Analyst/Programmer 4 (PCN 060366)

If you envision yourself in this role and are ready to start an exciting career with us, apply today! This position is open to Alaskan Residents only.Please check out the residency definition to determine if you qualify.

What you will be doing: The Department of Health (DOH) is seeking a dynamic, creative individual to fill a key Analyst/Programmer 4 position. As the Analyst Programmer 4, you will primarily utilize the Microsoft .NET technology stack and SQL Server. Your experience and responsibilities will include strong SQL Server skills, the ability to manage rapidly changing priorities, strong analytical skills, and outstanding written and oral communication skills. We are looking for a capable teammate willing to grow and learn as they meet the goals of our organization.

Our organization, mission, and culture: The mission of the Department of Health is "to promote and protect the health and well-being of Alaskans". The Division of Departmental Support Services (DSS) provides financial, administrative, facilities, and technology services to the department., This position requires the use of the Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN). A security clearance issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is necessary to use APSIN. DPS will deny security clearance for any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in this state or another jurisdiction or who may be a fugitive from justice. Additionally, security clearance will be withdrawn if DPS discovers that material information was falsified or omitted at the time of the initial application for security clearance. To view the general description and example of duties for this job class, please go to the following link and search for Analyst Programmer 4: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Do you have experience in Technical Proficiency?, Do you have a Associate's degree?, The ideal candidate will possess some or all of the following position-specific competencies in addition to the minimum qualifications listed below:

• Software Development: Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools for designing, developing, and testing software in a given environment.
• Software Engineering: Knowledge of software engineering design and development methodologies, paradigms, and tools; the software life cycle; software reusability; and software reliability metrics.
• Information Assurance: Knowledge of methods and procedures to protect information systems and data by ensuring their availability, authentication, confidentiality, and integrity.
• Technical Expertise: Effectively applies technical knowledge to solve a range of problems; develops technical solutions to new or highly complex problems that cannot be solved using existing methods or approaches; is sought out as an expert to provide advice or solutions in the technical area.
• Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately., Four years of computer programming experience in a recognized computer language. One year of this experience must have been in a business application, scientific application, microcomputer or computer information management support specialty., A bachelor's degree with a major in Computer Science (CS) or Computer Information Systems (CIS) or a related degree with (18) semester/(24) quarter hours of CS or CIS may substitute for one year of the required experience. An associate's degree in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems may substitute for nine months of the required experience.

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• Retirement plan, The Department of Health (DOH) provides a welcoming and professional environment for anyone interested in becoming a key contributor. This position joins a team of dedicated technical and professional staff who produce high-quality work to keep the department running efficiently. We value new ideas and collaboration, both within the department and with other agencies, to explore and grow our technological capabilities. DOH is committed to supporting Business Applications employees with educational tools, including online training subscriptions through Pluralsight and other technologies. The State of Alaska also offers a competitive salary and a strong benefits package that includes retirement plans, comprehensive health insurance, and a variety of group-based insurance options; you can click the Benefits tab in the posting to learn more.