What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Applications Analyst/Developer - ITS4 position at State of Minnesota?
Working Title : Senior Applications Analyst / Developer
Job Class : Information Technology Specialist 4
Agency : Minnesota IT Services
Job ID : 83931
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full / Part Time : Full-Time
Regular / Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 02 / 08 / 2025
Closing Date : 02 / 14 / 2025
Hiring Agency / Seniority Unit : Minnesota IT Services
Division / Unit : Department of Human Services / Mainframe Systems Development
Work Shift / Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range : $36.52 - $60.24 / hourly; $76,253 - $125,781 / annually
Job Class Option : Application
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit / Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl / MAPE
FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities () : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Join the 2,800 professionals of Minnesota IT Services () (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position serves our partners at Minnesota’s largest state agency, the Department of Human Services (DHS). The MNIT DHS team supports complex and varied technical needs, including systems that provide health care coverage, deliver child protection and welfare services, and provide support for Minnesotans with special needs including mental illness, chemical dependencies, and physical or developmental disabilities.
As a Senior Applications Analyst / Developer, you will provide advanced professional knowledge and skills in information systems problem identification, requirements definition and determination of alternative solutions and to provide the analysis, design, development (coding), testing, implementation and support of Mainframe Systems Development Division (MSDD) systems including Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS). The position may also provide lead work and be a subject matter expert in the analysis, design, development (coding), implementation, and support of the assigned project work.
This position is currently eligible for full-time telework :
Telework () for Minnesota IT Services allows an employee to perform work from a telework location and an employee may be required to be in the office based on business needs and other dependencies.
Candidates residing outside of Minnesota and bordering states (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) require additional review prior to telework approval upon becoming a finalist.
Candidates located in Minnesota, or a bordering state, do not require additional review.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips here. () :
Position requires a minimum of four (4) years of technology experience as a Mainframe Application developer.
Experience must also include the following :
Experience in analyzing, designing, programming, and testing applications.
Experience working with COBOL as a developer.
Ability to evaluate and recommend alternative solutions to solve system level problems.
Experience working within a large diverse System Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
Ability to deliver effective verbal or written messages that facilitate a mutual understanding amongst all parties.
Customer service skills that include active listening, empathy, and problem-solving.
A master’s degree in Information Technology or an IT related field substitutes for three (3) years of experience, OR an IT related bachelor’s degree substitutes for two (2) years, OR an IT related associate’s degree substitutes for one (1) year.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Mainframe databases such as DB2.
Necessary skill needed to analyze and document an existing process.
Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with technical and non-technical staff regarding project deadlines
Analytical thinking and problem-solving capability sufficient to identify problems, recommend alternative solutions, evaluate the best solution, implement the plan, and assess the effectiveness.
Ability to perform task breakdown, provide effective technical estimates, and solve system-wide complex problems with minimal supervision.
Great attention to detail and time-management skills.
Experience in a development role with a state-run system which manages Medicaid or with medical claims software.
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following :
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
Criminal History Check
Reference Check
Social Security and Address Verification
Education Verification
Other legally required checks
Minnesota IT Services does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicant for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer / educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
Salary : $76,253 - $125,781
