Application Developer

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment.

This position serves as an Application Developer, supporting the Department of Public Health (DPH).

This position will perform difficult and specialized professional work in the Information Technology area of Application Services and work as a member of a team of developers and analysts establishing and maintaining assigned applications.

In this role you will perform complex analysis and consult with the Project Manager on data analysis for input into the Illinois Disease Surveillance System and other assigned systems and applications.

In addition, you will provide input and assist the Project Manager with the creation and modifications of design documents and assist with the implementation and deployment of assigned applications to the application servers.

If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team!

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
• 10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per year
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Essential Functions

• Under general direction, serves as an Application Developer for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT), supporting the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), performing difficult and specialized professional work in the Information Technology area of Application Services.
• Performs complex analysis and consults with the Project Manager on data analysis for input into the Illinois Disease Surveillance System and other assigned systems and applications.
• Provides input and assists the Project Manager with the creation and modifications of design documents.
• Assists the Project Manager with the implementation and deployment of assigned applications to the application servers.
• Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by continuing education through online training platforms, meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of college with course work in computer science or directly related fields.
• Requires one (1) year of professional experience in Application Services or a related Information Technology field.

Preferred Qualifications (In Order Of Significance)

• One (1) year of professional experience developing and maintaining Java-based application integrated with SQL Server in an enterprise environment .
• One (1) year of professional experience performing data analysis to support application development, including identifying data requirements, validating data integrity, and translating findings into functional design elements.
• One (1) year of professional experience participating in application deployment and performance monitoring within a multi-tiered environment, including coordination with server and network support teams.
• One (1) year of professional experience creating or modifying system documentation including design documents, data specifications, and interface descriptions for application services.
• Working knowledge of designing, building, or modifying HL7 or HL7 FHIR interfaces using tools such as IBM WebSphere Transformation Extender or Rhapsody.
• Working knowledge of healthcare interoperability standards and data exchange protocols including HL7 x2.x, HL7 FHIR, or CDA.
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve system and interface issues in a production environment, including coordination with developers and support staff.
• Developed verbal and written communication skills to present complex technical information and data findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based development environment, maintaining positive working relationships with technical staff, project managers, and client stakeholders.

Conditions of Employment

NOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.

• Requires the ability to verify identity.
• Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of Illinois.
• Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.
• Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires the ability to travel in the performance of duties.
• Requires the ability to work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines.
• Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone and any other required equipment or devices.
• Requires the ability to attend seminars, conferences, and training to remain current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to job duties.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds. This is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing.
• The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.

Work Location: 535 W Jefferson St Springfield, IL 62702-5076