Employer: Jobs That Help Expires: 08/08/2024 Salesforce Technical Manager at Executive Director, Inc. in Milwaukee, WI - shared by Jobs That Help as a third partySalesforce Technical ManagerCLIENT ASSOCIATION: EDI/All ClientsPOSITION(S) REPORTS TO: Director of Web ServicesPOSITION(S) THAT REPORT TO YOU: N/AEXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT EMPLOYEE STATUS: Exempt (Minimum of 37.5 hours/week)GENERAL SUMMARY:Plan, implement, and maintain Salesforce-based association management systems (AMS).POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES (Minimum of 37.5 hours/week):Plan, implement, and maintain Salesforce-based association management systemsManage workload consisting of multiple association clientsCollaborate with our Information Services department and client staff to understand client needs and help identify technical solutions that will best meet those needsProvide technical consultation to association client staff, ensuring Salesforce best practices are considered and appropriately maintainedCreate and maintain technical documentationPerform other AMS-related tasks as necessaryEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:2 years Salesforce consulting, development, or administration experienceProficiency in a variety of Salesforce features including, but not limited to:Creating custom objects and fieldsFlowsAdvanced FormulasValidation RulesSOQLProfile, Permissions and OWDApex TriggersStrong written and verbal communications skillsAbility to work effectively in teams, as well as independentlyWorking knowledge of version control/code repository systemsEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:Working knowledge of Lightning Web ComponentsFamiliarity with Visualforce and AuraIntermediate knowledge of object-oriented programming conceptsIntermediate knowledge of JavaScriptIntermediate knowledge of HTML and CSSSalesforce certifications a plusExperience with Nimble AMS a plusExperience working with associations/non-profit organizations a plusAMOUNT OF TRAVEL REQUIRED: NonePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: None*This position is located in downtown Milwaukee, WI and a minimum of two days onsite in the office (including Wednesday as an all-staff-in-office day) are a requirement of the role.*Please apply to the role that best aligns to your experience and qualifications.  We’ll discuss your interests and possible opportunities during an initial phone interview. (No need to apply to multiple opportunities.)

Employer: ObjectSecurity LLC Expires: 08/15/2024 Please Note:Because we are not doing in-office interviews and all of our positions are currently remote, we have a new interview process on Google Forms where you can choose a position that you are interested in applying for and record a quick 1-3 minute video on your experience and why you would be a good fit for the position. Don't spend too much time on it, it should be quick and easy just to give us an idea of your background in Computer Science and why you would be a good fit. You can find more information about our internships at https://objectsecurity.com/internships/The link to the Google Form application can be found at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScsO_ALuNMqAzGHicJfUTjot7al0vgd6_bCFZQ5W6Mn6zWkXw/viewform?usp=sf_link. You must also submit your resume via Handshake as well as fill out the Google Forms to be considered for the position!Our Company:ObjectSecurity is a small company in downtown San Diego (we work out of a coworking space). We have traditionally focused on cybersecurity but have branched out into data analytics and AI in recent years. Our award-winning, patented security product is OpenPMF, which uses cool models and algorithms to make it easier to author and maintain fine-grained, dynamic access control policies.We are doing exciting other product developments, including a supply chain risks analysis product which takes an SAP data dump and turns it into a graph DB, and then runs analytics over it to identify risks. Another cool project is an "AI hacker" development, which uses AI to simulate a hacker.Front-End Position:We are looking for an intern with experience working with React, Node.js, HTML, JavaScript, and CSS, as well as working with backend APIs, to develop a frontend user interface to work with pre-defined backend API endpoints.We are looking for interns for both during the semester and during the summer. Internships last up to 5.5 months and are flexible each week between 8-16 hours per week.Qualifications:1) Prior experience with React, Node.js, PHP, HTML, JS, CS and Bootstrap2) Available 8-16 hours per week virtually3) Past experience working with JSON objects in JavaScript, and receiving data from a backend API4) Recommended, but not mandatory: Experience with APIs, ChatJS, creating charts, tables and graphs in HTML, Bootstrap and JSLearning Objectives:By working directly on software engineering projects hands-on doing front-end and back-end or working on embedded systems, hardware and/or microelectronics, interns will gain valuable experience in the software engineering field and improve upon their computer science skills as evidenced through their weekly projects.Expectations:1) Weekdays and hours worked are flexible based on the student's schedule but should be communicated to supervisor at the beginning of each week.2) We will communicate with the intern virtually via email, Discord and Zoom. A supervisor will meet with the intern at least once a week to discuss tasks 3) Materials will be provided to interns at the beginning of the day. All interns are expected to push their code at the end of each work day to GitHub4) If interns are stuck or run into an issue with their code, they are encouraged to reach out to their supervisor, since someone will almost always be available to help.

Employer: ObjectSecurity LLC Expires: 08/15/2024 Please Note:Because we are not doing in-office interviews and all of our positions are currently remote, we have a new interview process on Google Forms where you can choose a position that you are interested in applying for and record a quick 1–3-minute video on your experience and why you would be a good fit for the position. Please be sure to share with us previous or current projects related to the position to give us an idea of your background in Computer Science and why you would be a good fit.The link to the Google Form application can be found at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQllgFoRzEE7MAfpCk69DY_3mul-j8xCbRgsZuiA2WjA31Qw/viewform?usp=sf_link. It is required to fill out the Google Forms and submit your resume through Handshake to be considered for the position.Our Company:ObjectSecurity provides software solutions that proactively secure OT/ICS assets in critical industrial infrastructure and mitigate supply chain risk. Our holistic, proactive approach prevents cyber attacks and disruptive production downtime across industries that support global citizen communities, including military defense, municipal smart cities, public and private transportation, energy, wastewater treatment, power utilities, manufacturing, and the life sciences. For more than 20 years, ObjectSecurity has been delivering cybersecurity and supply chain risk management solutions including to U.S. defense and federal government agencies. These advanced technologies are now commercially available for government and private sector use. ObjectSecurity is privately-held with headquarters in San Diego, CA, with global representation.We are doing exciting other product developments, including a supply chain risks analysis product which takes an SAP data dump and turns it into a graph DB, and then runs analytics over it to identify risks. Another cool project is an "AI hacker" development, which uses AI to simulate a hacker.Reverse Engineering Intern Position:We are looking for an intern with prior experience working on analyzing binaries using various tools. This may be using a debugger, static analysis with tools such as Ghidra or IDA Pro, from CTF competitions, emulation with tools like Angr, dynamic analysis and rehosting, etc. We currently have contracts with the Navy and DARPA to analyze binaries on embedded systems, and have our own binary analysis platform called ObjectSecurity OT.AI Platform.In part 2 of the application, please list tools that you have used in the past and your prior work. We are looking for interns to join us for both during the semester and during the summer. We are flexible with start and end dates of the internship and how many hours interns work per week.This description details the initial internship project, but depending on how long it takes to complete, there is always room to grow with our company and switch over to other projects. There’s also scope for moving into other focus areas such as machine learning, AI, information modeling, analytics, cybersecurity and more. The sky is the limit!Qualifications:1) Available 8-16 hours per week virtually2) Prior experience with reverse engineering, using various tools to analyze binaries, and/or extracting firmware off of a device either with an internship/job, from classes, a prior internship or from a research project.Learning Objectives:By working directly on software engineering projects hands-on doing reverse engineering, frontend, backend, AI/ML and/or working on embedded systems, hardware and/or microelectronics, interns will gain valuable experience in the software engineering field and improve upon their computer science skills as evidenced through their weekly projects.Expectations:1) While we are based out of San Diego, all of our positions are remote.2) Weekdays and hours worked are flexible based on the student's schedule but should be communicated to supervisor at the beginning of each week.3) We will communicate with the intern virtually via email, Slack and Zoom. A supervisor will meet with the intern at the start of the day to go over the day's tasks and check in at the end of each day.4) Materials will be provided to interns at the beginning of the day. All interns are expected to push their code at the end of each work day to GitHub.5) If interns are stuck or run into an issue with their code, they are encouraged to reach out to their supervisor, since someone will almost always be available to help.

Employer: Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology Expires: 07/25/2024 Job Title: Senior Electronic Commerce AnalystJob Requisition ID: 39785Closing Date: 07/25/2024Salary: $7,491-$11,015/monthlyWork Hours: M-F 7:45 AM-4:15 PMWork Location: (Hybrid) 101 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702Union Position: YesWork Authorization: The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status and cannot accept F1 OPT/CPT. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future. 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 an Electronic Commerce Analyst II providing a full range of Information Technology (IT) application service for the Electronic Commerce Gateway Unit for DoIT/IDoR. In this role you will coordinate and conduct complex application development using programming languages in database design and program design. In addition, you will serve as a project coordinator for full range major/complex projects involving the Electronic Commerce Unit. 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 plansFlexible 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 year3 paid personal business days per year13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years12 weeks of paid parental leavePension plan through the State Employees Retirement SystemDeferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement planOptional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibilityFor more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx Essential Functions35% Under administrative direction, serves as an Electronic Commerce Analyst II for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT), supporting the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDoR):Coordinates and conducts complex application development using programming languages in database design and program design.Provides application and user support and uses supplied tools for testing new processes.Conducts and coordinates in-depth technical research and feasibility studies to determine the best application needs for users.Confers with users to identify functional and security requirements and to determine application requirements.Performs system analysis by charting process flow.Performs specification writing, coding, testing, audit trails.Performs version control using GIT (global information tracker) software or variations of.Develops control procedures, inputs/outputs, forms design, and interactive system procedures.Prepares testing plans, test scripts, and test data for new or modified programs and SQL code.Performs testing, ensuring logic paths are tested and other areas of the Integrated Tax System are not impacted.Evaluates test results to verify conformance with program objectives and performs fine tuning of applications.Prepares user and operational guidelines, operational manuals and application or system documentation.Follows DoIT/IDoR adopted system design methodology to ensure the integrity of the Section meets the required standards of security, efficiency, and scope of the system.Utilizes IBM DB2, SQL Server, C#, VB.NET, JAVA, UDB Relational database, Xtensible Markup Language (XML), eXtensible Markup Language Schema Definition (XSD) and XmlSpy in performance of duties. 20% Serves as a liaison with user community for changes and enhancements to the Electronic Commerce Unit: Analyzes service requests, identifies system changes, and develops integrated work plans and cost benefits.Makes complex systems modification design changes and prepares complex modifications.Evaluates systems needs as part of long-range planning efforts.Provides recommendations for system changes/enhancements to management. 15% Serves as a project coordinator on highly complex projects while independently planning, developing, and implementing techniques for gathering and interpreting data: Offers technical guidance for staff to follow for completing assignments.Interprets and explains policies and procedures.Monitors project/team work to ensure quality assurance and control measures are applied. 15% Serves as a primary support for scheduled and remedial maintenance to the assigned applications: Schedules processes, reviews history of processed jobs, and responds appropriately to any abnormal completion status.Provides status reports to management. 5% Keeps abreast of new developments in the Information Technology (IT) field:Continues education by attending meetings, training sessions, seminars and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on IT products, vendors, techniques and procedures.Attends demonstrations and exhibitions related to assigned operations. 5% Analyzes and recommends new procedures and techniques to improve the supported application systems:Adheres to adopted methodology standards to ensure integrity of each system/sub-system during maintenance/enhancement activities. 5% Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above. Minimum QualificationsRequires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to four (4) years college with coursework in computer science or directly related fields.Requires three (3) years of professional experience in Application Services or a directly related Information Technology field. Preferred QualificationsThree (3) years of professional application development experience in Object-Oriented application design theory, concepts, and principles with experiences in respective languages such as C#, VB.Net and Java.Three (3) years of professional experience in version control within GIT (global information tracker) software or variations of.Three (3) years of professional experience in, eXtensible Markup Language (XML), eXtensible Markup Language Schema Definition (XSD) and experience with tools such as XmlSpy.Three (3) years of professional experience in UDB Relational database and SQL Coding such as IBM DB2 and SQL ServerThree (3) years of professional experience coordinating and conducting complex application development using programming languages in database design and program design.Three (3) years of professional experience serving as a project coordinator for full-range major/complex projects.Three (3) years of experience conducting feasibility studies for system conversions and enhancements.Developed verbal and written communication skills to present technical information to others with clarity and precision.Ability to gain and maintain working relationships with agency officials, associates, vendors, clients, and others.Ability to analyze data logically and exercise sound judgment in defining, evaluating, and solving difficult administrative, organizational, technical, or operational problems where solutions may be of a precedent-establishing or research nature.Conditions of EmploymentNOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position. Requires the ability to verify identity.Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with State of Illinois.Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.Requires ability to travel.Requires ability to work overtime and serve on an on-call basis.Requires ability to use agency-supplied equipment (cell phone, laptop, etc.).Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.Requires ability to pass a tax compliance check.Requires ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 10 pounds.  This is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing.The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.

Employer: Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology Expires: 07/25/2024 Job Title: Senior PC Application DeveloperJob Requisition ID: 39783Closing Date: 07/25/2024Salary: $7,491-$11,015/monthlyWork Hours: M-F 7:45 AM-4:15 PM Work Location: (Hybrid) 101 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702 Union Position: YesWork Authorization: The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status and cannot accept F1 OPT/CPT. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future. 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 a Senior PC Application Developer, performing difficult and specialized professional work in Application Services for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT), supporting the Department of Revenue (IDOR). In this role you will work with a team of developers, conferring with users to determine needed changes and enhancements and perform comprehensive studies and analyses of client needs and objectives. In addition, you will coordinate projects for full-range major/complex projects including large hardware/software deployments and installations; and assign development tasks to team members, perform specification writing, coding, testing, and audit trails. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position with DoIT! As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plansFlexible 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 year3 paid personal business days per year13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years12 weeks of parental leavePension plan through the State Employees Retirement SystemDeferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement planOptional 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 Functions30% Under administrative direction, serves as a Senior PC Application Developer for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT), supporting Illinois Department of Revenue (IDoR):Coordinates and conducts complex application development using programming languages for the database design, program design, and supplied tools for testing the new processes.Provides complex technical and analytical application and user support.Conducts and coordinates in-depth technical research and feasibility studies to determine the best application needs for users.Confers with users to identify functional and security requirements and to determine application requirements.Performs in-depth system analysis by charting process flow utilizing relational databases DB2, Microsoft Access, or Microsoft SQL Server to design and implement backend databases.Performs specification writing, coding, testing, audit trails.Develops control procedures, input/output, forms design, interactive system procedures.Prepares testing plans, test scripts, and test data for new or modified programs and SQL code.Performs testing, ensuring logic paths are tested.Evaluates test results to verify conformance with program objectives.Performs fine tuning of applications.Designs and implements maintainable software applications and libraries utilizing Object Oriented design theory, concepts, principles, and languages such as VB.NET, Visual Basic, Java, or other .NET programming language within Microsoft Visual Studio or Adobe Acrobat ProfessionalPrepares user and operational guidelines, operational manuals and application or system documentation.Follows DoIT/IDoR adopted system design methodology to ensure the integrity of the application meets the required standards of security, efficiency, and scope of the system. 20% Serves as liaison with user community for changes and enhancements to the application systems supported by the PC Application Development Section:   Analyzes service requests, identifies system changes, and develops integrated work plans and cost benefits.Performs complex systems modification design changes and prepares complex modifications.Evaluates systems needs as part of long-range planning efforts and provides recommendations for system changes/enhancements to management.  20% Serves as project coordinator for full-range major/complex projects including large hardware/software deployments and installations:  Determines and coordinates project components such as project scheduling and assignments.Assigns and reviews the work of project staff.Provides expertise, guidance, and direction to staff.Reviews results and incorporates individual components of project into the final product. 15% Serves as the primary support for scheduled and remedial maintenance to the assigned applications: Schedules processes, reviews history of processed jobs, and responds appropriately to any abnormal completion status.Provides status reports to management. 5% Analyzes and recommends new procedures and techniques to improve the supported application systems:Adheres to adopted methodology standards to ensure integrity of each system/sub-system during maintenance/enhancement activities 5% Keeps abreast of new developments in the Information Technology (IT) field:Continues education by attending meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on IT products, vendors, techniques, and procedures.Attends demonstrations and exhibitions related to assigned operations. 5% Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Minimum QualificationsRequires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years college with course work in computer science or directly related fields.Requires three (3) years of professional experience in Application Services or a related Information Technology field.   Preferred QualificationsRequires three (3) years of professional Application Development experience using systems analysis and design, relational databases DB2, Microsoft Access, or Microsoft SQL Server to design and implement backend databases.Requires three (3) years of professional experience designing and implementing maintainable software applications and libraries utilizing Object Oriented design theory, concepts, principles, and languages such as VB.NET, Visual Basic, Java, or other .NET programming language within Microsoft Visual Studio or Adobe Acrobat Professional.Working knowledge of the methods, procedures, and techniques of conducting feasibility studies for system conversions and enhancements.Ability to analyze data logically and exercise sound judgement in defining and evaluating problems of an operational or procedural nature.Ability to gain and maintain effective working relationships with associates, vendors, clients, and others.Ability to coordinate the activities of work associates to achieve desired results.Developed verbal and written communication skills to present technical information to others with clarity and precision.Conditions of EmploymentNOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.  Requires the ability to verify identity.Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with State of Illinois.Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.Requires ability to work outside of normal business hours to meet deadlines.Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.Requires ability to use agency-supplied equipment (cell phone, laptop, etc.).Requires ability to pass a tax compliance check.Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 20 pounds. This is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description. 

Employer: Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology Expires: 07/25/2024 Job Title: Senior Returns & Payments AnalystJob Requisition ID: 39764Closing Date: 07/25/2024 Salary: $7,491-$11,015/monthlyWork Hours: M-F 7:45 AM-4:15 PM  Work Location: (Hybrid) 101 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702Union Position: YesWork Authorization: The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status and cannot accept F1 OPT/CPT. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future. 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 a Payments and Return Analyst II, supporting the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDoR) by coordinating and conducting complex application development using GenTax and Microsoft SQL programming language for the database design, VB.NET for program design, SQL Server and the supplied GenTax tools for testing the new processes. In this role, you will provide application and user support. In addition, this role serves as project coordinator for complex projects. 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 year3 paid personal business days per year13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years12 weeks of paid parental leavePension plan through the State Employees Retirement SystemDeferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement planOptional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibilityFor more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx Essential Functions30 % Under administrative direction, serves as a Returns & Payments Analyst II for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) supporting the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDoR):Coordinates and conducts complex application development using GenTax and Microsoft SQL programming language for the database design, VB.NET for program design, SQL Server and the supplied GenTax tools for testing the new processes.Provides application and user support.Conducts and coordinates in-depth technical research and feasibility studies to determine the best application needs for users.Confers with users to identify functional and security requirements and to determine application requirements.Performs system analysis by charting process flow.Performs specification writing, coding, testing, audit trails.Develops control procedures, inputs/outputs, forms design, and interactive system procedures.Prepares testing plans, test scripts, and test data for new or modified programs and SQL code.Performs testing, ensuring logic paths are tested and other areas of the integrated tax system are not impacted.Evaluates test results to verify conformance with program objectives.Performs fine tuning of applications.Prepares user and operational guidelines, operational manuals and application or system documentation.Follows DoIT/IDOR adopted system design methodology to ensure the integrity of the Returns and Payments Unit in the GenTax Integrated Tax System meets the required standards of security, efficiency, and scope of the system.Utilizes object-oriented development in performance of duties. 20 % Serves as liaison with user community for changes and enhancements to the Returns and Payments Unit in the GenTax Integrated Tax System: Analyzes SQR’s, identifies system changes, and develops integrated work plans and cost benefits.Makes complex systems modification design changes and prepares complex modifications.Evaluates systems needs as part of long-range planning efforts and provides recommendations for system changes/enhancements to management. 20% Serves as project coordinator for full-range major/complex projects including large hardware/software deployments and installations:Determines and coordinates project components such as project scheduling and assignments.Assigns and reviews the work of project staff.Provides expertise, guidance, and direction to staff.Reviews results and incorporates individual components of project into the final product. 10% Serves as the primary support for scheduled and remedial maintenance to the assigned applications: Schedules processes, reviews history of processed jobs and responds appropriately to any abnormal completion status.Provides status reports to management. 10% Analyzes and recommends new procedures and techniques to improve the supported application systems:Adheres to the adopted methodology standards to ensure integrity of each system/sub-system during maintenance/enhancement activities. 5% Keeps abreast of new developments in the Information Technology 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% Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.  Minimum QualificationsRequires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of college with course work in computer science or directly related fields.Requires three (3) years of professional experience in Application Services or a related Information Technology field. Preferred QualificationsThree (3) years of professional application development experience with GenTax Integrated Tax System and GenTax Tools, Microsoft SQL and SQL Coding, VB.NET, application programming, database management systems, and business process analysis/systems/analysis and design.Three (3) years of professional experience coding tax returns and payment account processing.Two (2) years of professional experience serving as a project coordinator or lead developer on IT development projects.Two years of experience conducting feasibility studies for system conversions and enhancements.Ability to analyze data logically and exercise sound judgment in defining and evaluating problems of an operational or procedural nature.Developed verbal and written communication skills to present technical information to others with clarity and precision.Extensive knowledge of Object-Oriented Application Design development.Ability to apply systems analysis methodologies in the development and preparation of general design, detail design, and program specifications documentation.Ability to coordinate the activities of work associates to achieve desired results.Ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with others.Conditions of EmploymentNOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position. Requires the ability to verify identity.Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of Illinois.Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone and any other required equipment or devices.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.Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 20pounds. This is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.Requires ability to pass a tax compliance check.The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.

Employer: Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology Expires: 07/25/2024 Job Title: Junior Returns & Payments Analyst Job Requisition ID: 39792Closing Date: 07/25/2024 Salary: $6,688-$9,745/monthlyWork Hours: M-F 7:45 AM-4:15 PM  Work Location: (Hybrid) 101 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702Union Position: YesWork Authorization: The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status and cannot accept F1 OPT/CPT. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future. 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 a Returns & Payments Analyst I and project coordinator supporting the Department of Revenue (IDoR). The ideal candidate will have professional experience in Microsoft SQL, SQL coding or VB.Net. This position coordinates and conducts difficult and specialized application development for systems and/or sub-systems of average complexity associated with the Processing Unit in the GenTax Integrated Tax System. 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 year3 paid personal business days per year13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years12 weeks of paid parental leavePension plan through the State Employees Retirement SystemDeferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement planOptional 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 Functions30% Under general direction, serves as a Returns & Payments Analyst I for the Department of Innovation & Technology/Department of Revenue (DoIT/REV):Performs difficult and specialized professional work in Applications Services in the GenTax Correspondence & Processing Section.Coordinates and conducts difficult and specialized application development for systems and/or sub-systems of average complexity associated with the Processing Unit in the GenTax Integrated Tax System.Prepares new programs and writes SQL in conjunction with the system support.Performs changes to existing programs and SQL code based on Service Request Changes (SQR).Confers with user area in coding and testing of programs.Prepares system and program documentation,Codes programs, reviews code, prepares test data, and performs unit test.Monitors operation of system and documents required enhancements.Provides application and user support.Develops and recommends new procedures and techniques to improve the effectiveness of application systems.Follows DoIT/REV adopted system design methodology to ensure the integrity of each system during maintenance/enhancement activities meets required standards of security, efficiency, and scope of the project.Utilizes VB.Net in performance of duties. 25% Confers with users to determine needed changes and enhancements:Conducts comprehensive studies and analyses of client needs and objectives.Performs system analysis by charting process flow.Performs specification writing, coding, testing, audit trails.Develops control procedures.Prepares testing specifications, test scripts, and test data for new or modified programs.Performs testing, ensuring logic paths are tested.Evaluates test results to verify conformance with program objectives.Performs fine tuning.Prepares user and operational guidelines, operational manuals and application or system documentation. 25% Serves as a project coordinator for standard projects including small/medium size hardware/software deployments and installations: Determines and coordinates project components such as project scheduling and assignments.Assigns and reviews the work of project staff.Provides expertise, guidance, and direction to staff.Reviews program development results including analysis, design, and coding.Reviews program testing including preparation of test specifications, test scripts and test data, and user interface for new or modified programs.Monitors job streams.Incorporates individual components of project into the final product.Provides status reports to management. 10% Assists higher level analysts with scheduled and remedial maintenance to application services:Reviews history of processed jobs and responds appropriately to any abnormal completion status. 5% Keeps abreast of new developments in the Information Technology (IT) field:Continues education by attending meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on IT products, vendors, techniques and procedures.Attends demonstrations and exhibitions related to assigned operations. 5% Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above. Minimum QualificationsRequires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years college with course work in computer science or directly related fields.Requires one (1) year of professional experience in Applications Services or a related Information Technology field.   Preferred QualificationsOne (1) year of professional experience in Microsoft SQL, SQL coding and VB.Net.One (1) year of professional experience working with the returns and payments portions of the GenTax Integrated Tax.One (1) year of professional experience in manipulating and formatting various electronic files and data formats.One (1) year of professional experience working in a large IT organizational structure.One (1) year of professional experience documenting processes and procedures.One (1) year of professional experience in procedures and techniques of conducting feasibility studies for system conversions and enhancements.One (1) year of professional experience leading/coordinating projects.Ability to analyze and diagnose system issues and coordinate efforts to resolve.Ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with others.Developed verbal and written communication skills to present information to others with clarity and precision. Conditions of EmploymentNOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position. Requires the ability to verify identity.Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of Illinois.Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone and any other required equipment or devices.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.Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 20 pounds.  This is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.Requires the ability to pass a tax compliance check.Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.Requires the ability to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, short notice, evenings, weekends, and holidays.The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.

Employer: Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology Expires: 07/25/2024 Job Title: Application Information Systems AnalystJob Requisition ID: 39719Closing Date: 07/25/2024Salary: $6,688- 9,745 monthlyWork Hours: M-F 8:30 am - 5:00 pmWork Location: (Hybrid) 300 W Jefferson St Springfield, IL 62702-5041 Union Position: YesWork Authorization: The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status and cannot accept F1 OPT/CPT. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future. 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 an Application Information Systems Analyst I on the Personnel/Payroll Team. The Application Information Systems Analyst I will serve as a member of the team responsible for support for scheduled and remedial maintenance to the assigned application(s), working with autonomy and with full support of senior team members. This position will perform difficult and specialized work in the Information Technology (IT) area of applications services, conduct and coordinate in-depth technical research, systems analysis to create system designs, analyze and recommend new procedures and techniques to improve the supported application systems and/or sub-systems all leading to an enhanced user experience.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 year3 paid personal business days per year13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years12 weeks of paid parental leavePension plan through the State Employees Retirement SystemDeferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement planOptional 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 Job Responsibilities30% Under general direction, serves as an Application Information Systems Analyst I for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT):⦁    Performs difficult and specialized work in the Information Technology (IT) area of applications services.⦁    Coordinates and conducts difficult and specialized application development for systems and sub-systems of average complexity. ⦁    Maintains and enhances existing IT application systems.  ⦁    Provides application and user support on an on-call basis.  ⦁    Develops and recommends new procedures and techniques to improve the effectiveness of application systems.  ⦁    Develops work plans for each phase of a projects and completes required outputs in accordance with the Enterprise Application Services (EAS) adopted industry standards of system design methodology to ensure all activities meets required standards of security, efficiency, and scope of the specific project. ⦁    Conducts feasibility studies for system conversions and enhancements. ⦁    Performs on-line and/or batch application development/support and applies systems analysis methodologies in the development and preparation of general design, detail design, and program specifications documentation.⦁    Utilizes/implements the following in performance of duties: system development life cycle (SDLC) processes; programming and development utilizing programming languages such as COBOL, Easytrieve PLUS, Panvalet, JCL, TSO/ISPF, and other object-oriented and integrated scripting languages as needed; operational systems support utilizing application tools such as IBM MVS/ESA operating system and utilities (i.e., IBM, IEBGENER, IEBCOPY, IEBPRTPNC), IBM File Manager; relational database and utilities (i.e., SQL, Oracle), MS Office Suite, MS Visio, Service Now, and other mainframe processing and modern development tools such as Visual Studio, Text editors, RACF, MOBIUS, and applicable technology tools provided for use. 20% Confers with users to determine technical requirements, conducting and coordinating in-depth technical research and systems analysis to create system designs:⦁    Performs system development and analysis by charting process flow and by performing specification writing, coding, testing, audit trails, control procedures, and fine-tuning.  ⦁    Prepares testing specifications and testing data for new or modified programs and /or systems.  ⦁    Performs testing ensuring logic paths are tested.  ⦁    Evaluates test results to verify conformance with program objectives. ⦁    Prepares user operation and application documentation. 20% Analyzes and recommends new procedures and techniques to improve the supported application systems and/or sub-systems:⦁    Conducts analysis to ensure the integrity of each system/sub-system during maintenance/enhancement activities and adheres to the adopted EAS methodology standards.   15% Serves as a member of the team responsible for support for scheduled and remedial maintenance to the assigned applications:⦁    Reviews history of processed jobs and responds appropriately to any abnormal completion status.    10% Keeps abreast of new developments in the Information Technology 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% Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications1.    Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of college with course work in computer science or directly Information Technology (IT) related fields.2.    Requires one (1) year of professional experience in Application Services or a related Information Technology field.  Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance):1.    One (1) year of professional experience with IBM operating system and utilities (i.e., IBM, IEBGENER, IEBCOPY, IEBPRTPNC, and others) or relational databases and utilities (i.e., SQL, Oracle, or others).  2.    One (1) year of experience with programming languages (i.e., JCL, TSO/ISPF, COBOL, Easytrieve PLUS, Panvalet, and others).3.    One (1) year experience with MOBIUS and RACF.4.    One (1) year experience with system development life cycle (SDLC) processes. 5.    One (1) year of professional experience performing on-line or batch application development and support to apply systems analysis methodologies in the development and preparation of general design, detail design, and program specifications documentation. 6.    Ability to analyze data logically and exercise sound judgement in defining and evaluating problems of an operational or procedural nature.7.    Ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with others. 8.    Developed verbal and written communication skills to present technical information to others with clarity and precision. Conditions of EmploymentNOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of 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 work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines.7.    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.8.    Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.9.    Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds. This is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing.The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.

Employer: USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Expires: 07/21/2024 USDA Agricultural Research Service is currently recruiting for an Compliance Officer Intern at Visiting USDA Headquarters Complex | USDA that is virtual for Fall 2024. Responsibilities include conducting internet research to identify potential violations of the USDA organic regulations. Contributes to enhancements in the quality, usefulness, sharing, and analysis of program data. Prepares informational memoranda and data for reports. Apply technical skills to analyze datasets in a variety of formats (Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.) Responsible for the development of queries and reports which will be provided to internal clients ensuring timeliness, accuracy and integrity of data. Conducting research, securing documentary and other evidence to assess and document compliance with USDA organic regulations. (Advanced Candidate) Reviewing complaint case files – evaluating the facts in hand, identifying potential violations, determining the elements needed to prove or disprove the allegations, and recommending a course of action. (Advanced Candidate).  The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and USDA provide high-quality internship experiences for college students. If interested, apply online at All Available Positions - Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (hacu.net) or email HACU@usda.gov to learn more about the position. Current college students and recent graduates are eligible to apply and do not have to be enrolled in a Hispanic-serving Institution (HSI) to apply for a position. For more information on USDA ARS, visit our website at ARS Home: USDA ARS.

Employer: USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Expires: 07/21/2024 USDA Agricultural Research Service is currently recruiting for an Compliance Officer Intern at Visiting USDA Headquarters Complex | USDA that is virtual for Fall 2024. Responsibilities include conducting internet research to identify potential violations of the USDA organic regulations. Contributes to enhancements in the quality, usefulness, sharing, and analysis of program data. Prepares informational memoranda and data for reports. Apply technical skills to analyze datasets in a variety of formats (Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.) Responsible for the development of queries and reports which will be provided to internal clients ensuring timeliness, accuracy and integrity of data. Conducting research, securing documentary and other evidence to assess and document compliance with USDA organic regulations. (Advanced Candidate) Reviewing complaint case files – evaluating the facts in hand, identifying potential violations, determining the elements needed to prove or disprove the allegations, and recommending a course of action. (Advanced Candidate).  The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and USDA provide high-quality internship experiences for college students. If interested, apply online at All Available Positions - Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (hacu.net) or email HACU@usda.gov to learn more about the position. Current college students and recent graduates are eligible to apply and do not have to be enrolled in a Hispanic-serving Institution (HSI) to apply for a position. For more information on USDA ARS, visit our website at ARS Home: USDA ARS.

Employer: Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology Expires: 07/25/2024 Job Title: GenTax Computer Programming AnalystJob Requisition ID: 39842Closing Date: 07/25/2024Salary: $6,688-$9,745/monthlyWork Hours: M-F 7:45 AM-4:15 PM  Work Location: (Hybrid) 101 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702 Union Position: YesWork Authorization: The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status and cannot accept F1 OPT/CPT. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future. 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 a GenTax Computer Programming Analyst, providing a full range of Information Technology (IT) applications services for DoIT/IDoR. In this role you will coordinate and conduct difficult and specialized application development for systems and/or sub-systems of average complexity associated with the Revenue Accounting & Transaction Section in the GenTax Integrated Tax System. In addition, you will serve as project coordinator for standard projects including small/medium size hardware/software deployments and installations. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position with DoIT!As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plansFlexible 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 year3 paid personal business days per year13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years12 weeks of paid parental leavePension plan through the State Employees Retirement SystemDeferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement planOptional 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 Functions30% Under general direction, serves as a GenTax Computer Programming Analyst providing a full range of Information Technology (IT) applications services for DoIT/IDoR:Coordinates and conducts difficult and specialized application development for systems and/or sub-systems of average complexity associated with the Revenue Accounting & Transaction Section in the GenTax Integrated Tax System.Prepares new programming and writes SQL in conjunction with the system support.Performs changes to existing programs and SQL code based on Service Request Changes (SR).Confers with user area in coding and testing of programs.Prepares system documentation, codes programs, reviews code, prepares test data and performs unit test.Prepares program documentation, monitors operation of system and documents required enhancements and provides application and user support.Develops and recommends new procedures and techniques to improve the effectiveness of application systems.Follows DoIT/IDoR adopted system design methodology to ensure the integrity of each system during maintenance/enhancement activities meets required standards of security, efficiency, and scope of the project.Utilizes object-orientated programming, VB.Net, Microsoft SQL, and Microsoft Visual Studio in performance of duties. 25% Confers with users to determine needed changes and enhancements:Conducts comprehensive studies and analyses of client needs and objectives.Conducts feasibility studies for system conversions and enhancements.Performs system analysis by charting process flow.Performs specification writing, coding, testing, audit trails.Develops control procedures.Prepares testing specifications, test scripts, and test data for new or modified programs.Performs testing, ensuring logic paths are tested and performs fine tuning.Evaluates test results to verify conformance with program objectives.Prepares user and operational guidelines, operational manuals and application or system documentation. 25% Serves as project coordinator for standard projects including small/medium size hardware/software deployments and installations:Determines and coordinates project components such as project scheduling and assignments.Assigns and reviews the work of project staff.Provides expertise, guidance, and direction to staff.Reviews program development results including analysis, design, and coding.Reviews program testing including preparation of test specifications, test scripts and test data and user interface for new or modified programs.Incorporates individual components of project into the final product.Provides status reports to management. 10% Assists higher level analysts with scheduled and remedial maintenance to application services: Reviews history of processed jobs and responds appropriately to any abnormal completion status. 5% Keeps abreast of new developments in the Information Technology (IT) field:Continues education by attending meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on IT products, vendors, techniques, and procedures.Attends demonstrations and exhibitions related to assigned operations. 5% Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above. Minimum QualificationsRequires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of college with course work in computer science or directly related fields.Requires one (1) year of professional experience in Application Services or a directly related Information Technology field. Preferred QualificationsOne (1) year of professional experience in application development object-orientated programming, VB.Net, Microsoft SQL, and Microsoft Visual Studio.One (1) year of professional experience with programming GenTax or similar tax processing software.One (1) year of professional experience coordinating projects, including evaluation and assignment of project tasks.One (1) year of professional experience coordinating and conducting difficult and specialized application development for systems and/or sub-systems.Ability to coordinate the activities of work associates to achieve desired results.Working knowledge of the methods, procedures, and techniques of conducting feasibility studies for system conversions and enhancements.Ability to analyze data logically and exercise sound judgment in defining and evaluating problems of an operational or procedural nature.Ability to gain and maintain effective working relationships with associates, vendors, clients, and others.Developed verbal and written communication skills to present technical information to others with clarity and precision  Conditions of EmploymentNOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.  Requires the ability to verify identity.Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with State of Illinois.Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.Requires ability to work outside of normal business hours to meet deadlines.Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.Requires ability to use agency-supplied equipment (cell phone, laptop, etc.).Requires ability to pass a tax compliance check.Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 20 pounds. This is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description. 

