Software Development Specialist (Software Development Specialist 1)- 20066910

at  State of Ohio Jobs

Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Work Locations: William Green Building 30 West Spring Street Columbus 43215-2256
Organization: Workers’ Compensation
Classified Indicator: Classified
Bargaining Unit / Exempt: Bargaining Unit
Schedule: Full-time
Compensation: $30.55- $44.82
Unposting Date: Jun 1, 2024, 10:59:00 PM
Primary Job Skill: Software Development/Implementation
Technical Skills: Information Technology, Software development/implementation
Professional Skills: Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Customer Focus, Problem Solving
Primary Technology: Structured Query Language (SQL)
Agency Contact Name: BWC Human Resources
Agency Contact Information: a84551@bwc.ohio.gov

A LITTLE ABOUT US:

With roughly 1,600 employees in 11 offices across Ohio, BWC is the state agency that cares for Ohio workers by promoting a culture of safety at work and at home and ensuring quality medical and pharmacy care is provided to injured workers.
For Ohio employers, we provide insurance policies to cover workplace injuries and safety and wellness services to prevent injuries.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION:

• 36 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: developing and/or modifying programs for computer applications, performing testing and debugging and assisting with analysis and design including 12 mos. work experience in the SQL as specified by the agency position description & job posting.
• Or completion of associate core program in computer science or information systems AND 18 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: developing and/or modifying programs for computer applications, performing testing and debugging and assisting with analysis and design including 12 mos. work experience in the SQL as specified by the agency position description & job posting.
• Or completion of undergraduate core program in computer science or information systems AND 12 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: developing and/or modifying programs for computer applications, performing testing and debugging and assisting with analysis and design including 12 mos. work experience in the SQL specified by the agency in the position description & job posting.
• Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.Note: The official position description on file with the designated agency is to reflect the required, primary technology directly relating to the duties of the position. Only those applicants possessing the experience in the required, SQL listed in the position description & job posting are to be considered for any vacancies posted. The job posting must list the required technology commensurate with the position in question.Job Skills: Software Development/ImplementationProfessional Skills: Active Learning, Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Customer FocusPrimary Technology: SQL
  ADA Statement
  Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
  Drug-Free Workplace
  The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

EDUCATIONAL TRANSCRIPTS:

For any educational achievements to be considered during the screening process, you must at least attach an unofficial transcript that details the coursework you have completed.
All applicants must submit an Ohio Civil Service Application using the online Ohio Hiring Management System. Paper applications will not be accepted.
Background Check Information
Prior to an offer of employment, the final applicant will be required to sign a background check authorization form and undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position.

Under general supervision of the CoreSuite Operations Manager, uses a working technical knowledge of software development to develop & modify programs for computer applications, perform testing, & debugging & assist with analysis & design.

• Creating & modifying existing program modules.
• Compiling with software reusability guidelines (e.g., APS’s, web services, microservices).
• Using data manipulation, data query, program tracing/debugging, software development & versioning tools as required (e.g., SQL, Microsoft Visual Studio, C#, Python, Team Foundation Server, GitHub, vendor API’s).
• Learning & acquiring new skills via training, seminars, self-directed study & research of published materials & applies development process (e.g., Robotic Process Administration, Document Management tools, Cloud development).
• Performing testing
• creating or setting up test data for performing test scenarios.
• executing unit & system test scripts.
• Verifying & documenting unit & system test results to ensure software is producing desired results
• Supporting documentation, workflow & lifecycle requirements & activities.
• Assisting in gathering system requirements (e.g., CoreSuite, OhioBWC.com)
• Defining & documenting current &/or future business process flows (e.g., correspondence processing, forms processing, data analytics).
• Assisting in developing future process flows.
• Gathering & analyzing facts, defines problems, & assists in developing potential solutions (e.g., Imaging system replacement, push notifications, bounced emails processes)

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

Under general supervision of the CoreSuite Operations Manager, uses a working technical knowledge of software development to develop & modify programs for computer applications, perform testing, & debugging & assist with analysis & design.

• Creating & modifying existing program modules.
• Compiling with software reusability guidelines (e.g., APS’s, web services, microservices).
• Using data manipulation, data query, program tracing/debugging, software development & versioning tools as required (e.g., SQL, Microsoft Visual Studio, C#, Python, Team Foundation Server, GitHub, vendor API’s).
• Learning & acquiring new skills via training, seminars, self-directed study & research of published materials & applies development process (e.g., Robotic Process Administration, Document Management tools, Cloud development).
• Performing testing
• creating or setting up test data for performing test scenarios.
• executing unit & system test scripts.
• Verifying & documenting unit & system test results to ensure software is producing desired results
• Supporting documentation, workflow & lifecycle requirements & activities.
• Assisting in gathering system requirements (e.g., CoreSuite, OhioBWC.com)
• Defining & documenting current &/or future business process flows (e.g., correspondence processing, forms processing, data analytics).
• Assisting in developing future process flows.
• Gathering & analyzing facts, defines problems, & assists in developing potential solutions (e.g., Imaging system replacement, push notifications, bounced emails processes).

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