JOB
Important Notice: This position requires full-time, in-person work at our District Headquarters in Mather, CA and is not eligible for remote or hybrid work arrangements. Candidates must be available to work onsite and participate in an in-person interview as part of the selection process. Applicants who are unable to meet these requirements may not be considered. Tentative in-person interviews are scheduled for April 29th and 30th and the position is expected to start mid-July 2026.COMPENSATION & BENEFITSCompetitive Salary with Multiple Incentive OpportunitiesWe offer a highly competitive salary structure with additional incentives for education, continuing education, and long-term service.Base Salary Range$103,696 – $125,862 annually (based on step placement)Maximum Earning PotentialWith education and continuing education incentives: $119,769 – $145,370 annuallyHourly Pay StructureStepBase RateEducation Incentive (up to 10.5%)CE Incentive (5%)Max Hourly (Education + CE)Step 1$49.85$5.23$2.49$57.58Step 2$52.32$5.49$2.62$60.43Step 3$54.92$5.77$2.75$63.43Step 4$57.65$6.05$2.88$66.59Step 5$60.51$6.35$3.03$69.89Additional Pay IncentivesLongevity Pay2% starting at 10 years of serviceGradually increases up to the max of 12% at 25 yearsRETIREMENT PENSIONEnjoy long-term financial security with a generous, employer-sponsored retirement plan through CalPERS. This defined benefit pension provides a reliable lifetime income based on your years of service and final compensation—helping you plan confidently for the future.Benefit formulas for this position include: Classic Miscellaneous: 3% @ 60Classic PEPRA: 2% @ 62Your retirement benefit is calculated using a set percentage of your salary multiplied by your years of service, rewarding your commitment and longevity. Eligibility and formula placement are determined by CalPERS based on your membership status.With predictable monthly income in retirement and built-in stability, this pension plan is a valuable part of your total compensation package.OUTSTANDING HEALTH BENEFITSEmployees are eligible immediately upon hire for medical, dental, and vision coverage.Medical Insurance (CalPERS)Health plans offered through CalPERSThe District pays 92% of the premiumEmployee pays only 8%, up to the District maximum contributionExample: Family health plan premium: $3,474.35/monthEmployee pays only $277.95/monthDental & VisionDistrict-paid dental and vision coverageOptional enhanced dental plan available for about $16/monthGENEROUS PAID LEAVEOur leave package provides significant time off to support work-life balance.Paid Time Off (PTO)12.43 hours per monthEquivalent to 3 weeks per yearIncreases over time to up to ~6 weeks per yearAdditional Paid Leave12 paid holidays annually80 hours Administrative Leave each year17.22 hours Sick Leave per monthParental Leave6 weeks of paid Childbirth Disability Leave following the birth of a child during the disability periodLIFE INSURANCE$20,000 coverage during the first probationary year$100,000 coverage after the probationary periodUnder general direction of the Director of Information Technology, the Business Applications Analyst manages and supports various software applications with an emphasis in Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications. Identifies specific user requirements and recommends appropriate applications or modifications, provides project management and technical guidance for software implementation and maintenance.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position; it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.Regular and reliable attendance is a requirement of the job. Conduct business analysis, evaluate business processes, determine business needs, and identify requirements for business applications.Assist departments in defining requirements for proposed business applications, reviewing, analyzing and evaluating business applications and user needs, and translating business objectives into application requirements.Research, plan, install, configure and test new application systems and interfaces. Maintain and upgrade existing application systems and interfaces, apply software updates to applications and schedule periodic maintenance outages. Track functional upgrades in new releases of software; inform users of maintenance windows, educate users regarding process changes and implement new functionality upon request.Test interfaces and customizations after quarterly Oracle Fusion Cloud updates have been applied.Set up and maintain application-level security; develop and administer security definitions and profiles.Configure, maintain, and support custom programming within applications.Manage application lifecycle and understand application’s roadmap. Prepare and maintain user documentation for various applications.Prepare, review and analyze reports. Work closely with divisions to analyze and evaluate present or proposed business procedures or problems to define enterprise application needs. Communicate application problems and issues to end users.Provide and/or ensure follow up on trouble calls and tickets. Correspond with or meet with staff and vendors as needed to understand and resolve concerns.Research and analyze information, anticipate and recognize problems and opportunities, creatively develop possible solutions, evaluate alternatives and determine best course of action.Design and develop solution testing plans, strategies and quality management tools to ensure appropriate results prior to final implementation. Review solution defects and makes strategy adjustments as needed, plan implementation timeline. Serve as a liaison between end users, the Information Technology division, 3rd party support and vendors. Develop and participate in the development of Request for Proposal, Quote, or Information. Participate in the selection and assist with the oversight of consultants and vendors.Provide project management, develop project plans and detailed project objectives, develop and guide project timelines, assess and manage risks, manage issues, assist with project budgets. Coordinate implementation of the system software, including conversion of data to new systems.Perform installation and configuration duties and related data migration, conversion, and maintenance and extraction work, implement and maintain databases, database tables and database objects, develop database scripts as needed for assigned systems.Perform configuration, testing and troubleshooting for interfaces that support assigned systems.Monitor automated system processes, monitor logs and files for evidence of problems or application failures, ensure business resumption after application failures.Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Physical RequirementsMaintain physical ability and stamina to meet position tasks and responsibilities. Physical abilities must commensurate with the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position.No person shall pose a threat to themselves or to the health and safety of other individuals in the work place, or to the public they serve.License Possession of and ability to maintain a current valid California Driver’s License, Class C, is a condition of employment.Application ProcedureApplications must be completed online and paper applications will not be accepted. Interested applicants must apply online at the District's website, https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/smfd. If you are unable to access the internet, computers will be available at 10545 Armstrong Avenue, Suite 200, Mather, CA 95655, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM. You can also visit your local library for free internet access.Online Applications: Answer all questions and furnish all information requested on the application. Although a resume may be submitted along with your application, it will not be accepted as a substitute for any of the required application documents or question responses. In summary, do not write "see resume" in lieu of answering any question. Incomplete applications will be automatically disqualified. No exceptions.Application Deadline: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 by 4:00pmSelection Process: Application results and all correspondence will be e-mailed so please provide a valid e-mail address on the online application.Background Investigation: Candidates offered formal employment must be successful in all examination phases, including passing the District's background investigation to include a criminal history check, DMV verification, credit history review, physical examination, and a drug screening.THE SACRAMENTO METROPOLITAN FIRE DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
