Programmer Analyst

State of Maine•Augusta, ME

72d

About The Position

As a Programmer Analyst, you'll work with a team of developers with various degrees of experience, supporting the development and maintenance of computer programs and data warehouses. You'll interact with Enterprise Data Services customers daily as you complete various tasks. Assignments can vary between multiple applications and projects.

Requirements

Knowledge of high-level programming languages and enterprise class application development tools such as PL/SQL, SQL Developer, and Oracle APEX
Knowledge of program documentation procedures. Knowledge of structured programming.
Knowledge of all phases of the project development cycle.
Knowledge of systems analysis and design techniques.
Knowledge of state government or business application areas.
Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
Ability to communicate effectively via verbal or written communication methods
Familiarity with application testing techniques and processes.
A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Sciences or an equivalent industry certification -OR- an Associate's Degree in Computer Information Science with 1 year application development experience -OR- 2 years application development experience.

Responsibilities

Evaluates existing code and migrate current functionality into new technology
Test and debug programs to ensure proper functionality
Educate users on the use of programs and program features
Create documentation in support of enhancements and reported issues
Writes final user, system, and program documentation in order to facilitate system use and future modifications.
Maintains existing systems and responds to problems in order to ensure programs remain effective.
Leads or participates in walk-throughs of system and program designs, coding, and testing in order to minimize occurrence of program problems.
Attends and participates in vendor, agency, and computer-based training programs in order to develop technical skills and expand knowledge of automation technology products and capabilities.

Benefits

Work-Life Balance - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
Retirement Plan - The State of Maine contributes 14.11% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
Gym Membership Reimbursement - Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts - Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness - The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
Living Resources Program - Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child-including fathers and adoptive parents-receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation - Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.