OPS SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER III

Requisition No: 796950

Agency: Elder Affairs

Working Title: OPS SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER III - 65650005

Position Number: 65650005

Salary: $17.50-$25.00 HOURLY

Posting Closing Date: 04/08/2023

DEPARTMENT OF ELDER AFFAIRS

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

*****OPEN COMPETITIVE*****

ATTENTION CANDIDATES

• All fields in the candidate profile must be completed.
• Work history, hours worked, and formal education fields must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position. Putting "see resume" does not substitute for completing all sections of the candidate profile.
• Selection of candidate will be based on a review of their overall scores, KSAs, primary and supplemental applications, as well as completion of any required work samples, willingness questionnaires, and interview responses, as applicable.
• References and file reviews from previous employment may be verified to determine suitability.
• Resumes and other documentation can be attached to provide additional information.
• The successful candidate must be able to pass a Level II Background screening.
• All previous periods of employment must be listed with address of employer, supervisor name and contact phone number. If there is more than a one-month gap in the employment history that period must be included in its own paragraph block within the employment history section.

PAPER APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY THE AGENCY. APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED THROUGH THE PEOPLE FIRST SYSTEM.

Mission Statement: To promote the well-being, safety, and independence of Florida’s elders, their families, and caregivers.

Vision Statement: For all Floridians to live well and age well.

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with a desire to share our Agency’s mission to promote the well-being, safety, and independence of Florida's seniors, their families, and caregivers, and the vision for all Floridians to live well and age well. If you have good judgment, a desire to enrich the lives of others, and share our mission and vision, please consider joining our team.

WHERE YOU WILL WORK:

The Department of Elder Affairs is in the Southwood Office complex in Tallahassee, Florida’s Capital City. Lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads Tallahassee combines traditional charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities, Tallahassee has a vibrant art and music scene, stately gardens, as well as a vast number of nature trails for those who love the outdoors. Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job and those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career. Also, with no state income tax, Florida is a great place to work regardless of where you are on the career ladder. For more information about Tallahassee, please visit: https://www.talchamber.com/visit-tallahassee/.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive employee benefits including:

• Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*). For more details consult with People First at 877-562-7287 or go to: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/health/eligibility_and_enrollment/ops_employees
• Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b). (For additional details and online enrollment visit MyFloridaDeferredComp.com)
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan). (For more information, please click Social Security Alternative Plan (aigrs.com) and read OPS Social Security Alternative Plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Works with team leader and program owners for understanding of the functional and system requirements;

Works as a member of a small, multifunctional technical team;

Gather requirements for business processes;

Maintain existing applications by identifying and correcting software defects;

Enhance existing systems by analyzing business objectives, preparing an action plan, and identifying areas for modification and improvement;

Design, develop, and modify applications based on functional and system requirements;

Continuing education by investigating and developing skills in new technologies;

Document current and future processes that impact technology operations and services. Share created documentation to a central repository for use by other member of Information Systems;

Suggest procedural changes-if applicable – to improve operations specific to Information Systems;

Continuously evaluate and improve efficiency of technology resources;

Perform related worked as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Basic understanding of applications;

Knowledge of Front End, Java Script, HTML, and CSS;

Knowledge of Back End Azure, SQL Data Storage and Retrieval, Store Procedures, Batch Jobs, and PowerShell;

Knowledge of Office 365 (MS Teams and SharePoint preferred);

Willingness to learn;

Strong written and verbal communication skills;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;

Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments;

Strong critical thinking and research skills;

Ability to solve technical problems quickly and completely;

Ability to prioritize tasks and service requests;

Computer Science degree, web development, or applications development degree preferred.

REQUIREMENTS:

At least five years of professional experience in applications development and support. At least three of the five years must be in a supervisory capacity.

A bachelor’s degree from a college or university is required - degree focus: Computer Sciences, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or similar area(s);

SPECIAL NOTES:

Preference will be given to the Department of Elder Affairs employees.

BACKGROUND CHECKS:

A Successful completion of a Level 2 Criminal History Background Check is required for all applicants selected for this position.

APPLICANT INFORMATION:

Applicants should apply on-line via the People First Website https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date of the position vacancy advertisement but are strongly encouraged to apply by 6:00 p.m. on the closing date to avoid any system down times or any other complications that may arise.

If you have problems applying on-line, call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287. Paper applications will not be accepted by the agency.

The Department of Elder Affairs is an "older worker-friendly" employer and also lists vacancies on the Silver Edition website, found at http://silver.employflorida.com, that connects persons age 50 and older with other businesses/volunteer organizations/employers who specify they are "older worker-friendly."

The Department of Elder Affairs is an E-Verify employer and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each New Employee’s I-9 Form to confirm work eligibility.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.