New Job Systems Analyst In Maine

Office of Information Technology (MaineIT)

Systems Analyst – DAFS Application Development Team

JOB CLASS CODE: 0867 PAY GRADE: 27 - $61,297.60 - $82,867.20/Annually*

• Includes a 15% recruitment and retention salary adjustment. In addition to the above base salary this position is eligible for a training bonus applied for the duration of employment in this position.

OPENS: April 13, 2023

CLOSING: April 27, 2023

OVERVIEW:

The Department of Administrative and Financial Services (DAFS) Office of Information Technology (MaineIT) provides information technology support to over 13,000 employees. MaineIT oversees large scale enterprise applications that support the critical and diverse business needs of the State of Maine and its agencies. OIT is seeking a highly talented individual to join our technical teams that maintain and support a variety of applications for the business clients. This position will support the Department of Administrative and Financial Services and assigned agencies.

MaineIT is seeking a highly talented individual who will represent our C.A.R.E. values in all that they do. At MaineIT we:

• Practice Customer-focus, ensuring that our customers are heard, and their needs are met.
• Hold ourselves to a high level of Accountability by being transparent with our stakeholders.
• Maintain an effective level of Responsiveness by providing timely updates in a proactive manner.
• Strive to provide Empathy driven, people-focused services by applying emotional intelligence skills and behaviors.

Hybrid Work Opportunity – The employee in this position currently has the opportunity to work from home as much as 90% of the time.

ABOUT THE JOB DETAILS: This is advanced technical services work involving the analysis, design, development, and implementation of diverse, application systems. Responsibilities include researching and analyzing business needs, formulating and defining system scope and objectives, and designing systems and/or enhancements to existing systems capable of fully meeting business needs and objectives.

This role is the highest technical level in all phases of applications systems analysis and design activities. The most important aspects of this work are the application of system analysis skills to formulate solutions to complex business problems using automation technologies and preparing system design plans and detailed specifications to facilitate the development and implementation of application systems. Oversite of daily support activities and other development work may be required. Work is performed under limited supervision.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? You will have an opportunity to work with a dedicated team of software developers to modernize applications used for the administration of state government. You will be exposed to modern technologies as we implement them into our systems using agile methodologies. You will have the opportunity to add your experience and expertise to Maine state government in a collaborative working environment. This position is located in Augusta, Maine.

WHAT WILL YOU DO? Responsibilities include analyzing, designing, documenting, resolving complex problems and defining new system functionality for two projects to replace applications we currently support. Work may include assignments using the following:

• PL/SQL
• Oracle Database
• Microsoft Visual Basic
• SQL Server – Analysis Services
• Appeon Powerbuilder
• Java / Java Script
• Low code/No Code (i.e., Salesforce, MS Dynamics, MS PowerApps)

Work will involve frequent communications with our Business Clients, Web application Vendors, Project Leaders and Senior OIT managers.

Preference will be given to candidates who display a high-level skill set in the following areas: Teamwork, Communication, Customer Service, Problem Solving and Oracle/PL-SQL skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

(Entry level knowledges, skills, and/or abilities may be acquired through, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO the following coursework/training and/or experience).

A four (4) year combination of higher level programming and or systems analysis and design experience. A Master’s Degree from an accredited educational institution in Computer Science may be substituted for two (2) years of programming experience.

BENEFITS:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,150.80 - $11,942.16 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($379.60 annual value).

• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 13.16% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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