SDD Exprs Quality Assurance Analyst (Information Systems Specialist 5) 100 % Remote Work

Initial Posting Date:

05/20/2024

Application Deadline:

06/20/2024

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$5,291 - $8,001

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

SDD eXPRS Quality Assurance Analyst (Information Systems Specialist 5) 100 % Remote work

Job Description:

Monthly Salary Range: $5,291 - $8,001

This posting will remain open until filled. This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. Applications will be pulled in 2 week intervals from the posting date.

Please attach a current version of your resume and a cover letter that addresses the points listed under the section titled What We Are Looking For.

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Applications without complete Workday applications, a resume and cover letter will be removed from consideration.

The work of this role 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.

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Quality Assurance Analyst to join an excellent team and work to advance their IT operations.

The Office of Information Service's mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that support Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Department of Human Services in helping Oregonians achieve health, well-being, and independence.

More information about the Office of Information Services and current job opportunities can be found here

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,

• 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.

This is a full-time permanent opportunity for anyone to apply. This position is a classified position represented by a union.

This position falls under the Information Systems Specialist 5 classification.

What you will do!

The SDD eXPRS Quality Assurance Analyst will provide analytical and technical support for the operation and maintenance of information systems, design and construct new systems, or modify and enhance existing systems.

Provides information system services to facilitate the proper functioning of the eXPRS programs and daily operations. Support the agency's mission and program objectives through timely and accurate issue of benefits, including, but not limited to cash, food stamps, child support, provider pay, and medical by ensuring maximum availability of systems to end users. Work with other system staff under Team Lead and/or manager direction to accomplish development tasks supporting various projects and activities.

This position is responsible for all unit, system, and integration testing activities, software development Quality Assurance functions, and documentation of test results.

What we are looking for!

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: (Please clearly outline how you meet the minimum requirements in your application/resume/cover letter. Failure to do so might disqualify you from consideration)

(a) Four (4) years of information systems experience in Katalon, and/or Selenium automated testing frameworks and Enterprise Level Relational Database Analysis.

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

two (2) years of information systems experience in Katalon, and/or Selenium automated testing frameworks and Enterprise Level Relational Database Analysis.

OR

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

Required Skills:

• Strong understanding of Katalon, and/or Selenium automated testing frameworks

• Strong understanding of Relational Database Analysis and Design

• Strong communication and writing skills. Ability to translate user written test scenarios and test cases to automated system tests.

Preferred Skills:

Experience with the following:

• WebSphere Liberty 9 and Java 11

• IBM DB2 UDB systems and concepts

• Eclipse IDE Liberty 9 Plug In

• Git source control concepts

• Migration of enterprise-level legacy applications to modern technologies

• Standard web-based application interfaces

• Agile Software Development Methodologies

• API Integration with Power BI Services

• Responsive web design

• UI/UX Design

• Structured design and development on multiple technology platforms.

• IT Project Management

• Advancing health equity, addressing systemic health disparities, and collaborating with diverse, vulnerable, and underrepresented populations.

• experience developing in an object-oriented language.

• software development methods including analysis, design and programming standards and techniques.

• analyzing and validating user requirements.

• writing technical documentation.

• testing and debugging information programs and systems.

• file access methods.

• programming languages.

• information system analysis, design, and data management concepts.

• information systems operating software and operating systems language.

• standards and precedents for data design and formatting.

Required Knowledge:

• Knowledge in application testing methodologies and tools, testing procedures and documentation, test plan generation, test result remediation.

• This position requires experience in the System Development Life Cycle methodology and experience estimating resources and schedules for complex system development efforts.

General Knowledge of:

• operations and business of the organization.
• tools of user need analysis.
• product testing and quality assurance.
• vendor relations and coordination.
• statistical analysis to interpret results.
• current trends, technological changes and developments in infrastructure specialty(ies).
• network design.
• data security systems.
• information systems architecture.

Other Skills:

• solving system performance problems.
• establishing procedures for diagnosing and solving problems.
• coordinating problem solving and resolving resource competition issues.
• developing formal training in infrastructure specialty(ies).
• evaluating costs, specification, and organizational policies to recommend performance tuning.
• recommending modifications or enhancements to systems and policies.

What's in it for you?

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits

• Eleven (11) paid holidays.

• Eight (8) hours of vacation per month, eligible to be used after 6 months of service.

• Eight (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.

Working Conditions:

Staff working remote shall:

• Meet all responsibilities and perform all duties as if their role was performed in a traditional work setting.

• Comply with all agency policies, guidelines, and management directives.

• Maintain a professional demeanor in the performance of all duties.

• Meet and maintain performance expectations.

• Be available each week during traditional business hours, as determined by the business need.

• There may be times that a position or an individual must be located full-time, on-site, within traditional business hours. Times when on-site presence can be required include but are not limited to training, performance, business alignment, accommodations, or resource availability. To be eligible for remote work, staff must have a home workspace that meets all applicable technology, security and safety requirements including the ability to provide protection of confidential information.

How to Apply

• Complete the online application.

• Complete questionnaire

• Attach a resume.

• Attach a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the "What we are looking for?" section including required and preferred skills.

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Questions/Need Help?

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Voice: [503-509-3589]

Email: Kyle.Phillips@oha.oregon.gov

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Additional Information

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• PERS rate: The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details click here.

• Veterans: If you are a veteran, you may receive veteran's preference. Click here for more information about veterans' preference. To receive veterans' preference points, please submit the following required documentation when you apply:

• A copy of your DD214/DD215 form; OR a letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating you receive a non-service-connected pension for the five (5) point preference.

• A copy of your DD214/DD215 form; AND a copy of your veterans' disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veterans Affairs for the ten (10) point preference.

• Visa Sponsorship: Oregon Health Authority (OHA) does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. OHA is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

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Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected class under state or federal law. In addition, we do not discriminate, or screen applicants based on current or past compensation. To learn more about OHA's mission, vision, and core values, click here.

The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity.

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