Senior Analyst/Developer (Information Systems Analyst II Opt A)

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

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 provides professional and advisory services to for the Hospital/Data Entry sub-systems in the Bureau of MMIS Services. which does vital work in supporting the Illinois Medical Assistance Program. This position will support computer system utilizing COBOL, JCL, Informatica, SQL and HIPAA X12 data processing utilities. The ideal candidate will be familiar with IMS online, batch, and DB2 environment. If you possess the knowledge, 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 carry over year to year • 3 paid personal business days per year • 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years • 10 weeks of paid maternity/paternity 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 At the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), we value staff as our greatest asset. We work in a spirit of teamwork to help millions of Illinoisans access high quality healthcare and fulfill child support obligations to advance their physical, mental, and financial well-being. We provide healthcare coverage for children and adults through Medicaid and other medical programs, and we help ensure that children receive financial resources from both their parents through Child Support Services. The HFS Office of the Inspector General investigates, audits and reviews program activity to ensure the integrity of our programs is maintained. HFS is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation. HFS is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of college with course work in computer science or directly related field
Requires three (3) years of professional experience in Application Services or a related Information Technology field
Requires three (3) years of experience utilizing COBOL, TELON, and databases created in Access, SQL and HIPAA X12 utilities in the IMS online, batch, and DB2 environments
Requires three (3) years of experience with WTX X12 mapping in MMIS System and Services
Requires three (3) years of experience with IT project management and methodologies
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 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 ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 10 pounds. This is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds
Requires ability to travel in performance of duties
Requires ability to work outside of normal business hours to meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years of experience with COBOL, JCL, Informatica, SQL and HIPAA X12 utilities in the IMS online, batch, and DB2 environments
Three (3) years of experience with WTX X12 mapping in the MMIS Systems and Services
Three (3) years of experience with IT project management and methodologies
Extensive knowledge of hardware and software, languages, and procedures to provide assigned technical and analytical services
Three (3) years of experience analyzing data logically and exercise sound judgement in defining and evaluating problems of an operational or procedural nature
Three (3) years of experience gaining and maintaining effective working relationships with associates, vendors, clients, and others
Three (3) years of experience utilizing verbal and written communication skills to present technical information to others with clarity and precision

Responsibilities

Under administrative direction, serves as a Senior Analyst/Developer for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) supporting the Department of Healthcare & Family Services (HFS) conducting complex, professional and advisory functions for the Hospital/Data Entry sub-systems in the Bureau of Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS) Services
Interprets results and analyzes technical improvements made to the Hospital/Data Entry sub- systems
Develops program and system specifications for various complex systems, including system flow charts, audit trails, and control procedures
Coordinates the development of major revisions of a complex systems project
Consults with user groups and bureau staff regarding production and/or program problems
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

Benefits

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 carry over year to year
3 paid personal business days per year
13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
10 weeks of paid maternity/paternity 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