Information Systems Technician I - Systems and Programming

Office of the Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias
Job Title: Information Systems Technician I
Division: Information Technology - Systems and Programming
Union: IFT
Location: 501 S Second St, Springfield, IL - Sangamon County
Salary: $4,865.00 monthly, commensurate with experience

Overview:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the development of new Drivers programs, as well as enhancements and maintenance of existing Drivers programs and related sub-systems.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in the planning, analysis, design, development, and support of Drivers programs of varying size and complexity; maintains sub-systems of a large Drivers Services processing system and understands integration points to make relevant modifications when necessary; hands-on technical experience using technologies including COBOL, CICS, and JCL is required; a strong working knowledge of DB2, SQL, and stored procedure experiences is also required. HTML, CSS, and XML interface development experience is preferred.
• Based on project specifications, utilizes applicable tools to design flowcharts, process models, and use cases in preparation for program development and testing.
• Assists in analyzing test results for the detection of technical programming errors.
• Assists in assessing and formulating strategies to improve efficiency of existing applications, maintenance, and enhancement processes.
• Prepares and modifies detailed programming documentation in accordance with established documentation standards.
• Responsible for test plan development, execution, and unit testing verification.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of one year of college, with Computer Science coursework or one and one-half (1.5) years of technical systems and/or programming experience.
• Hands-on technical experience using technologies including COBOL, CICS, and JCL is required.
• A strong knowledge of DB2, SQL, and stored procedure experiences is also required.
• HTML, CSS, and XML interface development experience is preferred.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Requires a valid Illinois Driver's License.

Application Process:

• Please visit to apply by completing the online application; you may also upload a resume or other attachments as needed.
• Preference will be given to Illinois residents in the hiring and selection process, in accordance with the Illinois Secretary of State Merit Employment Code.
• Questions regarding this posting or Illinois Secretary of State employment practices may be directed to Job Counselors at our Personnel offices in Chicago ) or Springfield ).

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the United States.
Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability.