Applications Developer (Information Systems Specialist 8

The Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is the central administrative agency that leads state government to implement the policy and budget decisions of the Governor and Oregon Legislature. The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for enterprise-wide fiscal planning and policy leadership. The CFO provides guidance, training, and direction to ensure fiscal integrity and consistency across state agencies. The Office routinely represents the Governor with other elected officials, political subdivisions, other states, and investment houses. Specific policy sections within the Office include Budget Policy (BAM), Statewide Audit and Budget Reporting (SABRS), Capital Finance and Planning, and the Office of the State Controller., As a Senior Applications Developer you will provide IT application development and support for the Office of the State Controller. This position is part of the Financial Business Systems administration team. IBM mainframe applications are supported for both new development and on-going maintenance of existing applications critical to conducting the business of the State of Oregon. Applications support critical areas such as statewide financials and reporting.

• Seven (7) years of information systems experience in: Application Development utilizing COBOL, CICS, JCL, TSO, Easytrieve Plus, VSAM Files, Unix Scripting and Hierarchical & Relational Data Base Structures ; OR
• An Associate’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field; AND 5 years of information systems experience in: Application Development utilizing COBOL, CICS, JCL, TSO, Easytrieve Plus, VSAM Files, Unix Scripting and Hierarchical & Relational Data Base Structures ;OR
• A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field AND three (3) years of information systems experience in: Application Development utilizing COBOL, CICS, JCL, TSO, Easytrieve Plus, VSAM Files, Unix Scripting and Hierarchical & Relational Data Base Structures ;OR
• A Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field AND one (1) year of information systems experience in: Application Development utilizing COBOL, CICS, JCL, TSO, Easytrieve Plus, VSAM Files, Unix Scripting and Hierarchical & Relational Data Base Structures.

The ideal candidate will possess the following desired skills and attributes:

• Demonstrated skill in the following: Structured Design, Analysis, and Testing using IBM Debug Tool for z/OS, IBM File Manager for z/OS, XSLT.
• Experience and fluency using tools to support troubleshooting to analyze, research and identify root causes and drive incident resolution.
• Demonstrated experience with JavaScript, HTML, CSS and web site management.
• Strong time management skills with ability to effectively balance delivery of on-going operational services with the accomplishment of work that supports attainment of long-term goals.
• Expert skills in IT project management, planning and implementing projects.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with members of leadership, co-workers, customers, other agencies, and the public.
• Strong customer service and communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical customers and voice opinions with clear rationale based on data and factual evidence., * Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time., Administrative Skills, Advantage CA-Easytrieve, Analysis Skills, Budget Reporting, Budgeting, Business Activity Monitoring (BAM), CSS (Cascading Style Sheet), Cobol Programming Language, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Continuous Improvement, Customer Support/Service, Data Structures, Debugging Tools, Dental Insurance, Diversity, File Management, Finance, Financial Control, Financial Planning, Financial Policies, HTML (HyperText Markup Language), Head of Finance, Health Plan, IBM CICS (Customer Information Control System), IBM Mainframe, IBM Product Family, IBM TSO/ISPF, IBM z-OS Operating System, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, JCL (Job Control Language), JavaScript, Leadership, People Management, Policy Implementation, Project/Program Management, Relational Databases (RDBMS), Root Cause Analysis, Service Delivery, Software Administration, Software Development, State Government, Structured Analysis, Structured Design, Team Player, Technical Support, Testing, Time Management, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Unix Shell Programming, Vision Plan, Website Management, XSLT (Extensible Stylesheet Language Translation)

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family. Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare. Optional benefits including life insurance, disability, FSA, and more
• Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.
• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Get There - Oregons easy-to-use carpool matching tool and trip planner.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: You may qualify for the PSLF program.
• Hybrid Work Opportunity: This position supports a hybrid work schedule. You can expect to work in the office 1-2 days per week, with work arrangements periodically reviewed to ensure business needs are met.

At DAS, we are committed to innovation, continuous improvement, outstanding service delivery, and support for each other as professionals and as people. We believe hiring highly skilled, diverse employees is key to cultivating positive results, well-informed outcomes, and value the unique skill set and perspective of all our team members., The Department of Administrative Services is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity. At the Department of Administrative Services, we embody the value of hiring a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce revitalizes our state. We value diversity and foster a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.