Employer: Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology Expires: 07/25/2024 Job Title: Electronic Commerce SpecialistJob Requisition ID: 39772Closing Date: 07/25/2024 Salary: $5,423-$7,721/monthly Work Hours: M-F 7:45 AM-4:15 PMWork Location: (Hybrid) 101 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702Union Position: YesWork Authorization: The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status and cannot accept F1 OPT/CPT. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future. 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 an Information Services Specialist I. In this position you will assist in performing a range of application services of limited complexity for the enhancement and maintenance of system applications for the Electronic Commerce Gateway Unit Prepares programs and writes SQL; prepares test data and confers with user area to test changes. Receives instruction in understanding and applying modern systems methodology and standard operating procedures in performing the structured phases of a system lifecycle. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities and experience, we invite you to apply 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 plansFlexible 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 year3 paid personal business days per year13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years12 weeks of paid parental leavePension plan through the State Employees Retirement SystemDeferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement planOptional 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 Functions45% Under immediate supervision, serves as an Information Services Specialist I for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT), supporting the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR):As assigned, performs a range of application services of limited complexity associated with the Electronic Commerce Gateway Unit.Works closely with higher level Application Services staff as well as user area in coding and testing of programs.Places changes in production, ensuring that they function as designed.Monitors operation of system and documents required enhancements.Assists higher level staff with the more difficult applications programming assignments.Follows IDOR adopted system design methodologies, documentation, standards, and standard operating procedures in performing tasks.Utilizes the following in performance of duties: object-oriented concepts, principles, and application design such as VBA, C#, VB.NET, Java, HTML, CSS, Javascript, Microsoft Windows batch scripting, Visual Studio, SQL Server/SQL Server Management Studio, IBM DB2/IBM Data Studio, Git/Git Extensions, and Microsoft Office client software products. 25% Performs applications programming support functions of limited complexity for unit systems:Prepares programs and writes SQL in conjunction with the system support.Writes SQL for UDB databases or SQL Server.Writes C#/VB.NETCodes programs.Codes business objects.Prepares program and system documentation.Prepares test data, performs unit test, reviews test results, and works with user area on test changes and revises program documentation as necessary.Confers with other Application Services staff in the review of detailed test results.Reviews test results, works with user area to test changes.Places changes in production, ensuring that they function as designed. 15% Receives ongoing instruction and training in performance of application services related work for the unit:Receives training in understanding and applying modern systems methodology and standard operating procedures in performing the structured phases of a system lifecycle.Receives training in problem solving approaches and techniques, methods of analysis, forms design and proper methods for presenting conclusions and system documentation.Utilizes training and instruction received to independently perform increasingly difficult applications programming assignments of a limited scope.Receives guidance and direction in the preparation of detailed technical reports. 10% Keeps abreast of new developments in the Information Technology (IT) field:Continues education by attending meetings, training sessions, seminars and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on IT products, vendors, techniques and procedures.Attends demonstrations and exhibitions related to assigned operations. 5% Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications1.    Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of two (2) years of college with course work in computer science or directly related fields.    Preferred QualificationsElementary knowledge of fundamental programming concepts which includes variables, control structures, data structures, object-oriented concepts, debugging, program tools and application design such as VBA.Elementary knowledge of C# and VB.NETElementary knowledge of Java, HTML, CSS, or JavascriptElementary knowledge of SQLElementary knowledge of Microsoft Windows Batch scriptingElementary knowledge of Visual StudioElementary knowledge of SQL Server/SQL Server Management StudioElementary knowledge of IBM DB2/IBM Data StudioElementary knowledge of Git/Git ExtensionsElementary knowledge of Microsoft Office client software products Conditions of EmploymentNOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.Requires the ability to verify identityRequires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of IllinoisRequires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background checkRequires self-disclosure of criminal history.Requires the ability to travel.Requires the ability to work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines.Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone, etc.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.Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 20 pounds This is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.Requires ability to pass a tax compliance check.This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program certificate title.The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.

Employer: US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Expires: 08/10/2024 Data Scientist Band C This position is being filled under a stream-lined hiring authority, Title 21, Section 3072 of the 21st Century Cures Act. The candidate selected for this position will serve under a career or career-conditional appointment and be paid under the provisions of this authority. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) is the regulatory, scientific, public health and consumer protection agency responsible for ensuring all human and animal drugs, medical devices, cosmetics, foods, food additives, drugs and medicated feeds for food producing animals, tobacco and radiation emitting devices safe, and effective.The mission of the Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH or Center) is to protect and promote the public health by performing essential public health tasks by making sure that medical devices and radiological health products are safe for people in the United States. The Office of Strategic Partnerships and Technology Innovation (OST or Super Office) provides leadership for all scientific collaborative and emerging technology related activities at CDRH. We represent CDRH with a broad and diverse array of national and international entities including other government agencies, Congress, industry, academia, consumer and patient organizations, and healthcare professional organizations, with mutual interests in medical devices and radiation-emitting products.Duties/ResponsibilitiesThe Data Scientist will play a pivotal role in leading, planning, executing, and delivering analytical projects, including, but not limited to, data exploration and preparation, and business intelligence analyses within the Center. The incumbent will collect and document data analysis requirements and will focus on data integration and reporting-intensive initiatives. This individual will collaborate with business partners of all levels across the Center, while supporting the analytic capabilities within the Center. The Data Scientist makes strategic recommendations on data analytics, data visualizations and assists with creating custom tailored predictive models. They will assist with the design, development and implementation of new data analytic and data science systems and deliver high-quality analytic solutions. Additionally, the incumbent interacts with internal and external customers to gather data and develop statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and customer analytics. They will advise senior leadership at all levels of projects and resultants and ensure the reconciliation to organizational goals writ large.This individual will manage projects and collaborate across all stakeholders to understand information needs and will be responsible for scoping and managing relevant data science and analytics projects. The Data Scientist will identify key performance indicators (KPI’s) associated with each analysis and project which indicate success. Applies statistical analysis and visualization techniques to both structured and unstructured data as needed. Applies various advanced analytic techniques to perform classification and/or prediction tasks. The incumbent will integrate domain knowledge into all analytics, business intelligence or statistical analyses. The incumbent analyzes and makes recommendations for improvements to leadership regarding the best solutions regarding these factors.The Data Scientist will identify and aggregate data from internal and external sources to fortify analyses. This individual will manage and support solution design to meet data and integration and business requirements and enhance business value. Coordinates with data owners to ensure data accessibility and quality and mitigate quality concerns of data through data manipulation methods.The individual will have experience with distributed management and analytics in Oracle, cloud and hybrid environments and will be able to incorporate that knowledge into actionable results. The incumbent will be able to execute upon multiple data access and analytics approaches. This individual will assist with creating actionable and usable information from metamodels, taxonomies and ontologies into the data structures and analyses. Support the architecting, designing, and developing reporting dashboards using a variety of analytic tools, including Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition (OBIEE), SAS Viya and Tableau.The Data Scientist will communicate and t underlying data science, business intelligence and analysis information to various audiences of all levels across the Center. They will be able to interpret information and derive insights from analytic and business intelligence resultants and translate them for larger audiences across the Center. The incumbent will engage with technical, business and data stakeholders and leaders. They will use their expertise to make recommendations regarding any liabilities, risks or challenges regarding mitigation strategies and compensating controls. QualificationsTo be placed into a Cures position, candidates must meet the following criteria:1.Scientific, Technical, and Professional Fields2.Qualified and Outstanding Candidatesa. Qualified applies to all candidates for Cures appointments. The FDA OTS will use the basic requirements defined in the OPM Qualification Standards as a baseline for comparing experience levels and other candidate attributes for relevant positions.b. Outstanding candidates can be defined by existing outstanding work experience, outstanding performance rating, or both.In order to qualify for this Title 21 Cures position, the candidate(s) must meet the following required qualifications. Please note: Additional education and experience listed that is not indicated as required is preferable and desired. Candidates who do not meet the “desired” criteria will not be excluded from consideration for this position.Position’s Education Requirements: A bachelor’s degree or higher in mathematics, statistics, computer science, informatics, data science, engineering, operations research, bioinformatics, economics, public health, computational biology, physics, or related scientific or technical field. The degree must be from an accredited program or institution.ORExperience: Comparable work in or demonstrated understanding in data science or a related field (through portfolios, certifications, etc.).Position’s Desired Skills:•Ability to lead, design, build, and deploy analytic solutions that utilize Business Intelligence, Analytics and Statistical methodologies.•Expert knowledge of analytic tools, including Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition (OBIEE).•Strong knowledge of business intelligence tools such as Tableau, SAS Viya, and/or Pyramid Analytics.•Expert knowledge of data analytic and science languages such as SQL, R, Python, and/or SAS.•Strong knowledge of Oracle databases.•Ability to translate data resultants into visual and graphical representations.•Ability to pre-process, analyze, and interpret both structured data.•Expert knowledge and experience in statistical and data visualization techniques.•Ability to collaborate within and across teams with varying levels of technical knowledge to support delivery and educate end users on analytic products.•Expert problem-solving skills, including debugging skills, allowing the determination of sources of issues in unfamiliar code or systems, and the ability to recognize and automate repetitive problems.•Strong business acumen and interpersonal skills; able to work across business lines at a senior level to influence and effect change to achieve common goals.•Ability and desire to regularly learn and adopt new technologies and methodologies into their work; must be self-driven, curious, and creative.•Strong written and verbal communication skills. How to ApplySubmit resume or curriculum vitae and transcripts, with cover letter by August 10, 2024, to CDRHRecruitment@fda.hhs.gov. Candidate resumes may be shared with hiring official within the Center for Devices and Radiological Health with a similar job vacancy. Candidates can opt out of this process by annotating resume with “do not share”. Please reference Job Reference ID: CDRH/OST/IO Data Scientist Band C PBM-5506

