Ability to organize and lead mul�ple staff members during various projects.
• Ability to read and understand technical materials, reports and journals.
• Ability to reliably and predictably carry out du�es.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory
agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to write reports that conform to prescribed style and format.
• Knowledge of and skills of informa�on systems, opera�ng systems, and programming.
• Skill and knowledge using so�ware and programming languages C#, PowerShell, Visual
Basic, Access and SQL server.
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• Skill in using computers and applicable so�ware applica�ons (Microso� Office – Word ,
Excel, Outlook) Adobe, McAfee An�-virus and other relevant so�ware.
Supervision
No supervision of direct reports.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The
employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands
and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or
crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities
required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and
ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
duties and responsibilities.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Duties are generally performed in
an office setting with a controlled environment. While performing the duties of this job, the
employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. The job requires
sitting for extended periods of time and the work may expose the employee to unpleasant
social situations and significant work pace pressure.
Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential
accommodations with the employer.
Reviewed/Approved by: Nicole Davies, Finance Director (4/2024)
Updated: March 2024
I have read and understand the duties and requirements of this job description, and I
agree that I can perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable
accommodation.
Employee Date
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