Senior Systems Engineer (Information Systems Specialist 8) 100 % Remote Work

Initial Posting Date:

07/24/2023

Application Deadline:

06/09/2024

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$7,149 - $10,826

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Senior Systems Engineer (Information Systems Specialist 8) 100 % Remote work

Job Description:

Monthly Salary Range: $7,149 - $10,826

The work of this role may be conducted remotely with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. MUST reside in the United States to qualify for full-time remote work.

This posting is open until filled. If you are interested, please apply as soon as possible, as the posting may be taken down at any time.

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 completed applications, attached resumes and cover letters will be removed from consideration.

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Systems Engineer 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 Health 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 8 classification.

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

What you will do!

This position provides technical leadership to the SDD Mainframe team and consultative support for future modernization. This position serves as Senior Systems analyst for multiple applications and systems. The Senior Systems Analyst works with customers to define and translate business requirements into technical requirements in the creation of application systems. The Senior Systems Analyst analyzes, designs, develops, tests and implements application systems, as well as maintaining existing systems. The Senior Systems Analyst is responsible for adherence to current documentation requirements as applicable.

The Senior Analyst directs and coordinates all levels of the data and process modeling, work process, user interface design, and technological infrastructure design. The Senior Systems Analyst mentors and supports the other members of the team in their various roles and responsibilities. If the team includes contract staff or temporary staff, the Senior Systems Analyst is responsible for providing quality assurance and oversight for contractors or temporary staff.

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) Seven (7) years of related Mainframe Technologies experience.

OR

(b) An Associate's degree or higher 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 5 years of Mainframe Technologies experience.

OR

(c) A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field AND three (3) years of Mainframe Technologies experience.

OR

(d) Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field AND one (1) year of related Mainframe Technologies experience.

Desired Attributes

• Current knowledge of industry best practices and trends in the field of systems architecture.

• Mastery of concepts, methodologies, techniques and tools of system development, and have in-depth knowledge of them.

• Ability to select, and adapt where necessary, those which are appropriate and support their use by a team, and participate in the advancement of systems delivery concepts, methodologies, techniques, and tools.

• Excellent oral and written communications skills and the ability to work with and facilitate diverse groups and individuals.

• Ability to prioritize workloads and the ability to analyze complex procedures, processes and policies.

• Project management experience is an asset to this position.

• Knowledge of relational database structures; design and development of high volume, complex systems; estimating resources and schedules for complex system development efforts.

• Experience in object-oriented design.

• Experience with service-oriented architecture (SO).

• Knowledge of EA frameworks.

• Experience with web-based systems.

• Experience with computer-related modeling.

• Experience with legacy mainframe systems.

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?

If you need assistance to participate in the application process including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act, please call or email Kyle Phillips

Voice: [503-509-3589]

Email: Kyle.Phillips@dhsoha.state.or.us

TTY users please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service: 1-800-735-2900. For technical support, please call toll free 1-855-524-5627, for customer service assistance.

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.

• Background Check: If you are offered employment, your offer will be contingent upon the positive outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check. The information will be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.

• 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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Working Conditions:

Position may require periodic travel throughout the state. At times, weekend and evening work will be necessary to meet customer demands and department deadlines. Occasional evening and weekend work is normal for this position.

While performing the duties of this job, you will be in an open landscape environment and may be exposed to the sounds and activity of those working around you. These conditions may be in high traffic areas with moderate to loud noises and frequent interruptions. This position requires the ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously, sometimes within short time frames.

This position involves frequent contact with executives, management, and staff both internal and external to the organization. It requires working with a variety of people and situations, which requires the incumbent to exercise diplomacy. Confidentiality of information must be maintained at all times. Often travel to meetings is required with some travel to trainings. There can be frequent interruptions, demanding timeframes, and non-traditional working hours. The location of this position is in an office, cubicle and/or an agreed upon remote work environment with significant use of a computer and video conferencing.

• This position requires the ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously, sometimes within short time frames, and interface effectively with business partners.

• Position requires maintenance of tight deadlines and close coordination of a large number of tasks.

• Deadlines and department requirements may create stressful situations.

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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