Lead Developer (INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST II, OPT. A)

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Springfield, IL, US, 62701

PositionTitle: Information Systems Anaylyst II, Opt A

Agency: Department of Innovation and Technology
Posting Date:08/27/2024

Closing Date/Time:09/10/2024
Salary:$7,491.00 - $11,015.00/monthly
Job Type:Salaried
County:Sangamon
Number of Vacancies:1
Plan/BU:RC063

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this positionMUSTapply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Proof of educational coursework is required. Acceptable proof of coursework includes unofficial transcripts, copies of official transcripts, account records (including screenshots) of academic coursework, and any similar documents created by an academic institution.

Posting Identification Number40782

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as the Lead Developer supporting the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). In this role, you will develop Project Plans, System Diagrams, Program Design Specifications, Audit Trails, Control Procedures and the coding and testing of computer programs and systems. In addition, you will consult with both internal and external user representatives to develop information technology solutions to existing or prospective applications of high complexity. This position serves as lead worker, assigning, reviewing, training and providing guidance to assigned staff. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team!

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
• 10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per year
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Essential Functions

30% 1. Under administrative direction, serves as the Lead Developer for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) supporting Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH):
• Performs complex and specialized development and analysis functions.
• Develops Project Plans, System Diagrams, Program Design Specifications, Audit Trails, Control Procedures, and the coding and testing of computer programs and systems utilizing JAVA Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming techniques, JAVA application development tools, SQL Server, IBM DB2 Databases, Business Intelligence Tools, and Business Objects.
• Adapts and applies general policies or procedures along with new methods devised to meet frequently changing and new requirements.
• Interprets data and/or procedural applications to address problems and situations that are not clearly defined.

25% 2. Consults with both internal and external user representatives to develop information technology solutions to existing or prospective applications of high complexity:
• Performs feasibility studies to determine the practicality of revising existing systems or developing new systems of high complexity and provides recommendations to management.

15% 3. Creates and modifies the requirements and design documents:
• Creates specifications, procedures, records, report formats and forms layout for applications of complexity:
• Assists in the creation of logical data designs.

Essential Functions Continued

10% 4. Develops and coordinates training for staff on the use of the computer programs and software for the projects deployed.

10% 5. Serves as lead worker:
• Assigns and reviews work.
• Provides guidance and training to assigned staff.
• Advises immediate supervisor regarding performance of staff.

5% 6. Keeps abreast of new developments in the Application Development field:
• Continues education by attending meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures.
• Attends demonstrations and exhibitions related to assigned operations.

5% 7. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of college with course work in computer science or directly related fields.
2. Requires three (3) years of professional experience in Application Services or a related Information Technology field.

Specialized Skills

1. Requires three (3) years of professional experience developing JAVA J2EE web applications, Object Oriented Programming techniques, JAVA application development tools and software development methodology tools.
2. Requires three (3) years of professional experience with SQL Server or IBM DB2 Databases.
3. Requires three (3) years of professional experience with Business intelligence Tools.

Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)

1. Three (3) years of professional experience developing JAVA J2EE web applications, Object Oriented Programming techniques, JAVA application development tools and software development methodology tools.
2. Three (3) years of professional experience with SQL Server or IBM DB2 Databases.
3. Three (3) years of professional experience with Business intelligence Tools.
4. One (1) year of working knowledge in ASP.NET, .NET framework with Visual Basic, C# and Team Foundation Server.
5. One (1) year of professional experience gathering user needs and requirements for complex system conversions and enhancements.
6. Ability to analyze data logically and exercise sound judgment in designing and evaluation problems of an operational or procedural nature.
7. Working knowledge of the methods, procedures, and techniques of conducting feasibility studies for system conversions and enhancements.
8. Ability to coordinate the activities of work associates to achieve desired results.
9. Developed verbal and written communication skills to present technical information to others with clarity and precision.

Conditions of Employment

NOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meetALLof the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.

1. Requires the ability to verify identity.
2. Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of Illinois.
3. Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.
4. Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
5. Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone and any other required equipment or devices.
6. Requires the ability to attend seminars, conferences, and training to remain current on methods, tools, ideologies or other industry related topics relevant to job duties.
7. Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. This is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
8. Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.

The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.

Work Hours:8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday - Friday
Work Location:422 S 5th St, Springfield, Illinois, 62701
Agency Contact:

Jessica.jordan2@illinois.gov

Posting Group:Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

This position DOES contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

The Department of Innovation & Technology (DolT) is the state's IT agency delivering an enterprise approach to statewide technology, innovation, and telecommunication services, as well as policy and standards development, lifecycle investment planning, and cybersecurity services. With over 1,500 employees, DolT delivers IT services and innovative solutions to customer agencies to improve services provided to Illinois residents, DolT offers employees the opportunity to advance their careers, develop new skills and reach their potential, both personally and professionally. DoIT is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation.