Software Development Specialist 4

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Organization: Children and Youth

Agency Contact Name and Information: Ashley.Sydebotham@childrenandyouth.ohio.gov

Work Location:

246 North High Street Columbus, Ohio, 43215 United States

Compensation: $46.00 per hour

Schedule: Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–5 p.m.

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill: Software Development/Implementation

Who We Are

Our mission is to promote positive, lifelong outcomes for Ohio youth through early intervention, quality education, and family support programs. At DCY, we offer our employees a rewarding work experience in public service helping Ohioans achieve a sustainable lifestyle that includes generous benefit options and a flexible work life balance making our agency a great place to work! To learn more about DCY, please visit our website at Department of Children and Youth | Ohio.gov.

Location Requirements:

DCY’s core hours of operation are Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across DCY divisions. Employees may begin as early as 7:00 a.m. and as late as 9:00 a.m., based on supervisory approval. This position performs work on-site daily at DCY’s office space.

What You'll Do You will serve as a technical expert and strategic partner in designing, developing, testing, and supporting enterprise technology solutions that support agency operations. This role combines software development, systems analysis, architecture collaboration, technical leadership, business process improvement, and mentoring responsibilities. You will work closely with IT leadership, architects, business stakeholders, vendors, and development teams to deliver secure, scalable, and effective technology solutions that align with organizational goals. Solution Design and Business Analysis

• Collaborate with IT Architects, IT Managers, and business areas to design technology solutions that address agency needs.
• Analyze business requirements and help translate them into technical specifications.
• Assist with developing and documenting business cases that support technology investments.
• Evaluate alternative solutions and recommend the most effective approach.
• Lead design reviews and participate in architecture discussions.

Application Development and Technical Leadership

• Design, develop,

enhance, and maintain enterprise applications using technologies such as:

• C#/.NET
• VB.NET
• JavaScript
• HTML
• Visual Studio
• Oracle Database
• Microsoft SQL Server
• Stored Procedures and Triggers
• Azure Development Services
• Azure DevOps
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Optimize application performance through code improvements and system tuning.
• Promote software reusability and adherence to development standards.

Business Process and Documentation

• Define, document, and improve current and future-state business processes.
• Create and maintain technical and enterprise documentation.
• Develop recommendations for policies, standards, guidelines, procedures, and best practices.
• Produce technical position papers and implementation documentation for leadership review and approval.

Testing and Quality Assurance

• Develop test strategies and pass/fail criteria.
• Coordinate and oversee system, performance, and load testing activities.
• Evaluate technical environments to ensure software solutions will perform effectively.
• Identify and resolve software, hardware, and environmental conflicts before deployment.
• Conduct testing retrospectives and recommend continuous process improvements.

Production Support and Operational Excellence

• Provide support for business-critical applications after implementation.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues affecting users.
• Support highly available

environments that may utilize:

• Load balancing
• Failover solutions
• Clustering technologies
• Coordinate deployment schedules and implementation plans.

Mentorship and Communication

• Act as a technical resource for development teams.
• Research and identify solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Present technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Mentor peers and less-experienced staff through formal and informal training.
• Create technical documentation and learning resources to support team development.

Pay Information:

Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be step 1 of the salary range associated with this position. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Based on collective bargaining and legislative activity, there may be cost of living increases awarded annually. Additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below. Months of Employment At Hire6 Months18 Months30 Months42 Months54 Months66 Months 78 Months90 Months Pay Range 36/ OCSEAStep 1 Step 2Step 3Step 4Step 5Step 6Step 7Step 8Step 9 Hourly $46.00$48.28$50.66$53.13$55.72$58.55$61.46$64.52$67.75 Annual $95,680$100,422$105,373$110,510$115,898$121,784$127,837$134,202$140,920

Additional Information

Visa Sponsorship:

The Ohio Department of Children and Youth does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship.

Supplemental Questions:

All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments will not be considered as part of your application.

Selection Process:

Selection devices such as a structured interview, proficiency instrument, and/or assessment may be required for this position. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency with a passing score of applicable selection device to be considered for this position. Regardless of a passing or failing score, all results will be maintained for 6 months.

Applicants with a passing score will be retained and utilized for a 6-month period. Applicants with a failing score in the same position may not re-take the same selection device for a 6-month period.

Travel Requirements:

Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation or in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver’s license.

Background Check:

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Why Work for the State of Ohio:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications: 60 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: providing solutions design, developing project plans with project manager or recommending approach through defining tasks and/or leading meetings relating to programs for computer applications including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology as specified by the agency position description & job posting.

-Or completion of associate core program in computer science or information systems 42 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: providing solutions design, developing project plans with project manager or recommending approach through defining tasks and/or leading meetings relating to programs for computer applications including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology as specified by the agency position description & job posting.

-Or completion of undergraduate core program in computer science or information systems 36 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: providing solutions design, developing project plans with project manager or recommending approach through defining tasks and/or leading meetings relating to programs for computer applications including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology as specified by the agency position description & job posting.

-Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above. Note: The official position description on file with the designated agency is to reflect the required, primary technology directly relating to the duties of the position. only those applicants possessing the experience in the required, primary technology listed in the position description & job posting are to be considered for any vacancies posted. The job posting must list the required technology commensurate with the position in question.

Job Skills: Software Development/Implementation

ADA Statement:

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace:

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.