Employer: Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology Expires: 07/25/2024 Job Title: Programmer/AnalystJob Requisition ID: 39803Closing Date: 07/25/2024Salary: $6,688-$9,745 per monthWork Hours: M-F 8:30-5:00Work Location: (Hybrid) 100 South Grand Ave E, Springfield, Illinois, 62762  or 401 S. Clinton Ave., Chicago, IL 60607Union Position: YesWork Authorization: The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status and cannot accept F1 OPT/CPT. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future. 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 a Programmer/Analyst, performing difficult and specialized professional application development services work for the mainframe team and Client Systems Disbursements Unit for the Illinois Department of Human Services.  In this role you will analyze, write, debug, test and document new programs or update existing programs utilizing MVS, JCL, COBOL, EasyTrieve Plus, DB2, and Xpeditor.  You will Interview system users to determine technical needs or desires.  In addition, you will provide technical assistance to lower level professional staff on new or revised systems.  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 Functions30% Under general direction, serves as a Programmer/Analyst for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) supporting the Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS): Performs difficult and specialized professional application development services work for the mainframe team and Client Systems Disbursements Unit.Analyzes, writes, debugs, tests and documents new programs or updates existing programs utilizing MVS, JCL, COBOL, JCL, EasyTrieve Plus, DB2, VSAM and Xpeditor.Evaluates test results to determine feasibility of conforming to desired system objectives of Disbursements EBT systems.25% Prepares system flowcharts and system program and program documentation.   Conducts program tests and evaluates results.Analyzes and diagnoses system issues.Recommends revisions as related to the Disbursement EBT application system 20% Interviews system users to determine technical needs or desires: Conducts comprehensive studies and analysis of related user needs to determine technical needs based on departmental policy of TANF, SNAP, KIDCARE, AABD, and GA in relation to the Disbursement EBT application systems.Presents information to others with clarity and precision.      15% Provides technical assistance to lower level professional staff on new or revised systems:   Prepares plans for system development, implements systems, monitors usage and assists system users.5% 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 operations5% Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.  Minimum QualificationsRequires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of college with coursework in computer science or directly related fields.   Requires one (1) year of professional work experience in Application Services or a related Information Technology Field. Preferred QualificationsOne (1) year of professional experience in application development working with MVS COBOL, JCL and DB2.Working knowledge JCL, COBOL, DB2, and VSAM databases and online and batch programmingAbility to analyze and diagnose system issues and coordinate efforts to resolve.Developed verbal and written communication skills to present information to others with clarity and precision.Ability to gain and maintain satisfactory working relationships with others.Employment ConditionsNOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.   Requires the ability to verify identity.Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of IllinoisRequires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone and any other required equipment or devices.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.Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds. This is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing.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. 

Employer: US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Expires: 08/10/2024 Data Scientist (Band D)This position is being filled under a stream-lined hiring authority, Title 21, Section 3072 of the 21st Century Cures Act. The candidate selected for this position will serve under a career or career-conditional appointment and be paid under the provisions of this authority. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) is the regulatory, scientific, public health and consumer protection agency responsible for ensuring all human and animal drugs, medical devices, cosmetics, foods, food additives, drugs and medicated feeds for food producing animals, tobacco and radiation emitting devices safe, and effective.The mission of the Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH or Center) is to protect and promote the public health by performing essential public health tasks by making sure that medical devices and radiological health products are safe for people in the United States. The Office of Strategic Partnerships and Technology Innovation (OST or Super Office) provides leadership for all scientific collaborative and emerging technology related activities at CDRH. We represent CDRH with a broad and diverse array of national and international entities including other government agencies, Congress, industry, academia, consumer and patient organizations, and healthcare professional organizations, with mutual interests in medical devices and radiation-emitting products. Duties/ResponsibilitiesThe Data Scientist will play a pivotal role in leading, planning, executing, and delivering analytical projects, including, but not limited to, data exploration and preparation, and business intelligence analyses within the Center. The incumbent will collect and document data analysis requirements and will focus on data integration and reporting-intensive initiatives. This individual will build and maintain strong relationships with business partners of all levels across the Center, while supporting the analytic capabilities within the Center. The Data Scientist serves as a recognized authority on data analytics, data visualizations and creating custom tailored predictive models. They will oversee the design, development and implementation of new data analytic and data science systems and deliver high-quality analytic solutions. Additionally, the incumbent provides statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and customer analytics and will serve as an authority in all these topics across the Center. They will advise the Center at all levels of projects and resultants and ensure the reconciliation to organizational goals writ large.This individual will lead projects and collaborate across all stakeholders to understand information needs and will be responsible for scoping and managing relevant data science and analytics projects. The Data Scientist will identify key performance indicators (KPI’s) associated with each analysis and project which indicate success. Applies statistical analysis and visualization techniques to both structured and unstructured data as needed. Applies various advanced analytic techniques to perform classification and/or prediction tasks. The incumbent will integrate domain knowledge into all advanced analytics, business intelligence or statistical analyses. The incumbent analyzes and makes recommendations for improvements to leadership regarding the best solutions regarding these factors.The Data Scientist will identify and aggregate data from internal and external sources to fortify analyses. This individual will lead and guide solution design to meet data and integration and business requirements and enhance business value. Coordinates with data owners to ensure data accessibility and quality and mitigate quality concerns of data through data manipulation methods.The individual will have experience with distributed management and analytics in Oracle, cloud and hybrid environments and will be able to incorporate that knowledge into actionable results. The incumbent will be able to execute upon multiple data access and analytics approaches. This individual is responsible for creating actionable and usable information from metamodels, taxonomies and ontologies into the data structures and analyses. Responsible for architecting, designing, and developing reporting dashboards using a variety of analytic tools, including Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition (OBIEE), SAS Viya and Tableau.The Data Scientist will communicate and articulate underlying data science, business intelligence and analysis information to various audiences of all levels across the Center. They will be able to interpret information and derive insights from analytic and business intelligence resultants and translate them for larger audiences across the Center. The incumbent will demonstrate the ability to collaborate across the Center and engage with technical, business and data stakeholders and leaders. They will also provide subject matter expertise regarding any liabilities, risks or challenges and provide guidance and recommendations regarding mitigation strategies and compensating controls. QualificationsTo be placed into a Cures position, candidates must meet the following criteria:Scientific, Technical, and Professional FieldsQualified and Outstanding Candidatesa. Qualified applies to all candidates for Cures appointments. The FDA OTS will use the basic requirements defined in the OPM Qualification Standards as a baseline for comparing experience levels and other candidate attributes for relevant positions.b. Outstanding candidates can be defined by existing outstanding work experience, outstanding performance rating, or both.In order to qualify for this Title 21 Cures position, the candidate(s) must meet the following required qualifications. Please note: Additional education and experience listed that is not indicated as required is preferable and desired. Candidates who do not meet the “desired” criteria will not be excluded from consideration for this position.Position’s Education Requirements: A bachelor’s degree or higher in mathematics, statistics, computer science, informatics, data science, engineering, operations research, bioinformatics, economics, public health, computational biology, physics, or related scientific or technical field. The degree must be from an accredited program or institution.ORExperience: Comparable work in or demonstrated understanding in data science or a related field (through portfolios, certifications, etc.). Position’s Desired Skills:•Ability to lead, design, build, and deploy analytic solutions that utilize Business Intelligence, Analytics and Statistical methodologies.•Expert knowledge of analytic tools, including Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition (OBIEE).•Strong knowledge of business intelligence tools such as Tableau, SAS Viya, and/or Pyramid Analytics.•Expert knowledge of data analytic and science languages such as SQL, R, Python, and/or SAS.•Strong knowledge of Oracle databases.•Ability to translate data resultants into visual and graphical representations.•Ability to pre-process, analyze, and interpret both structured data.•Expert knowledge and experience in statistical and data visualization techniques.•Ability to collaborate within and across teams with varying levels of technical knowledge to support delivery and educate end users on analytic products.•Expert problem-solving skills, including debugging skills, allowing the determination of sources of issues in unfamiliar code or systems, and the ability to recognize and automate repetitive problems.•Strong business acumen and interpersonal skills; able to work across business lines at a senior level to influence and effect change to achieve common goals.•Ability and desire to regularly learn and adopt new technologies and methodologies into their work; must be self-driven, curious, and creative.•Strong written and verbal communication skills. How to ApplySubmit resume or curriculum vitae, with cover letter and transcripts by August 10, 2024, to:. CDRHRecruitment@fda.hhs.gov. Candidate resumes may be shared with hiring official within the Center for Devices and Radiological Health with a similar job vacancy. Candidates can opt out of this process by annotating resume with “do not share”. Please reference Job Reference ID: CDRH/OST/IO Data Scientist Band D PBM-5506

