Software Development Apprentice / Associate

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

9d • $24 - $34

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through the following programs: Cash and Food Assistance Employment Services and Workforce Development Unemployment Insurance Adult Protective Services Child Support Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands-on dedicated way. You can make a difference in someone’s world! Guiding Principles We will be a leader in customer satisfaction. We will have a reputation that attracts and retains talented, diverse, and dedicated employees. We get better at what we do every day. Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. This position will be filled as either the Apprentice or Associate level, depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. Both positions are considered entry-level, developmental roles. The distinctions are listed below. Software Development Apprentice : Minimal experience in the field. One-year time limit. Upon meeting qualifications for the associate, and meeting all performance expectations, employees may automatically progress to the Associate level. Software Development Associate : Some experience in the field. Two-year time limit. Upon meeting qualifications of the software development specialist 1 and meeting all performance expectations employees may automatically progress to the next level. Those who already meet the minimum qualifications for the Associate level may be hired directly into this role, bypassing the Apprentice stage. You’ll be learning and working under the guidance of more experienced professionals within the Bureau of Innovative Solutions & Services. Your job duties will involve supporting them with tasks while gaining hands-on experience and knowledge in the field of software development.

Requirements

• Software Development Apprentice: 1 course or 2 months experience in Information Systems/Information Technology, or a related field including but not limited to: Software Engineering/Development, Data Analytics/Business Intelligence, Database Administration, Network, IT Security and Help Desk/Customer Support
• Software Development Associate: Option 1: 18 mos. combined work experience &/or training in any combination of the following: developing and/or modifying programs for computer applications, performing testing & debugging & assisting with analysis & design.
• Software Development Associate: Option 2: Successful completion of IT Apprenticeship program at designated agency.
• Software Development Associate: Option 3: Completion of associate core program in computer science or information systems.
• OR Equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.

Responsibilities

• Shadow experienced IT professionals to gain hands-on experience.
• Software Development: Write clean, scalable code using C# and .NET.
• Application Maintenance: Assist in debugging and troubleshooting existing applications.
• Testing & Deployment: Assist in testing applications and deploying software updates.
• Collaboration: Work with senior developers, designers, and stakeholders to improve applications.
• Provide technical support to users.
• Write database queries.
• Document IT processes and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree