Working Title: z/OS Systems Programmer - ITS3 or ITS4
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 3
Agency: Minnesota IT Services
Job ID : 96675
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes #LI-Hybrid
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 09/02/2026
Closing Date : 09/08/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota IT Services
Division/Unit :Office of Enterprise Tech / Mainframe Systems Support
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Information Technology Specialist 3 Salary Range: $33.96 - $55.83 / hourly; $70,908 - $116,573 / annually
Information Technology Specialist 4 Salary Range: $37.07 - $61.14 / hourly; $77,402 - $127,660 / annually
Job Class Option : Systems Software
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
Information Technology Specialist 3 FLSA Status : Nonexempt
I nformation Technology Specialist 3 FLSA Status : Exempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
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 will be part of the Enterprise Services team, which delivers a full suite of services to state agencies, boards, councils, and commissions, and many central services to local government partners.
As the z/OS Systems Programmer with Minnesota IT Services (MNIT), you will be responsible for the reliable operation, maintenance, and support of our mainframe environment. This role involves close collaboration with Console Operators, Programmer Analysts, and user groups to ensure system availability and performance for business-critical applications.
Effective communication with end-users and leadership is essential to align maintenance with business needs. You will also research and evaluate new product versions, assess system dependencies, and explore alternatives for offloading workloads to non-mainframe platforms. All changes are thoroughly tested in controlled environments before production deployment to maintain system stability and efficiency.
This vacancy is being posted at the Information Technology Specialist 3 and Information Technology Specialist 4 levels. Only one (1) vacancy will be filled, and the classification will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications.
This position requires an employee to work onsite at 600 North Robert Street, St Paul, Minnesota at least 50% [or more or less if space limitations remain] of the time, with limited telework available. Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) eligibility depends on residence:
Candidates living in Minnesota or within 50 miles of the worksite in a bordering state (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin) may telework up to 50%.
Minnesota residents living more than 50 miles from the worksite may be eligible to telework more than 50%.
Candidates living 50 miles or more from the worksite in a bordering state may work onsite 100% or may be telework eligible if relocating within 50 miles.
Minimum Qualifications
To qualify, candidates must clearly show all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips available here (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/hiringprocess.jsp) **:
Information Technology Specialist 3 level** :
Position requires a minimum of three (3) years of IT related experience.
Experience must include:
BM Job Control Language (JCL), ACF2, JES2 in addition to IBM System Modification Program function (SMP/E).
File organizations and access methods.
Knowledge of IBM zSeries computer hardware.
Knowledge of IBM mainframe operating system software.
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that facilitates mutual understanding.
Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experiences.
Education in Information Technology (IT) or an IT related field may substitute for experience as follows: a master's degree for eighteen (18) months of experience; a bachelor's degree for one (1) year; and an associate's degree for six (6) months.
Information Technology Specialist 4 level :
Position requires a minimum of four (4) years of years of IT related experience.
Experience must include:
BM Job Control Language (JCL), ACF2, JES2 in addition to IBM System Modification Program function (SMP/E).
File organizations and access methods.
Knowledge of IBM zSeries computer hardware.
Knowledge of IBM mainframe operating system software.
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that facilitates mutual understanding.
Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experiences.
Education in Information Technology (IT) or an IT related field may substitute for experience as follows: a master's degree for eighteen (18) months of experience; a bachelor's degree for one (1) year; and an associate's degree for six (6) months.
Strongly Preferred Qualifications
Experience administering Work Load Manager (WLM) on¿z/OS¿including the tuning and optimization of workloads.
Knowledge of current CA MICS (Management Information Control System).
Ability to analyze problems in a logical manner and to isolate failing components.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience preparing technical documentation, memos, or reports used by system operations or technical team
Ability to work well with all kinds of technical and non-technical personnel
Knowledge of supporting SMR, LDAP Server, and others.
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 Checks (applies to current and past state employees only)
Criminal History Check
Reference Check
Social Security and Address Verification
Education Verification
CJIS Background Check
Other legally required checks
Minnesota IT Services does not participate in the federal E-Verify program. Minnesota IT Services is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions, and cannot complete Form I-9 or any other documentation requiring employer participation in E-Verify. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.
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.
