The posting
Employment Type
Full-Time
Experience Level
Associate
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Monthly Salary Range
$7,281- $8,787
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.
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 the following:
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 too.
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:
- Business Application Systems
- Geographic Information Systems
- 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
Please visit www.fresno.gov/jobs to apply. 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. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.
ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis.
It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the junk mail or spam folders. It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders as well.
For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score.
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.
Benefits
UNIT 3 Classification - The Fresno City Employees Association, Inc. (FCEA).
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: Eight (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: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free.
RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other CA public agencies. 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 includes 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
