IT Analyst - Development & Transformation - EAL10694

Vacancy Information

Hourly rate of pay: £17.04 - £18.45

Days and Hours of Work:
Monday - Friday, 09:00-17:00
Flexi time is applicable, and starting and finishing times are flexible.
To start asap.

Are you creative with an analytical mindset? Can you look at a process and visualise a way to improve it? Do you have an understanding of data management?

The Development and Transformation team use a workflow based low-code development platform to design, automate and optimise business processes and digital solutions for our customers.

We are looking for a detail oriented, self-starting individual with excellent communication skills to join us in transforming processes and facilitating the delivery of online services. You will build, iterate and support a portfolio of forms, case management solutions and business processes..

The successful candidate will have knowledge of the software development lifecycle and experience of problem solving. Skills including process mapping, requirements gathering, business analysis and system testing will be advantageous. Training will be provided as required by the post.

This post can be predominantly home based although visits to council sites throughout East Lothian will be required.

Home Working Consideration
Applications for homeworking or hybrid working will be considered for this post, subject to a trial period and in accordance with East Lothian Council’s Home Working and Worksmart Policies which can be found here. Home or Hybrid working options can be discussed with candidates invited for interview. All applicants must live in the UK and will be expected to attend Council offices from time to time as required.

Job Details

To work as a member of the IT Business Services team with a primary focus on the effective use of the development platforms to bring about Council wide digital transformation.

The key areas of responsibility are:
• Working with Service Departments to bring about transformational change using the Council’s development tools.
• Assisting with the support and development of the Council’s MIS estate as required.
• Providing Level 1 IT Support and assisting the support efforts of others.
• Provide professional advice and guidance to enable council wide digital transformation.

The Jobholder will be a proactive individual with excellent customer service with experience of assessing client and service need.

Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.

The ‘East Lothian Way’– values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please refer to the document via the link to familiarise yourself with them.

Job Requirements

Relevant Qualifications
Relevant HNC and/or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills and competencies gained through relevant experience.

Driving Licence
A full current driving licence is desirable for this post.

Disclosure
The preferred candidate for this position may be subject to a Basic Disclosure provided by Disclosure Scotland prior to a formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council.

Please note:
If a Disclosure check is required and you have spent more than 3 months working or living outwith the UK in the last 5 years then you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website.

Additional Information

For additional East Lothian Council employment information please click on the following link:
www.eastlothian.gov.uk/nonteachinginfo

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