Programmer Analyst - DACF Applications Team

Mainemuseums; Maine; Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maine Office of Information Technology is looking for a motivated Programmer Analyst to support the DACF. This role involves modernizing and supporting critical business systems, requiring skills in application programming and communication. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation, and enjoy a hybrid work opportunity while contributing to the state government’s objectives.

Benefits

Work-Life Fit

Health Insurance Coverage

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in Microsoft stack languages including VB.NET, C#.NET, ASP.NET.
• Ability to work well with end-users and functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain application programs using Microsoft .NET and GIS technologies.
• Write documentation for system use and enhancements.
• Test and debug programs to ensure adherence to user requirements.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Software Development Life Cycle

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft .NET

GIS Tools

SQL Server

Job description

OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - MAINE IT

DACF APPLICATIONS TEAM

Job Class Code: 0865
Grade: 23
Salary: $57,651.98 - $80,892.86*/Annually (includes 17% recruitment & retention stipend and eligible for an additional 5% annual training bonus) Salary Schedule Position Number: 020002937

You are a talented IT professional who is driven toward success. You are a go-getter, always seeking ways to expand your knowledge, and encourage others to do the same. You enjoy clearing hurdles as you strive for excellence. If this describes you, we want you on our TEAM!!

OVERVIEW:

The application development team within the Maine Office of Information Technology is seeking a highly motivated Programmer Analyst.The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work with our team, which primarily supports the Maine Department of Agriculture Conservation and Forestry (DACF), with opportunities to expand in other areas supported by OIT.

The DACF serves the people of Maine by protecting the food we eat, stopping forest fires, keeping our parks and public lands pristine and accessible, planning wise land utilization, and helping farmers

Hybrid Work Opportunity – The employee in this position can currently work remotely from within the State of Maine as much as 90% of the time.

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?

An opportunity to have fun, learn and develop new skills, and work with HIGHLY TALENTED team members and business partners !!

This is your chance to help create, modernize, enhance, and support business-critical systems for the DACF, as well as other state agencies. You’ll work closely with business users and OIT staff in conducting analysis in support of business objectives, defining requirements, developing strategies, and building/maintaining complex application programs. You’ll be challenged every day with new and exciting opportunities, while contributing to the agencies’ business objectives.

MaineIT is seeking a highly talented individual who will represent our C.A.R.E. values in all that they do. At MaineIT we:

• PracticeCustomer-focus, ensuring that our customers are heard, and their needs are met.
• Hold ourselves to a high level ofAccountabilityby being transparent with our stakeholders.
• Maintain an effective level ofResponsivenessby providing timely updates in a proactive manner.
• Strive to provideEmpathydriven, people-focused services by applying emotional intelligence skills and behaviors.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

This is your chance to help modernize, enhance, and support business-critical systems for DACF, utilizing Microsoft .NET and GIS technologies. You’ll work closely with other application development team members and business users as well as OIT staff in conducting advanced analysis to meet business objectives, defining requirements, developing strategies, and building/maintaining complex application programs. You’ll be challenged every day with new and exciting opportunities, while contributing to the agencies’ business objectives.

You will:

• Write application programs of moderate complexity employing higher level languages such as 3 GL's, 4 GL's and enterprise class application development tools (examples: ASP.Net Web forms, .Net Core, Blazor, C#.Net, MS Access, SSIS, and Power BI) to meet user needs.
• Work with GIS staff to integrate business data with geospatial data.
• Test and debug computer programs to ensure application operates correctly and meets user requirements.
• Study and evaluate user problems and operations to produce feasibility or scope and objectives reports, functional requirements, and design specifications.
• Implement programs and train users to ensure users are aware of application's critical aspects, capabilities, and proper use.
• Write final user, system, and program documentation to facilitate system use and future enhancements. Maintain existing systems and respond to problems to ensure programs remain effective.
• Lead or participate in walk-throughs of system and program designs, coding, and testing to minimize occurrence of program problems. Attend and participate in vendor, agency, and computer-based training programs to develop technical skills and expand knowledge of automation technology products and capabilities.

REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate possesses the following:

• Knowledge of all phases of the software development life cycle, as well as the project development cycle
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write clearly and effectively at a level appropriate to the target audience, which will include business users, senior business managers, project managers, and all levels of IT support and management
• Ability to work as a member of a team consisting of onsite and remote technical resources
• Must be comfortable working directly with end-user communities to capture, refine, and verify business requirements, translate those requirements into technical tasks, and implement them into application processes.
• Must be able to accomplish tasks in a timely manner with limited supervision.
• Must produce high quality results and be open to suggestions by peers.
• Desire and commitment to a high level of support to the customer, establishing and maintaining a positive relationship.
• Must have experience in the Microsoft stack languages including VB.NET, C#.NET, ASP.NET Webforms, .NET CORE
• Experience with Microsoft Access including VBA, data tables, forms, views, reports, and migrating to SQL Server is a plus.
• Experience in Microsoft SQL Server, T-SQL, and Power Platform.
• Exposure to GIS tools, preferably the ESRI environment
• Exposure to version control systems such as GitHub or Subversion

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

ABachelorsDegree in Computer Sciencesor an equivalent industry certification -OR-

an Associates Degree in Computer Information Science with 1 year application development experience -OR-

2 years application development experience

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

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

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 Fit– Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidays,12 days of sick leave, and3+ weeks of vacation leaveannually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 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.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).

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.

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