Employer: Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology Expires: 07/24/2024 Job Title: Service Now Platform ArchitectJob Requisition ID: 39641Closing Date: 07/24/2024Salary: $8,486 - $ 12,616 per month Work Hours: M-F 8:30 AM- 5:00 PMWork Location: (Hybrid) 300 W Jefferson St Springfield, IL 62702-5041  Union Position: YesWork Authorization: The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status and cannot accept F1 OPT/CPT. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future. 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 Service Now Platform Architect.  In this role, you will provide highly complex technical specialist and advisory functions for major and complex functions and projects for the ServiceNow platform and applications; provide general support, maintenance, and administration of the ServiceNow platform and applications; investigate appropriate solution approaches with external product vendors including technical product evaluations and provides guidance and expertise on the development of custom applications on the platform; serve as a project coordinator for large scale requests: serve as a designated lead worker; and keep abreast of new developments in the Information Technology (IT) field.  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 year3 paid personal business days per year13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years12 weeks of paid parental leavePension plan through the State Employees Retirement SystemDeferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement planOptional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibilityFor more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx Essential Functions25% Under administrative direction, serves as the ServiceNow Platform Architect for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT):  Provides highly complex technical specialist and advisory functions for major and complex functions and projects for the ServiceNow platform and applications.Provides architectural leadership and guidance to ServiceNow developers and administrators.Manages, maintains, and develops highly complex ServiceNow Architecture and Integration designs.Provides expert opinion and approval on customized solutions.Reviews, assesses, and approves ServiceNow solution designs and development and management of platform governance policies and best practices.Develops and/or approves highly complex architecture designs to support key business outcomes and objectives.Develops and maintains a strategic roadmap focused on business capability and platform capability alignment.Conducts and coordinates in-depth enterprise-wide management studies involving extensive technical research and analysis.Develops complex written IT analysis, including recommendation and implementation plans.Presents formal recommendations and plans to IT Senior Management.    25% Provides general support, maintenance, and administration of the ServiceNow platform and applications:  Configures ServiceNow to meet requirements regarding all platform applications.Manages and maintains platform environment management plan to maintain integrity of the ServiceNow instances (e.g., Path to production, update set standards, clone schedule).Creates and configures business rules, user interface Policies, user interface Actions, client scripts and access control lists including advanced scripting of each to meet requirements.Collaborates with technical consultants and the ServiceNow community to acquire ServiceNow knowledge flags and escalates ServiceNow requirements needing customization for decision making.Develops and maintains technical documentation required for operational sustainment.Provides consultation and technical assistance to IT staff for monthly code promotion releases.Develops test cases, scripts, data, ‘triaging’ of defects and issues during testing.Plans and executes user acceptance training activities in conjunction with the ServiceNow Process Analyst.Supports daily operational requests and project/initiative requests related to ServiceNow.Reviews operational processes and internal control requirements.Supports the transition of new IT services by enabling the ServiceNow mechanisms required and provides end user administrative support. 20% Investigates appropriate solution approaches with external product vendors including technical product evaluations and provides guidance and expertise on the development of custom applications on the platform.  10% Serves as a project coordinator for large scale requests:   Reviews requests, project documentation and project planning.Assigns work tasks, monitors complex and time-sensitive schedules, and tracks testing reviews.Plans and coordinates training for unit staff.Monitors and reviews daily schedules to ensure jobs are completed accurately and on time.Provides status reports to manager as directed. 10% Serves as designated lead worker:  Assigns and reviews work.Provides guidance and training to assigned staff.Advises immediate supervisor regarding performance of staff. 5% Keeps abreast of new developments in the Information Technology (IT) 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% Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications1.    Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four years of college with course work in computer science or directly related fields.2.    Requires five (5) years of professional experience in an Application Services or related Information Technology field. Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)1.    Five (5) years of professional experience working in a ServiceNow environment utilizing multiple ServiceNow product suites.2.    Five (5) years of experience in ITIL best practices, with a strong emphasis on designing, implementing, and architecting solutions within the ServiceNow platform.3.    Five (5) years of experience in integrating ServiceNow with other enterprise systems using APIs, MID servers, and other integration tools.4.    Five (5) years in a lead role mentoring and training technical staff.5.    Ability to analyze data logically and define, evaluate, and solve difficult administrative, organizational, technical, or operational problems where solutions are precedent-establishing or advanced applied research nature. 6.    Thorough knowledge of Information Technology concepts, principles, theories and functions of computer systems, and the principles and techniques of information technology documentation. 7.    Ability to gain and maintain effective working relationships with agency officials, associates, vendors, clients, and others both within and outside of the agency. 8.    Developed verbal and written communication skills to present technical information to others with clarity and precision. 9.    Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Visio, and Project. 10.    ServiceNow System Administrator (CSA), ServiceNow Implementation Specialist (CIS), or ServiceNow Certified Master Architect (CMA) certifications. Conditions of EmploymentNOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of 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 Illinois3.    Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.4.    Requires self-disclosure of criminal history. 5.    Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.6.    Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone, etc. 7.    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.8.    Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 20 pounds. This is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.

Employer: DJI Technology Inc. Expires: 08/15/2024 Location: VariousDepartment: NA Regional Service DepartmentDescription:DJI is the global leader in developing and manufacturing innovative drone and camera technology for commercial and recreational use. DJI was founded and is run by people with a passion for remote-controlled helicopters and experts in flight-control technology and camera stabilization. The company is dedicated to making aerial technology accessible, reliable and easy to use for creators, innovators and businesses around the world. DJI's NA Regional Service Department serves as the user-facing interface, focuses on user needs and enhances product reputation by delivering high-quality, full lifecycle services to DJI users across North America. Through a nationwide service network, diverse service channels, intelligent service tools, and innovative service solutions, it ensures each journey of spatial intelligence exploration is safeguarded and each service experience is delightful. Adhering to the service philosophy of "Starting from the Heart, Making Technology More Human", the NA Regional Service Department is not only a transmitter of technological warmth but also a vital service bridge connecting North American users. Responsibilities:In this program, you will receive direct mentorship from department leaders, rotate through various business areas and departments, and participate in key project operations. You will deeply engage in the full lifecycle service journey of DJI products, continuously enhancing user experience and DJI's service brand image, also safeguarding every exploration of spatial intelligence and sharing the beauty of technology with global users. Here, you can grow into:User Experience Expert: Starting from the user’s perspective, map out the entire lifecycle of the product's service journey, identify service needs and opportunities at each stage, drive product iteration and innovation, provide high-quality lifecycle services, and enhance product reputation.Interaction Design Expert: Translate user’s feedback effectively, plan service networks and levels, identify different user groups, design service models and interaction solutions, optimize user experience, iterate service processes and standards, and continuously improve DJI's service brand image.Service Solutions Expert: Continuously gain internal and external insights, analyze user’s demands in various scenarios, customize service strategies and solutions, and lead the entire process from design to launch and operation of service products.Global Contract Manufacturer Operation Expert: Dive into the frontline service operations, participate in the management of global contract manufacturers, design localized service strategies and solutions based on the differentiated needs of domestic and international users, drive key accounts to improve service quality, and ensure safe flights for global users.What we are looking for:Bachelor's degree or higher in any field, with a major in Science and Engineering preferred;Empathetic with a user-centric mindset, possess a broad vision and clear logical thinking, and demonstrate strong abilities in learning, communication, and teamworkHighly self-motivated, open-minded towards work content and challenges, responsible, and strongly driven;Proficient in English as a working languageWhat you can expect:Comprehensive Rotation Mechanism: Integrate training and practice to build a holistic mindset through a well-established rotation training mechanism, transition from campus to workplace by learning from frontline positions to key roles. Gain a deep understanding of organizational operations and develop a comprehensive perspective on the service business.Global Work Opportunities: Broaden horizons and develop an international business perspective. With a global service network, collaborate with diverse international teams to develop overall competence and abilities for both domestic and international work. Gain insights into global user needs and create exceptional services for worldwide users.Customized Career Path: Guided growth, fast track for personal development. With mentorship from core leaders and regular face-to-face interactions with management, establish effective work habits and improve thinking dimensions. Continuous tracking of individual development, paired with tailored resources, specialized a customized long-term growth path, and positioning to a core talent within 3-5 years.

