IT Applications Analyst
State of Nebraska

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Hiring Agency:
Supreme Court - Agency 5

Location:
Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:
$32.503

Job Posting:
JR2024-00009687 IT Applications Analyst (Open)

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Job Description:
The Judicial Branch is a state-funded Branch of Government that offers medical/dental/vision, $20,000 free basic life insurance, state-matched 156% retirement plan, 13 paid holidays, earned paid vacation and sick leave, and more.

This classification level is responsible for assisting the courts and probation division in managing the deployment of software applications, assessing and implementing data application enhancements at district offices. Responsibilities related to project management, which may include developing structure recommendations for software applications; assessing impact to data and analyzing system processes, technology and user needs; developing implementation requirements and planning for application modification; acting as liaison between development staff, analysts, management, and end users; testing application enhancing; and documenting technology requirements.

Additionally, this role involves overseeing infrastructure components related to software deployments, such as network configurations and hardware setups, ensuring alignment with best practices and compliance standards. Responsibilities also include managing the integration of new technologies into existing infrastructure, and ensuring that all systems are reliable, scalable, and secure.

JOB DUTIES:

1. Coordinates applications, systems, and database upgrades or changes; deploys and implements applications modules and processes; tests and analyzes new implementations; and ensures the efficiency and security of applications, systems, and database.

2. Identifies or consults with end-users regarding business goals and user needs; analyzes applications, systems, and database to identify areas of improvement or sources of errors; provides recommendations to improve system efficiency and security; assist in developing modification implementation strategies and plans; collaborates with the project team to develop and implement work plans, including assigning work and tracking project progress.

3. Monitors the performance of infrastructure systems, including networks, servers, and databases, and conducts quality assurance for assigned infrastructure projects.

4. Prepares, maintains, updates, and reviews a variety of technical records and reports. Presents to and trains end-users on application changes.

5. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

The above essential duties represent only the key areas of responsibilities.

Positions assigned to IT Applications Analyst may be responsible for:
•Serves on departmental and/or other technology committees.
•Provides training and develops instructional materials to assist users with systems, software, and hardware usage.
•Assists in developing and managing project plans.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related area; 3 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

All educational credits must be granted from an accredited institution approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education.

The Judicial Branch values our employees as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We recruit, hire, train and promote in all job qualifications at all levels without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or genetics. The Judicial Branch complies with Veterans Preference Laws.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Knowledge Requirements:

• Applicable applications and software systems;
  
• System analysis and application design principles;
  
• Applicable programming principles and/or languages;
  
• Troubleshooting techniques and procedures;
  
• Database maintenance techniques and methods;
  
• Recordkeeping principles;
  
• Technical and instructional documentation development method;
  
• Customer service principles;
  
• Project management principles.
  
• Infrastructure Technology Standards (e.g., ITIL, ISO/IEC standards);
  
• Vendor and Contract Management;
  
• Regulatory and Compliance Requirements.
  

Skill Requirements:

• Analyzing systems and user requirements;
  
• Developing computer applications;
  
• Troubleshooting applications and software systems;
  
• Managing and maintaining database;
  
• Maintaining operational records;
  
• Managing projects;
  
• Developing technical and instructional documentation;
  
• Providing customer services;
  
• Communicating technical information to non-technical audience;
  
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction;
  
• Proficiency in Project Management Methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, PRINCE2);
  
• Knowledge of Infrastructure Technologies (e.g., networking, cloud computing, data centers);
  
• Leadership and Team Management.
  

Physical Requirements:

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.


Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.

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