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# Applications Developer (Information Systems Specialist 8

- **Company:** Georgia Department of Administrative Services
- **Location:** Salem, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $7,807.0 - $11,823.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), Unix, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Customer Information Control System (CICS), COBOL (Programming Language), Information Systems, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Relational Databases, Software Debugging, Job Control Language (JCL), IBM Mainframe, Unix Shell, Server Administration, Software Engineering, Virtual Storage Access Methods, Extensible Stylesheet Language (XSL), Extensible Stylesheet Language Transformations (XSLT), Z/OS, Information Technology, Easytrieve
- **Published:** August 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-applications-developer-information-systems-specialist-8-salem-or--bf1b7a65-5bbb-4e6d-976e-0ba64dbc6e4e

## About the Role

* 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)

## Description

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.


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