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Works with business area personnel to assure requirement(s) are thoroughly defined and approved; performs impact analyses to identify interdependencies; assists with design reviews; performs code review(s); leads development team as technical lead; train and mentor lower-level programmers; coordinate development, testing and deployment for projects.

Creates detailed test designs and test plans; creates and reviews test data for performing test scenarios; coordinates execution of unit and system test scripts, debugging efforts and defect tracking, support of user acceptance testing, and software implementation and deployment tasks; leads the development, implementation and monitoring of Information Technology (IT) quality assurance standards and testing; performs performance and load testing.

Writes, reviews, and coordinates development of application-related training materials and software user guides, program and/or application source code documentation (e.g., uses cases, in-line code comments), department standards, appropriate standards and criteria for acceptable programming, documentation and systems development lifecycle activities and review of development lifecycle activities.

Assists higher-level IT staff with estimating workload requirements.

What’s in it for you:

Unless required by legislation or union contract, the final candidate can expect to be paid at the lowest step in the pay range (step 1). As a Software Development Specialist 4, you will receive a raise after six (6) months and yearly step increases until you reach the top level of the pay range. There may also be possible cost of living adjustments (COLA) and longevity supplements begin after five (5) years of state service.

This position is designated as telework eligible. The agency hasa hybrid work model (i.e., working in the office and working from home on a schedule based on operational need). As such, successful candidates must have and maintain internet at their remote location during normal working hours. In addition, employees must reside in Ohio and within a reasonable distance from the Department location to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website!

Technical Skills: Information Technology, Testing Procedures, Technical Documentation

Professional Skills: Analyzation, Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Teamwork

Knowledge of: computer and electronics, oral and written communication tools and techniques, customer support and personal service, state and agency policy, procedures and applicable laws*, vision, mission and goals of agency*, software development principles and methods for design, development, testing and implementation of new or modified software, commonly used query language, mathematic principles relative to assigned area in IT, IT principles, methods and practices in assigned specialty area, standard software validation tools, software distribution tools and mechanisms, technical writing and documentation practices, systems performance management, requirements analysis principles and methods, back-up and recovery procedures, interrelationships of multiple IT specialties, cost-benefit analysis methods, IT lifecycle concepts.
Skill for: reading comprehension, speaking, service orientation, troubleshooting, critical thinking, complex problem solving,
lead work, programming software analysis and evaluation, using data recovery tools and techniques, judgment and decision making, assuring quality, identifying and specifying business requirements, and developing and interpreting policy and strategies governing the planning and delivery of IT services.
Ability to: stay abreast of current technologies in area of IT assigned, deal with problems involving several variables in familiar context, define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions, prepare meaningful, accurate and concise reports, and provide expert technical advice, guidance, and recommendations to management and other technical specialists on critical IT issues.
(*)Developed after employment.

Application Procedures:

All applicants must submit a completed Ohio Civil Service Application and clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. Applicants are also encouraged to document in detail any experience, education and/or training related to the job duties of the positions(s) applying for. All answers to the supplemental questions MUST be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments to your application are not accepted for this job posting. In order to be considered for this position, you must apply on-line. Paper applications WILL NOT be accepted.

Educational Transcripts:

Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript if selected for an interview. Failure to provide the transcript at the time of the interview will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.

Status of Posted Positions:

You can check the status of your application online by signing into your profile. Jobs you applied for will be listed. The application status is shown to the right of the position title and application submission details. Questions about the position not pertaining to your application status can be directed to: Kim Lowry @ 614-644-2681.

**Correspondence regarding your application will be sent to the email address provided on your application.**

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Reasonable Accommodation: ODI does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with the ADA employment regulations. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the agency Human Resource Offices’ ADA Coordinator, Andrew Skal, by emailing Andrew.Skal@insurance.ohio.gov or calling 614-644-3264. Otherwise, you will be given specific instructions on requesting an accommodation if you are invited to participate in a structured interview.

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.