Senior Application Developer

Job Title

The position is with the Agency Services area of the Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) and serves as the direct customer interface for all things related to information technology, telephone, project management and infrastructure.

Job Description

The Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services including Information Technology project delivery, maintenance and support. This position is with the Agency Services area of DTMB and serves as the direct customer interface for all things related to information technology, telephone, project management and infrastructure.

We are looking for a person who understands the value of public service and wants to help us meet the needs of our citizens. This person needs to be an excellent communicator, meaning they can explain things to an individual or large group in a way that they can understand and relate to, not necessarily an orator. We are looking for a leader to set an equitable and cohesive department culture, where all levels of skill and knowledge are respected.

You need to be organized, have good time management skills, and know the importance of a timeline. We need someone who is reliable, honest, and who keeps their word and commitments to their colleagues and customers. We want someone who comes to work to work and holds themselves accountable. You need to embrace diversity the DTMB commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and learn to communicate effectively with a wide range of professionals. Strong communications skills are a must.

This job serves as a member of the Agency Service team with responsibilities in partnering with the Departments of Treasury and the Michigan Gaming Control Board.

This position will be accountable for the customer support relationship and expectations of the client agencies and providing overall accountability for the delivery of services. This position has ultimate responsibility to assure customer service is provided to the agency partner's satisfaction. Strategic planning will also be a focus.

So, if you are a self-motivated person with a proven track record, who wants a challenge and to work in a high paced environment, we are really interested in hearing from you. The State of Michigan offers a competitive work experience that includes a tuition reduction program at several key higher education institutes if you would like to advance your education, good benefits, excellent vacation and sick time policies and an ability to successfully juggle your work and family life. We would like the opportunity to share with you more about the benefits of working for the state and joining the state of Michigan employee family if you are interested. Please consider sending in your application today.

DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPT.

SIGNING BONUS :

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of 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.

Position Location / Remote Office : The office location is Dimondale, 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.

Required Education and Experience

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 Information Technology Programmer / Analyst 12 Two years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer / Analyst P11.

Additional Requirements and Information

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.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department / Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

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

Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

Benefits

State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. More details on benefits for our new hires are below :

Insurance Benefits : The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov / employeebenefits.

Retirement Programs : The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at http : / / www.mi.gov / orsstatedc.

Vacation and Sick Leave : Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.

Paid Parental Leave : Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.

Paid Holidays : Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.

Bonus Programs : Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.

Military Pay Differential : Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if military pay during qualifying duty is less than