Automation QA (Software Development Specialist 1)
Automation QA (Software Development Specialist 1)
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Job Description
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.
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 ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
The ideal candidate at minimum must have the following:
OPTION 1:
- 36 months work experience in any combination of the following: designing and performing systems analysis developing and/or modifying programs for computer applications recommending application solutions and/or testing and correcting programs as it relates to testing and implementation and assisting with documentation
AND
- 12 months work experience in Software Testing/QA Tools (HP ALM ALM Octane and Azure DevOps)
Option 2:
- 18 months work experience in any combination of the following: designing and performing systems analysis developing and/or modifying programs for computer applications recommending application solutions and/or testing and correcting programs as it relates to testing and implementation and assisting with documentation
AND
- 12 months work experience in Software Testing/QA Tools (HP ALM ALM Octane and Azure DevOps)
AND
- Completion of Associates core program in Computer Science or Information Systems
Option 3:
- 12 months work experience in any combination of the following: designing and performing systems analysis developing and/or modifying programs for computer applications recommending application solutions and/or testing and correcting programs as it relates to testing and implementation and assisting with documentation
AND
- 12 months work experience in Software Testing/QA Tools (HP ALM ALM Octane and Azure DevOps)
AND
- Completion of undergraduate core program in Computer Science or Information Systems
Or
- Equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.
Tips For Your Application
When completing the different sections of this application be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your Work Experience and Education & Certifications if you do not provide that information in your online application. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered.
Pay Information
This position is in the State of Ohios OCSEA Pay Schedule Pay Range 33. Unless required by legislation or union contract starting salary will be the minimum salary of that pay range (step 1 currently $33.52per hour). These ranges provide a standardized pathway for pay increases. With continued employment new hires move to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Cost of Living Adjustments increase wages in these ranges each fiscal year. The current step progression wages are in the table below.
Pay Range 33
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
Step 7
Step 8
Step 9
Hourly
$33.52
$35.15
$36.90
$38.70
$40.59
$42.62
$44.66
$46.87
$49.18
Annual
$69722
$73112
$76752
$80496
$84427
$88650
$92893
$97490
$102294
Months of Employment
At Hire
6 months
18 months
30 months
42 months
54 Months
66 Months
78 Months
90 Months
Telework & Work-From-Home
All positions at ODJFS are in-office positions. We are currently migrating from remote work to in-office work. Should you be invited for an interview or assessment please inquire at that time if this is an in-office position or a currently/temporarily remote position.
ADA Notice
If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process please contact
Selection Priority Notice
Current employees of ODJFS in theOCSEA union have selection rights before all other applicants. Applications from all other candidates will only be considered if an internalOCSEA applicant is not selected for this position.
Background check information
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Some positions may require drug testing and/or fingerprinting. Criminal convictions do not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration.
Sponsorship/H-1B information
This positionis not eligible for sponsorship.
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.
Office of Information Services
The Office of Information Services (OIS) works to support the business functions and the delivery of health human and employment services through the application of information technology. OIS supports the delivery of programs to millions of recipients through the development and round-the-clock operation of automated information systems. Due to the number of end-users and technologies supported OIS is one of the largest and most complex IT organizations within Ohio state government. Learn more about the Office by visiting the ODJFS OIS webpage.
What Youll Do
As an Automation QA tester you will be interacting with business analysts developers system testers and business users at JFS to system test a complex system and to ensure that business expectations are met and quality software is deployed to this position you will practice excellent customer services skills work with DB query tools like TOAD AQT and SQL Developer and leverage Objected Oriented Programming for performance testing concepts.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Creating detailed test plans
- Mapping requirements for traceability to test scenarios
- Executing tests to identify any defects
- Guiding detected defects through the defect lifecycle to resolution
- Utilizing tools such as HP ALM ALM Octane and Azure DevOps
Schedule: 8 hour shift between 7am-6pm as determined in consultation with supervisor Monday through Friday. This position will be required to work outside normal work hours and scheduled shift in the event of emergencies and service outages.
Travel:No regular travel expected. May require occasional in-person work for scheduled trainings or all-staff type meetings.
PN(s):
Who We Are
The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through the following programs:
- Public Assistance
- Workforce Development
- Unemployment Insurance
- Adult Protective Services
- Child Support
Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands-on dedicated way. You can make a difference in someones world!
Guiding Principles
- We will be a leader in customer satisfaction.
- We will have a reputation that attracts and retains talented diverse and dedicated employees.
- We get better at what we do everyday.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
