IT Statewide Applications Developer 1-4 (Appdm Lagov Erp Logistics Pos #253)

• Overseeing the states capital construction program
• Working to provide state and federal grants for community development
• Development of the state budget
• Providing technology services
• Giving agencies guidance in the state purchasing and contracting process as they seek goods and services
• Administering a program that provides federal funds to help Louisiana residents recover from a series of devastating hurricanes

Two years of experience in information technology; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR

An associates degree in information technology; OR

A bachelors degree.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

NOTE:
A certification in an approved area may be substituted for the education and/or experience requirements at the time of hire or promotion provided the appointment is made from a Certificate of Eligibles.

The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.

Job Duties:

-Serves as a technical analyst which includes duties such as: designing configuring coding testing and debugging moderately complex programs to meet customers business requirements; answering questions; providing assistance on system security; resolving database integrity and maintenance issues; making recommendations to solve system related issues and problems; overseeing the execution of critical periodic batch processes requiring on-call after hours problem resolution; working with customers to ensure data integrity and referring users to other groups as needed for training etc. Works with OTS and vendor staff concerning application designs problems and issues. Prepares estimates and schedules for assigned tasks and provide input into the development of work plans for projects; ensures successful completion with little supervision.

-Assists in analyzing requests for changes to determine the impact on the system and all related programs and procedures. Defines technical approach forapproved enhancements develops technical specifications for proposed modifications and assists in the setting of priorities for the changes.

-Assists in analyzing and testing new releases (which includes the primary application and complementary software applications tools and utilities) and changes. This includes such things as: developing test plans conducting and documenting tests evaluating and recording the results to insure system functions properly. Prepares for the implementation of new releases and changes by providing information required for revision of documentation online help training materials and user notifications; or assisting with the establishment of production schedules and monitoring tasks.

-Develops and maintains technical and project documentation for current system as well as any new releases changes or enhancements. This includes such items as: project schedules checklists team procedures test documentation; system manuals production run books user procedure manuals and training related information.

-Identifies investigates and provides solutions to production systems problems. This involves working with the IT Statewide Manager IT Statewide Analysts IT Statewide Application Developer and IT Statewide Associate Analysts in analyzing problems and issues developing and evaluating alternatives to determine best solution and performing necessary technical functions required to eliminate problem source. Identifies investigates and provides solutions to production systems problems. This involves working with the IT Statewide Manager IT Statewide Analysts IT Statewide Application Developer and IT Statewide Associate Analysts in analyzing problems and issues developing and evaluating alternatives to determine best solution and performing necessary technical functions required to eliminate problem source.

-Participates in group meeting with other Analysts/Developers and/or OTS employees and Management. This involves discussions concerning new releases potential change requests problems with the applications and establishing priorities for system changes.

-Assists in planning and coordinating meetings with users and co-workers to understand business requirements and define technical approach to demonstrate applications under development and to insure customer satisfaction and knowledge transfer. Provides assistance for effective utilization of systems.

-Performs all other tasks special projects analysis studies and plans as directed. This can include working with agencies to develop special reports; performing special tasks required by the Commissioner Deputy Undersecretary and other DOA Deputy and Assistant Commissioners (e.g. - assisting in the preparation for system and performance audits creation of special reports working with the LaGov Control Agencies to provide support); assisting in the evaluation of the impact of changes to other systems and the agencies; and working on the development and installation of new applications or releases.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:This vacancy will be filled by a new hire or by promotion of a current permanent status classified employee.

This is a full-time on-site position located in the Greater Baton Rouge area.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position. A criminal history check may be conducted on employees changing positions including promotions demotions details reassignments and transfers. Also prospective employees may be subject to pre-employment drug testing. New hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal governments E-Verify system.

*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education).Resumeswill notbeaccepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. The transcripts can be added as an attachment to your online application. The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.