Senior Systems Analyst

The Oregon Health Authority has a fantastic opportunity for two (2) Systems Analysts to join an excellent team and work to advance their IT career. 

This posting will be used to fill two positions. These positions will remain open until filled.

Applications will be pulled in 2-week intervals from the original posting date.

These are full-time permanent opportunities for anyone to apply. These are classified positions and are represented by a union.

The work of these roles may be conducted remotely with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. Candidates must reside in the United States to work 100% remote.

What you will do!

As a Systems Analyst you will provide requirements documentation, systems analysis, design and development, strategic planning and project coordination support to the Office of Information Services (OIS). The Office of Information Services supports the OHA and ODHS applications including, but not limited to, web-based, client-server, Mainframe and database solutions.

Efforts include a focus on the design, development and implementation of OHA and OHDS applications per agency policies, procedures, processes, and standards. Responsibilities include: assisting with requirements gathering and analysis, feasibility analysis, creation and support of business database access software (both client and server); development, implementation and maintenance of Internet sites and applications; project and system planning, design and development of new systems. In this role you will also prepare information technology (IT) reports, help develop presentations for delivery by other staff, and provide project coordination.  The position’s emphasis is on system analysis and programming. Strong customer (internal and external) orientation, and excellent communication and analytical skills are required. 

A key focus for this position will be to play a technical leadership role on key computer applications in the Adults and People with Disabilities (APD), Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD), Child Welfare (CW), Oregon Eligibility Program (OEP), and Self Sufficiency Program (SSP) areas with the Oregon Department of Human Services. The primary systems this position supports include: the Payment Systems (SJV); Accounting Interface (AI); Check Reconciliation (CR); Garnishments; and other Mainframe applications that support these program areas. 

This position will provide leadership and help execute and implement consistent repeatable coding and testing practices within the team.

What we are looking for:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Please clearly outline in your application/resume/cover letter how you meet the minimum qualifications. Failure to do so will remove you from consideration)

(a) Six (6) years of information systems experience in Mainframe Applications (Please outline which Mainframe applications you have experience with)

OR

(b) An Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field; AND four (4) years of information systems experience in Mainframe Applications (Please outline which Mainframe applications you have experience with)

OR

(c) A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field AND two (2) years of information systems experience in Mainframe Applications (Please outline which Mainframe applications you have experience with)

OR

(d) Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field may substitute for all of the above.

DESIRED ATTRUBUTES:

• Significant knowledge of mainframe applications and processes is required.  Experience using web services (and associated tools) and object-orientated analysis, design and programming techniques is highly desired.  Senior-level knowledge of relational database techniques related to application development.  Excellent oral and written communication skills. 
• Senior-level expertise usage of PCs.
• A senior-level knowledge of mainframe environments, using COBOL and structured programming techniques, is required.  Education, training and experience for business application using CICS, TSO, Easytrieve, VSAM and DB2. 
• Web service experience is desirable.
• Ability to use DB2 at an application analyst level for efficiency.  Good understanding of the usage of tables, indexes, constraints, triggers, stored procedures in DB2 is highly desired.
• Customer service skills including the ability to meet goals in a timely manner, action-oriented, take ownership, manage time and work effectively both independently and in a team environment
• Strong communication (written and oral) and listening skills must complement product knowledge, and enable the applicant to provide clear instruction and assistance in person, over the phone or via email

What's in it for you?

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• 11 paid holidays
• 8 hours of vacation per month, eligible to be used after 6 months of service
• 8 hours of sick leave per month, eligible to be used as accrued
• 24 hours of personal business leave per fiscal year, eligible to be used after 6 months of service
• Pension and retirement programs 
• Opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• Continuous growth and development opportunities
• Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work
• A healthy work/life balance, including fulltime remote options as well

Monthly Salary Range: $6,268 - $9,472

The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:

• Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
• Becoming an anti-racist organization
• Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
• Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.
• Click here to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values.

How to Apply

Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-163639