IT Statewide Applications Developer 1-4 (Appdm Lagov Erp Logistics Pos #253)

State of Louisiana•Baton Rouge, LA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Division of Administration/Office of Technology Services has a vacancy for an IT Statewide Applications Developer within the Applications and Data Management Section. The Office of Technology Services (OTS) aims to be a responsible partner in delivering innovative, effective, and reliable solutions that support and enhance the IT functions within the Executive Branch Departments. The Office of Technology Services will work to increase the return on the State’s investment in technology by promoting smart decision-making, solving problems intelligently, increasing the rate of project success, and fostering skilled and professional staff. This position is responsible for supporting the Logistics modules of the State's ERP system (LaGov), which runs on the SAP R/3 software. This is a professional journeyman level position on the Logistics team in the Application and Data Management (AppDM) Section of OTS. The incumbent is a technical analyst on the Logistics team and must possess knowledge of the technical environment, configuration, and programming required for the multiple functions of LaGov, and must have the ability to relate this knowledge to the ERP Logistics component. Supervision is received through a general review from an IT Statewide Analyst, IT Statewide Application Developer, or higher-level authority. The Division of Administration is the state government’s management arm and the hub of its financial operations, performing a wide variety of activities including overseeing the state’s capital construction program, providing state and federal grants for community development, developing the state budget, providing technology services, guiding agencies in state purchasing and contracting, and administering a program that provides federal funds for hurricane recovery.

Requirements

Two years of experience in information technology; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field.
An associate's degree in information technology; OR A bachelor’s degree.
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
NOTE: A certification in an approved area may be substituted for the education and/or experience requirements at the time of hire or promotion, provided the appointment is made from a Certificate of Eligibles.
Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application.
Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the technical environment, configuration, and programming required for the multiple functions of LaGov.
Ability to relate technical knowledge to the ERP Logistics component.
Experience with SAP R/3 software.

Responsibilities

Serves as a technical analyst, including designing, configuring, coding, testing, and debugging moderately complex programs to meet customers' business requirements.
Answers questions, provides assistance on system security, and resolves database integrity and maintenance issues.
Makes recommendations to solve system-related issues and problems.
Oversees the execution of critical periodic batch processes requiring on-call after-hours problem resolution.
Works with customers to ensure data integrity and refers users to other groups as needed for training.
Works with OTS and vendor staff concerning application designs, problems, and issues.
Prepares estimates and schedules for assigned tasks and provides input into the development of work plans for projects, ensuring successful completion with little supervision.
Assists in analyzing requests for changes to determine the impact on the system and all related programs and procedures.
Defines technical approach for approved enhancements, develops technical specifications for proposed modifications, and assists in setting priorities for changes.
Assists in analyzing and testing new releases (including primary application and complementary software, applications, tools, and utilities) and changes.
Develops test plans, conducts and documents tests, and evaluates and records results to ensure system functions properly.
Prepares for the implementation of new releases and changes by providing information required for revision of documentation, online help, training materials, and user notifications, or assisting with the establishment of production schedules and monitoring tasks.
Develops and maintains technical and project documentation for current systems, new releases, changes, or enhancements.
Identifies, investigates, and provides solutions to production systems problems, working with management and analysts to analyze issues, develop and evaluate alternatives, and perform necessary technical functions.
Participates in group meetings with other Analysts/Developers and/or OTS employees and Management to discuss new releases, potential change requests, application problems, and system change priorities.
Assists in planning and coordinating meetings with users and co-workers to understand business requirements, define technical approach, demonstrate applications under development, and ensure customer satisfaction and knowledge transfer.
Provides assistance for effective utilization of systems.
Performs all other tasks, special projects, analysis, studies, and plans as directed, which can include working with agencies to develop special reports, assisting in preparation for system and performance audits, creating special reports, working with LaGov Control Agencies to provide support, evaluating the impact of changes to other systems and agencies, and working on the development and installation of new applications or releases.