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Senior Applications Analyst/Developer - ITS4

State of Minnesota • Alexandria, MN • 1w ago

Working Title: Senior Applications Analyst/Developer

Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 4

Agency: Minnesota IT Services

Job ID : 88585

Location : Various

Telework Eligible : Yes / Remote Worker

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Limited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 08/30/2025

Closing Date : 09/05/2025

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota IT Services

Division/Unit : Department of Children, Youth & Families (DCYF)

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $36.52 - $60.24 / hourly; $76,253 - $125,781 / annually

Job Class Option : Application

Classified Status : Unclassified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/) (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position serves our partners at the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF). The MNIT DCYF team supports critical systems and applications that ensure the welfare and development of Minnesota's children, youth, and families. You will be a part of a team that works to provide comprehensive services and support that nurture and protect children, enhance family well-being, and foster youth development across the state.

As a Senior Applications Analyst/Developer, you will provide advanced professional knowledge and skills in information systems problem identification, requirements definition and determination of alternative solutions and to provide the analysis, design, development (coding), testing, implementation and support of systems including, but not limited to, MAXIS and PRISM. The position will also provide lead work and be a subject matter expert in the analysis, design, development (coding), implementation and support of the assigned project work.

This is a Remote Worker position (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1447-remoteworker.pdf) , where the employees home address shall serve as their official work location and must be located within the continental United States. Remote work is a condition of employment.

Additional position details:

The position is temporary and includes full state fringe benefits; the position is anticipated to last up to three (3) years.

Multiple vacancies will be filled from this posting; All applicants will be considered for all vacancies.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume:

Position requires a minimum of four (4) years of technology experience as a Mainframe Application developer.

Experience must also include the following:

Analyzing, designing, programming, and testing applications

Working with Natural as a developer.

Ability to evaluate and recommend alternative solutions to solve system level problems.

Working within a large diverse System Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

Ability to deliver effective verbal or written messages that facilitate a mutual understanding amongst all parties.

Customer service skills that include active listening, empathy, and problem-solving.

A master's degree in Information Technology or an IT related field substitutes for three (3) years of experience, OR an IT related bachelor's degree substitutes for two (2) years, OR an IT related associate's degree substitutes for one (1) year.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Mainframe databases such as ADABAS, Oracle, Sybase, DB2, IMS, or similar.

Experience working with JCL and TSO in a developer role.

Previous development experience with the MAXIS system, including coding, enhancements, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify issues, evaluate alternatives, implement solutions, and assess effectiveness.

Ability to resolve system-wide complex problems with minimal supervision.

Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work across technical and non-technical staff.

Strong attention to detail with proven skills in documentation, estimation, analysis, and time management.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:

SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)

Criminal History Check

Reference Check

Social Security and Address Verification

Education Verification

Other legally required checks

Minnesota IT Services does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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