Systems Analyst - Augusta

This is advanced technical services work involving the analysis, design, development, and implementation of diverse, enterprise-wide 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. Employees in this classification are competent to work at 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 through the use of automation technology and preparing system design plans and detailed specifications to facilitate the development and implementation of application systems. Supervision may be exercised over other data processing staff. Work is performed under limited supervision.

MaineIT embraces the following core values (C.A.R.E.)

* Customer-Focus - Ensuring our customers are heard and their needs are met.

* Accountability - Holding ourselves to a high standard through transparency with stakeholders.

* Responsiveness - Providing timely updates in a proactive manner., * Studies and evaluates business problems and operations in order to produce feasibility, scope and objective, and cost benefit reports including cost and time estimates.

• Analyzes business problems and operations in depth, considering limitations imposed by current automation environment, time requirements, personnel and financial resources, and desired results in order to develop functional requirements for a proposed system including cost and time estimates for subsequent phases.
• Prepares documents of understanding, automation system design plans, and detailed specifications in order to identify system design requirements including cost and time estimates for subsequent phases and facilitate the development and implementation of automation systems. Implements enterprise-wide systems in order to place system in operational status.
• Maintains assigned systems including developing estimates, prioritizing and scheduling resources, updating documentation, and applying control techniques in order to keep systems operational.
• Participates in reviews and walk-throughs of feasibility reports, functional requirements, system design, program specifications, coding, test plans and results, and documentation packages in order to minimize system problems and assure quality control.
• Manages assigned projects and oversees the work of technical staff engaged in system design, development, and maintenance activities in order to provide project oversight, support, and coordination.
• Performs special projects as assigned in order to respond to special needs or develop procedures and standards to control system development process., Gym Membership Reimbursement - Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

• Knowledge of all phases of the project development cycle.
• Knowledge of systems analysis and design techniques.
• Knowledge of documentation needs and techniques.
• Knowledge of productivity tools, computerized problem solving tools, and other work management techniques.
• Knowledge of governmental and business systems.
• Knowledge of structured systems methodologies.
• Ability to design automation systems.
• Ability to design, conduct, and evaluate systems testing.
• Ability to research and evaluate the suitability of automation software and hardware products.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to write clearly and effectively.
• Ability to lead, coordinate the activities of, and provide technical support to project teams.
• Ability to plan, oversee, and evaluate the work of technical subordinates., A four (4) year combination of higher level programming and or systems analysis and design experience. A Masters Degree from an accredited educational institution in Computer Science may be substituted for two (2) years of programming experience.

The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be required) as a condition of employment.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

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 ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 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., 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 forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days 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.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

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.