Hybrid - Software Development Specialist 4

Current Department of Developmental Disabilities OCSEA employees shall receive first consideration pursuant to Article 17 of the collective bargaining agreement.

Hourly wage will be paid at step 1, unless otherwise specified by collective bargaining agreement or rules outlined in the ORC/OAC.

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123-2-02, “Background Investigations for Employment,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Developmental Disabilities.

No additional materials will be accepted after the closing date; in addition, you must clearly demonstrate how you meet minimum qualifications on your civil service application. Attachments to your civil service application are only supplemental and may not be considered.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted to schedule a mandatory in-person written assessment at our central office location.

Who are we?

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) mission is to partner with people and communities to support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families in realizing their version of a good life.

The Division of Information Technology Services (ITS) is responsible for the safe, efficient and responsible use of technology throughout the agency. ITS provides solutions that support DODD business.

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.

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 with Azure.

-Or completion of associate core program in computer science or information systems AND 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 with Azure.

-Or completion of undergraduate core program in computer science or information systems AND 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 with Azure.

-Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.

Job Skills: Software Development/Implementation

Technical Skills\: Information Technology, Technical Documentation

Professional Skills\: Collaboration, Growth Mindset, Managing Meetings, Developing Others, Continuous Improvement

Primary Technology\: Microsoft Azure (12 mos. experience required)

To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact ADA Coordinator Tamara Hairston at or by email at .

What will you do?

Collaborates with IT Architecture staff, Chief Information Officer, and IT Managers to design innovative Azure container applications (ACA) using logic apps, APIs, microservice architecture, and MudBlazor in C# solutions aligning with the agency's requirements.

Contributes to the analysis of the solution design business case and authors portions of the solution business case.

Leads and facilitates discussions with the development team, product owners, and business SMEs on the best approach to implementing designs.

Leads design reviews, writes, and reviews departmental code and/or configuration.

Conducts detailed alternative analyses and determine end-user requirements.

Identifies root causes for incidents and issues, offering solutions to prevent future defects.

Provides post-production support for applications, including error handling, logging, load balancing, failover, and additional tasks.

Mentors development staff on standards, best practices, leadership, and excellence in development.

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.

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.