Senior Application Configuration Administrator ITPA 12 supporting DMVA

The Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services, including building management and maintenance, information technology, centralized contracting and procurement, budget and financial management, space planning and leasing, construction management, motor vehicle fleet operations, and oversight of the state retirement systems.

We are looking for a person who understands the value of public service and wants to help us meet the needs of our citizens.
Above all, we are looking for someone that is passionate about IT application development.
This person needs to be an excellent communicator, meaning you can effectively make oral and written reports, presentations and prepare clear and concise documentation.
You need to be capable of establishing and maintaining effective relationships with clients and matrix support teams.
We need someone who can resolve complex problems in a timely manner and seeks optimum solutions.

As a Senior Application Configuration Administrator, the employee performs a complete range of information system analyst assignments including, but not limited to, designing, developing, testing, and implementing computer systems and applications for Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs (DMVA) applications.
This individual manages and administers agency and enterprise specific server and application configuration and ensures applications uptime, high performances for multiple Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs (DMVA) applications, all DMVA Application & Web Servers, and tools.
Actively participate in the development and implementation of assigned client agency's IT strategic direction/plan.
Mentors other DTMB staff to resolve client agency IT issues.

Position Location/Remote Office:
The office location is Lansing, MI.
The State of Michigan is not able to offer employment to out of-state applicants that do not plan to relocate.
The Department of Technology Management and Budget currently offers a hybrid work option which requires two days working on-site at the official work location and three days of remote work per week.

SIGNING BONUS:
This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $2,500.
Up to $1,250 to be paid upon new hire and the remainder to be paid after satisfactory completion of the initial probationary period (12-month period).
This does not apply to current state employees.

Classifications for the $2,500 bonus are:

Information Technology Infrastructure Analyst
Information Technology Programmer/Analyst
Information Technology Project Coordinator
Information Technology Project Manager
Information Technology Specialist

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Strong experience administering and managing web server installations such as:
IIS, Apache and Tomcat
Strong experience with web applications design, development and deployment, using ASP.Net or .Net Core development platforms.
Knowledge and experience using project and change management tools such as Azure DevOps
Clear understanding and good background in designing and supporting Web application architecture including understanding of network security zones, firewall rules and communication between various application components.
Knowledge of systems development and methodology utilized in the development of new systems enhancements for existing manual or automated data processing systems.
Ability to research, recommend, and implement the appropriate tools to manage the agency specific web environments.
Ability to establish courses of action for self and others to ensure that the work is completed efficiently.
Ability to troubleshoot under difficult circumstances and to independently act to resolve issues that need immediate attention.
Ability to quickly learn and implement new technologies and procedures.
Ability to establish and maintain good rapport with both department and client staff at all levels.
Ability to communicate effectively with persons of varying levels of technical expertise.

Education:

Information Technology Programmer/Analyst 12:
Possession of a Bachelor's degree with 21 semester (32 term) credits in one or a combination of the following:
computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, information assurance, IT project management or mathematics.

Experience:

Two years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst P11.
Possession of an associate's degree with 16 semester (24 term) credits in computer science, information assurance, data processing, computer information, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, IT project management, or mathematics and two years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information technology technician; or two years (4,160 hours) of experience as an Information Technology Student Assistant may be substituted for the education requirement.
OR

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and four years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, information technology technician, or four years (8,320 hours) of experience as an Information Technology Student Assistant may be substituted for the education requirement.
To be considered for this position you must:

Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application.
Hard copy applications are not accepted.
Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment.
Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
Attach a cover letter.
If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s).
We accept scanned copies of official transcripts.
We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.
Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.

Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered and screened out.

The Office of Career Services offers current State Employees and interested applicants access to the job application process and a variety of career planning resources.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment without sponsorship.
If selected for employment, you must be able to submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States.

Certain positions may require certification in specific information technology programs.

View the job specification at:

/michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/I/InformationTechnologyProgrammerAnalyst.pdf
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