Employer: Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology Expires: 07/25/2024 Job Title: Senior Programmer AnalystJob Requisition ID: 39506Closing Date: 07/24/2024 Salary: $7,491-$11,015 / monthWork Hours: M-F 8:30am-5:00pmWork Location: (Hybrid) 407 N Franklin St, Danville, Illinois, 61832Union Position: YesWork Authorization: The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status and cannot accept F1 OPT/CPT. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future. 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 a Senior Program Analyst working independently to perform tasks of a complex nature coordinating and conducting application development for DRS Client Payment, Waiver Enrollment, and Claiming systems. This position uses programming skills, information analysis, and problem-solving techniques and tools for the DoIT team to support the Department of Human Services Division of Rehabilitation Services.  If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position with DoIT! As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plansFlexible 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 year3 paid personal business days per year13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years12 weeks of paid paternal leavePension plan through the State Employees Retirement SystemDeferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement planOptional 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 Functions25%    Under administrative direction, serves as a Senior Program Analyst for the Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) supporting the Department of Human Services (DHS):Performs complex professional and advisory application functions for Vocational Rehabilitation Client Systems.Assists DHS, Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) users of the Client Payment, Waiver Enrollment, and Claiming Systems in understanding system goals and how it operates.Discusses new requirements identified by the user.Designs and develops new changes to the Client Payment and Waiver Enrollment and Claiming systems.Documents implementation plans for new versions of the Client Payment and Waiver Enrollment and Claiming systems.Utilizes JCL, COBOL, DB2 and VSAM data bases, IMS batch/online programming and supporting large mainframe applications in performance of job duties. 25%    Prepares detailed specifications for various systems in the Vocational Rehabilitation Client Systems Division:Identifies the Client Payment System, Payroll, STARS, Waiver Enrollment and Claiming system, file, data requirements and final report layouts.Utilizes Mainframe system requirements, MVS, TSO, ISPF, IMS batch/online, VSAM, COBOL, Easytrieve, JCL, and associated utilities.Performs IMS on-line maintenance and utilizes Mobius reporting, and Schedular.Specifies the data selection criteria, general processing, and special processing for transitioning into the new HCM Payroll system, IMPACT Core, and Payment Modernization. 20%    Prepares rough drafts outlining report layouts, data files, and processing steps associate with Client Payment Systems and its sub processes:Meets and confers with user personnel to present preliminary findings.Identifies user needs and requirements.15%    Confers with users and other DoIT/DHS staff regarding Home Services Program and Vocational Rehabilitation Program (DRS) problems:Initiates feasibility studies.Determines if project is justified by the time, manpower, and cost against the value of the projected product.Develops alternative approaches to achieve objectives.Determines best way to satisfy user requests for information and if there is any existing production program which could be utilized.Develops production operating specifications and user operating manuals.Trains operations staff and user personnel in the usage of Client Payment, Medicaid Waiver and STARS systems and manuals. 5%    Resolves problems and makes changes to programs as needed:Re-evaluates the entire system periodically to ascertain needs are still being met.Performs ongoing system maintenance.Performs business and system analysis and resolution for application development. 5%    Keeps abreast of new developments in the Information Technology (IT) 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%    Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above. Minimum QualificationsRequires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of college with course work in computer science or directly related fields.Requires three (3) years of professional experience in application services or a related Information Technology field. Preferred QualificationsThree (3) years of professional technical application development experience working with Mainframe system implementation, MVS, TSO, ISPF, IMS batch/online, COBOL, VSAM, Easytrieve, JCL, and associated utilities.Three (3) years of professional experience with IMS on-line maintenance, Mobius reporting, and Schedular.Requires three (3) years of professional experience with Easytrieve as a file building tool, and ability to write Easytrieve programs that can retrieve and update IMS Databases.Ability to analyze and diagnose system issues and coordinate efforts to resolve.Extensive knowledge of the methods, procedures, and techniques of conducting feasibility studies for system conversions and enhancements.Extensive knowledge of Mainframe documentation and standards.Ability to perform business and system analysis and resolution for application development.Developed verbal and written communication skills to present information to others with clarify and precision.Ability to analyze data logically and exercise sound judgement in defining and evaluating problems of an operation or procedural nature.Ability to gain and maintain effective working relationships with associates, vendors, clients, and others. Employment ConditionsNOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position. Requires the ability to verify identity.Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of IllinoisRequires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.Requires the ability to work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines.Requires the ability to serve in an on-call capacity.Requires the ability to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, short notice, evenings, weekends, and holidays.Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone, etc.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.Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 20 pounds. This is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.

Employer: Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology Expires: 07/24/2024 Job Title: Programmer/AnalystJob Requisition ID: 39519Closing Date: 07/24/2024 Salary: $6,688 - $9,745/Month Work Hours: M-F 8:30am - 5:00pmWork Location: (Hybrid) 100 South Grand Ave E, Springfield, Illinois, 62762 Union Position: YesWork Authorization: The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status and cannot accept F1 OPT/CPT. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future. 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 Programmer/Analyst supporting the Department of Human Services (DHS) performing specialized technical and advisory functions in the design, analysis, programming and implementation of new and revised systems in the Unified Health Systems/ Clinical Systems Unit.  In this role, you will make revisions and improvements to existing systems with assignments being of normal difficulty. In addition, you will plan and develop techniques to accomplish and test system modifications while efficiently responding to user requests. 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 year3 paid personal business days per year13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years12 weeks of paid parental leavePension plan through the State Employees Retirement SystemDeferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement planOptional 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:40% Under general direction, serves as the Programmer/Analyst for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) supporting Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS):Interviews and consults with agency users of information services concerning the revision and improvement of any existing data processing system, or the development and documentation of a new system.Performs analysis of related user needs and objectives in the application of information services to existing manual systems. 20% Interviews and consults with agency users of information services concerning the revision and improvement of any existing data processing system, or the development and documentation of a new system:Performs analysis of related user needs and objectives in the application of information services to existing manual systems. 20% Prepares, defines, modifies, or designs data processing system narratives following established agency standards:Develops generalized and detailed systems specification.Applies cross-checks and auditing.Procedures to assure accurate and reliable practices in information systems operations and to determine and correct deviation from specifications. 10% Participates in studies of data processing problems:Prepares written logical programming steps to resolve problems. 5% Keeps abreast of new developments in the Higher Order Systems Design and Programming 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% Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications:Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of college with course work in computer science or directly related fields.Requires one (1) year of professional experience in application services or a related Information Technology field.Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance):One (1) year of professional experience programming using COBOL, DB2, and JCL.One (1) year of professional experience using Easytrieve, VSAM, and CICS.One (1) year of professional experience building, testing, and implementing programs utilizing SQL, COBOL, JCL, DB2, Easytrieve, VSAM, and CICS.One (1) year of professional experience carrying out and testing modifications.One (1) year of professional experience assisting with end-user training and client support.One (1) year of professional experience debugging and troubleshooting the code.Ability to gain and maintain effective working relationships with associates, vendors, clients, and others.Developed verbal and written communication skills to present technical information to others with clarity and precision.Ability to analyze and diagnose system issues and coordinate efforts to resolve.Employment Conditions:Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position. Requires the ability to verify identity.Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of IllinoisRequires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone and any other required equipment or devices.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.Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds. This is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing.The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.

Employer: Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology Expires: 07/24/2024 Job Title: Senior Mainframe AnalystJob Requisition ID: 39510Closing Date: 07/24/2024Salary: $7,491 - $11,015/monthWork Hours: M-F 8:30am - 5:00pmWork Location: (Hybrid) 100 South Grand Ave E, Springfield, Illinois, 62762Union Position: YesWork Authorization: The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status and cannot accept F1 OPT/CPT. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future. 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 a Senior Mainframe Analyst supporting the Department of Human Services (DHS).  In this role you will analyze and evaluate system requirements using online and batch processing, IMS, DB2, JCL, COBOL (including some Teton), Easytrieve, and various system utilities. As a system analyst, primarily for the Child Care Tracking System conducts feasibility studies, you will provide expertise to lower level MIS staff, confer with user groups to establish MIS requirements, and ensure that user requirements are implemented. 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 plansFlexible 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 year3 paid personal business days per year13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years12 weeks of paid parental leavePension plan through the State Employees Retirement SystemDeferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement planOptional 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 Functions25% Under administrative direction, serves as a Senior Mainframe Analyst for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT), supporting Illinois department of Human Services (DHS):Performs complex professional and advisory functions on Application Services in the Bureau of Application Management, Unified Provider Health Systems/Childcare Unit.Confers with user groups and other MIS staff to develop in-depth feasibility studies, cost and time estimates, and design requirements for new or enhanced processing systems.Coordinates the testing and implementation of systems utilizing IMS online and batch processing, JCL, COBOL, Telon, Easytrieve, D82, and system utilities.Participates in oral and/or written presentations of proposed data processing systems. 20% Produces the program and system specifications for complex systems and tasks which include system flowcharts, audit trails, control procedures, and coordinates the testing and implementation of these:Evaluates system/program test results to ensure overall conformance to the system/program objectives. 20% Functions as the lead analyst for specific systems and tasks:Coordinates the workload of other MIS staff ensuring the proper development of programs and completion of all required forms, documentation, and procedures with the objective of successful implementation and continuing production operation of the systems.Prepares user guidelines, operational manuals, and system documentation as required. 15% Consults with users and other MIS staff regarding production and/or program problems:Works with other MIS staff to determine problem areas and the methodology to correct.Works diligently to resolve production operations problems and to maintain production system and data base integrity. 10% Participates in the coding, testing and implementation of programs while coordinating the complex development or major revision of a system project:Develops and maintains Xerox/Elixer forms integrated with assigned systems. 5% Keeps abreast of new developments in the mainframe 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% Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications:Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of college with course work in computer science or directly related fields.Requires three (3) years of professional experience in Application Services or a related Information Technology field.Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance):Three (3) years of professional technical experience working with Mainframe system implementation, MVS, TSO, ISPF, IMS batch/online, COBOL, TELON, VSAM, Easytrieve, JCL, and associated utilities.Three (3) years of professional experience with IMS on-line maintenance, Mobius reporting, and Schedular.Three (3) years of professional experience with Easytrieve as a file building tool, and ability to write Easytrieve programs that can retrieve and update IMS Databases.Ability to analyze and diagnose system issues and coordinate efforts to resolve.Extensive knowledge of the methods, procedures, and techniques of conducting feasibility studies for system conversions and enhancements.Extensive knowledge of Mainframe documentation and standards.Ability to perform business and system analysis and resolution for application development.Developed verbal and written communication skills to present information to others with clarify and precision.Ability to gain and maintain effective working relationships with associates, vendors, clients, and others.Ability to gain and maintain effective working relationships with associates, vendors, clients, and others.Conditions of Employment:Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.Requires the ability to verify identity.Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of Illinois.Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone and any other required equipment or devices.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.Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 20 pounds. This is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in he position description.