Information Systems Programmer I

Information Systems Programmer I - Service Desk Analyst Department: Winnipeg Police Service Designated Work Location: 245 Smith Street, On Site Position Type: Permanent, Full Time Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:00 Salary: $2,986.87 to $3,800.13 bi-weekly Employee Group: Winnipeg Police Association (WPA) Posting No: Closing Date: Friday, January 16th, 2026 Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers. Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits. We take pride in fostering a diverse, safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential. Flexible work arrangements, which may include flexible hours, remote work, or a hybrid of remote work may be available; subject to review and approval. Please note that Employees who are approved to work remotely are responsible for and must demonstrate that they are available to return to their Designated Work Location and/or other work location to attend meetings or attend other tasks that occur in person. The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self-declare. Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process. Preference to internal applicants may be applied. Job Profile Under the general direction of the IT Manager – Operations, the Service Desk Analyst (SDA) provides Incident and Problem Management services within the support model provided within the ITSD Service Portfolio. Responsibilities include basic to intermediate levels of support for WPS members and other authorized personnel seeking assistance on WPS-related systems, applications, infrastructure and computer environment by delivering technical support services and/or escalating tasks to other specific technical staff as required. The SDA investigates and collects information, coordinates resolutions and performs recovery actions for assigned Incidents and Problems. The SDA performs Incident and Service Request Management tasks including detection and recording, prioritization, classification, investigation and diagnosis, incident closure, incident ownership, monitoring, tracking and communication, and, where possible, resolution and recovery of IT-related WPS incidents and events involving WPS members and configuration items (hardware and software). As a member of the ITSD team, the SDA performs Problem and Configuration Management tasks providing operational solutions to meet business needs. Further, as required, the SDA assists with the Problem Management process with prioritization, investigation and diagnosis, creating and documenting workarounds and Known Error records. Working with the Service Desk, the SDA provides support and assistance to ITSD Configuration, Incident and Problem Management processes including regular maintenance of the Configuration Management Database (CMDB). Other responsibilities include maintaining the assigned content of ITSD support documentation, and keeping inventory of WPS computer-based assets as assigned. This position will act as a back-up to the Service Desk Technician, participating in front-line support as resource limitations require. In order to fulfill WPS technology acquisition requirements, the SDA will participate in the purchasing process for client system based equipment, tools and software that are predetermined by technical staff within ITSD or Communication Systems Branch and follow approval processes as established. As a Service Desk Analyst You Will Analyze and respond, up to a second level of technical support, to IT events that are captured at the Service Desk or through monitoring. These may include Requests for Service from members and authorized associates, Incidents involving ITSD-governed or monitored systems and all other IT Events within the ITSD Service Portfolio as they are encountered. Perform identification, logging, and categorization of WPS systems-related problems, changes and undocumented support. Assist with the prioritization, investigation and diagnosis, creating and documenting existing processes and procedures that are going through the Incident Analysis, Problem Management and Change Management processes. Ensure high quality of IT asset records, documentation and communication of activities which revolve around the Service Desk in line with guidelines provided and within the scope established by the supervisor. Execute purchasing activities on approved items as determined by the supervisor. Perform Service Desk and ITSD operational and project tasks as required. Your Education And Qualifications Include University Degree in Computer Science (or related field), or College Diploma in Business Information Technology (or related field) with demonstrated equivalent amount of experience. Minimum 3 years progressive, significant and related experience in Service Desk operations responding to computer software and hardware related issues, incidents and service requests within the last 5 years. Minimum 2 years progressive, significant and related experience in providing computer systems and/or application support within the last 5 years. Demonstrated intermediate level proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Web Browser applications. Technology skills in both computer hardware and software including current versions of Microsoft Windows. Ability to learn the use of Service Desk-related and client device configuration software platforms. Ability to install and perform basic troubleshooting of hardware systems including laptops, printers, workstations, monitors, input devices, and storage devices for purposes of testing, demonstration and product delivery. Ability to troubleshoot, triage and resolve software and hardware issues. Ability to gather data to produce a hypothesis and perform root cause analysis. Ability to use Service Desk tools to perform tasks related to user account management, work order tracking and computer asset management systems. Ability to learn ITSD processes and ITIL concepts. Possess organizational skills and ability to multi-task, work under pressure, set priorities, meet deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work in a team atmosphere. Ability to communicate and provide technical support effectively and professionally, both orally and written by email. Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and work plans with minimal supervision. Demonstrated ability to problem solve within a structured framework. Ability to provide recommendations to ITSD management on areas needing improvement in support processes. The ability to establish and maintain a positive, respectful, safe and healthy work environment that supports the physical, psychological and social working relationships with members at all levels in a team environment. IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service. If you are not submitting proof of Grade 12 completed within Canada, we require you to submit proof of a full-time, two-year post-secondary program completed in Canada. Minimum Requirements Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident Minimum 18 years of age No involvement in any criminal activity within the last two years (including illegal drugs) No criminal record for which a Pardon has not been granted. Conditions Of Employment Ability to pass a level 3 Winnipeg Police Service security check Obtain and maintain Distributed Regional Authority designation within National Police Service and RCMP Ability to successfully complete additional training as defined by the Service Willingness and ability to work overtime including evenings, weekends and holidays as required by the Service Possess and maintain a valid Class 5.0 Driver’s License. Winnipeg Police Service Competencies Dealing with Ambiguity Conflict Management Citizen & Customer Focus Learning on the Fly Priority Setting How To Apply APPLY ONLINE, including all documentation listed below: Current Resume (Required) University Degree in Computer Science (or related field), or College Diploma in Business Information Technology (or related field) – provide copy of Diploma, Final Transcripts (must indicate graduated), or Foreign Credential Academic Assessment (Required) Proof of Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Residency – provide copy of one of the following documents: Canadian Birth Certificate, Canadian Passport, Canadian Citizenship Certificate or Card, Secure Certificate of Indian Status (Secure Status Card) OR Record of Landing (Landing Papers), Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR), Permanent Resident (PR) Card (Required) Applications submitted without REQUIRED documentation will not be considered. Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position. Notes Online applications can be submitted at . For instructions on how to apply and how to attach required documents please refer to our FAQ’s or contact 311. Position Reports To: IT Manager - Operations Applicants will be required to undergo testing to determine their knowledge, abilities and skills as they relate to the qualifications of the position. Only candidates selected to proceed in the process will be contacted. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at City of Winnipeg by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr