Software Development Specialist 3 - Columbus, United States - State of Ohio

Description

Job Description - Software Development Specialist - Developer - HYBRID (PN , V1)
Primary Location

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United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County
Work Locations

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Health Department Building

246 North High Street

1st Floor

Columbus

43215
Organization

:

Health
Bargaining Unit / Exempt

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Bargaining Unit
Schedule

:

Full-time
Work Hours

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8:00AM-5:00PM

Compensation

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$36.99/hour
Unposting Date

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Ongoing
Primary Job Skill

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Software Development/Implementation
Professional Skills

:

Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Interpreting Data
Agency Contact Name

:

Gwen Harton
Agency Contact Information

:

HR will contact individuals selected for an interview.
Software Development Specialist - Developer - HYBRID (PN ,

(

230009V1

)
Description

About Us:
Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans.

Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.

The Ohio Department of Health supports a hybrid teleworking model.

This position may work a hybrid schedule at the discretion of the manager or supervisor, which will require occasional attendance in the office for training, meetings and other operational needs.

Employees must reside within a reasonable distance to their assigned headquarters for compliance with workplace reporting requirements.

What You'll Do:
The Office of Management Information systems administers the computer-based management systems across the ODH enterprise.

The office is responsible for maintaining ODH computer networks and servers and for the development and implementation of strategies that support the current and future technology needs of the agency.

We are seeking experienced Software Development Specialists to work with business personnel to assure requirements are thoroughly defined and approved, develop software applications and perform system analysis and design.

The required technologies are

.NET Framework (primary)

and

SQL, SSRS, Oracle, HTML/Java Script, Integration/Middleware


These positions will:
collaborate on system design reviews and perform code reviews to ensure agency application development standards are met
serve as technical lead, as assigned, assuring software quality standards are met
read, write, extract and/or reports from multiple sources such as databases, file servers and data lake
work with assigned OMIS staff to identify and document system software requirements
perform post production support for business applications including routine maintenance, enhancements and the need to perform research to aid in troubleshooting software production errors
assist in the review and evaluation of software development tools and methodologies
create and review test data for performing test scenarios and regression testing
coordinate execution of unit and system test scripts, debugging efforts and defect tracking
lead the development, implementation and monitoring of IT quality assurance standards and testing
write, review and coordinate documentation to support software development activities
assist with the development of application-related training materials and software user guides, program and/or application source code documentation, departmental standards, documentation and review of application development lifecycle activities

What's in it for you:
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our

Total Rewards website


Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period . Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth/Adoption leave
Employee Development Funds

The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary. Visit the

OPERS website

for more information.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities.

The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Qualifications
60 mos.

combined work experience in any combination of the following:

assuring requirements are defined and approved, performing code reviews and ensuring application development standards are met including 12 mos.

work experience in the primary technology as specified by the agency position description & job posting.

• Or completion of associate core program in computer science or information systems; 42 mos.

combined work experience in any combination of the following:

assuring requirements are defined and approved, performing code reviews and ensuring application development standards are met including 12 mos.

work experience in the primary technology as specified by the agency position description & job posting.

• Or completion of undergraduate core program in computer science or information systems; 36 mos.

combined work experience in any combination of the following:

assuring requirements are defined and approved, performing code reviews and ensuring application development standards are met including 12 mos.

work experience in the primary technology as specified by the agency position description & job posting.

• Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above

Note:

The official position description on file with the designated agency is to reflect the required, primary technology directly relating to the duties of the position.

Only those applicants possessing the experience in the required, primary technology listed in the position description & job posting are to be considered for any vacancies posted.

The job posting must list the required technology commensurate with the position in question.

• Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.

Note:

The official position description on file with the designated agency is to reflect the required, primary technology directly relating to the duties of the position.

Only those applicants possessing the experience in the required, primary technology listed in the position description & job posting are to be considered for any vacancies posted.

The job posting must list the required technology commensurate with the position in question.
All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria:

qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record.
Job Skills:

Software Development/Implementation
Technical:

Computer Literacy, Application Design
Professional:

Interpreting Data, Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking
Knowledge of:

computer and electronics, oral and written communication tools and techniques, customer support and personal service, state and agency policy, procedures and applicable laws*, vision, mission and goals of agency*, software development principles and methods for design, development, testing and implementation of new or modified software, commonly used query language, mathematic principles relative to assigned area in IT, IT principles, methods and practices in assigned specialty area, standard software validation tools, software distribution tools and mechanisms, technical writing and documentation practices, systems performance management, requirements analysis principles and methods, back-up and recovery procedures, interrelationships of multiple IT specialties.

Skill for:

reading comprehension, speaking, service orientation, troubleshooting, critical thinking, complex problem solving,

lead work, programming software analysis and evaluation, using data recovery tools and techniques, judgment and decision making, assuring quality, and identifying and specifying business requirements.

Ability to:

stay abreast of current technologies in area of IT assigned, deal with problems involving several variables in familiar context, define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions, and prepare meaningful, accurate and concise reports.

(*)Developed after employment.
ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 35, Step 1 of the OCSEA union Pay Range Schedule ($36.99 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($38.84) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES :
All applicants must submit a completed Ohio Civil Service Application using the OHMS RecruitOnboard System. Paper applications will not be considered. Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. Applicants are also encouraged to document any experience, education and/or training related to the job duties above. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.

SELECTION PROCESS :
Positions are filled through a two-part assessment process, which consists of a test and structured interview. Applicants in this pool must pass the test and interview to be eligible for selection. Selection will be based on the most qualified applicant, using qualifications, education and experience (QEE). Where applicants are substantially equal, seniority shall be the determining factor.
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

EDUCATIONAL TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENTS:
Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment.

Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.

Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp.

Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.

STATUS OF POSTED POSITION :
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