LIMS Data Interface Analyst

Title: Data Interface Analyst - 00089

State Role Title: Info Technology Specialist III

Hiring Range: $90,000 - $100,000

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Department of General Services (DGS)

Location: Downtown, Richmond, Virginia (Capitol Square)

Agency Website: http://dgs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Department of General Services (DGS) delivers value to citizens, the Commonwealth, and the business community through services in procurement, engineering, facilities management, and information systems. The Office of Information Systems and Security (ISS) support operational efficiency and technology management across all DGS divisions.

The Data Interface Analyst works under the direction of the Application Developer Lead to support standards‑based messaging between the Division of Consolidated Laboratory Services (DCLS) Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and state and federal partners, hospitals, and other providers. The role also supports the V10 LIMS environment and collaborates with BA/QA teams on requirements, design, and data modeling.

Key responsibilities include designing, developing, testing, and maintaining data exchange interfaces; serving as the lead interface developer on assigned projects; and completing all project work by established deadlines. The analyst ensures compatibility with emerging technologies, participates in pilot testing, and responds to state or national emergency or regulatory needs.

The position provides 24/7 support for the Rhapsody/Orion Message Broker, monitoring daily message activity, acknowledgements, errors, and exception handling. Duties also include developing interface file specifications (HL7, XML, CSV, etc.), using mapping tools for inbound and outbound messages, and coordinating testing and verification of data with trading partners. The position participates in an on‑call rotation and provides extended or after‑hours support to ensure business continuity for mission‑critical processes.

This position will be located in Richmond, Virginia and must report on-site. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule (telework up to 2 days/week) after successful training period.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively to troubleshoot data related issues.

• Knowledge and experience with data extraction, loading, and transformation processes; data message brokering; data integration engines; secure transport protocols; HL7 standards; PKI and encryption technologies; and messaging/mapping techniques.

• Demonstrated experience with HL7 data standards and non-standard data exchanges; familiarity with SNOMED and LOINC codes.

• Demonstrated experience using the Rhapsody interface engine or similar tool.

• Ability to evaluate and analyze subject matter to develop specifications for new or enhanced information processing functions.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify issues, correct errors, and redesign interfaces to prevent recurrence.

• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of analysis, design, and implementation of EDI interfaces.

• Familiarity with relational database management systems, scripting languages such as JavaScript and SQL.

• Experience testing data exchange interfaces and user interfaces.

• Knowledge of issue tracking and source control systems.

Additional Considerations

• Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) is preferred.

• Experience with IT Application Development is preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The online state application must contain all required information and fully respond to questions to be considered for this job opportunity. Please be sure that all of your relevant qualifications and considerations are specifically addressed in your submitted application.

Online applications should be submitted via jobs.virginia.gov.

Fax, e-mail, or mail applications will not be accepted. For assistance or computer access, please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office jobs@dgs.virginia.gov or 804-786-3910.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application has been successfully submitted. Applications will continue to be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received, but this position may be closed at any time after 5 business days. Please refer to the “Your Application” page in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Applicants in need of accommodation during the application and/or interview process may contact DGS at 804-786-3910 for assistance.

Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire. DGS will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

The selected candidate must also pass a criminal background check.

Applicants that indicate they have preferential hiring rights in the form of a yellow form or blue card must submit these to our office prior to the closing of the posting, in accordance with DHRM policy 1.30. Please note that only current and former employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia that will be or have been laid off are eligible for preferential hiring rights.

The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer and a proud Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified employer. Individuals from minoritized groups, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and individuals with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service experience are encouraged to apply.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Contact Information

Name: DGS Human Resources

Phone: 804-786-3910

Email: jobs@dgs.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).

Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.