Software Development Specialist 1 (PN 20013716)

Who We Are Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish. What You'll Do The Office of Management Information Systems (OMIS) administers the computer-based management systems across the ODH enterprise. The office is responsible for maintaining ODH computer networks and servers and for the development and implementation of strategies that support the current and future technology needs of the agency. We are seeking a Software Development Specialist 1 to develop and/or modify programs for computer applications, perform testing and debugging and assist with analysis and design. The primary technology for this position is Software Testing/Quality Assurance (QA) Tools. This position will: Write manual and automated test cases and/or scripts for unit and systems testing to validate software functionality, usability and performance with minimal to no supervision Execute test scripts and assist in executing functional test scripts independently Verify and document test results to ensure software is producing desired results Assist in creating and maintaining test cases, test scripts, and test data to conduct performance testing and security scanning Create or set-up test data for performing test scenarios Assist in supporting user acceptance testing Perform software implementation tasks, including source control and deployment activities Create and/or modify necessary software testing documentation (e.g., test plan, test cases, automated test scripts, performance testing scripts) in accordance with agency standards Use report generators, data manipulation tools, data query tools (e.g., SQL), program tracing/debugging tools, software development tools and versioning tools as required Additional Information Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This is an hourly position , with a pay range of 33 on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule. Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 33, Step 1 of the union (OCSEA) Pay Range Schedule ($34.53 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($36.20 per hour) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter. Application Procedures: We only accept applications submitted online through this portal (careers.ohio.gov). To be evaluated for the role, your application must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. We cannot give credit for experience, education, or training unless it is explicitly stated in the application. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed. ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR APPLICATION. Status of Posted Position: You may check the status of your application by signing in to your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Background Check Information: The final candidate selected for this 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. Educational Transcript Requirements: Official educational transcripts are required for all post-secondary education claimed on the application before a formal job offer can be made. Transcripts must be provided within five (5) working days of the request; failure to provide them will cause elimination from further consideration. Transcripts must be originals sent directly from the institution featuring an institutional watermark, ink stamp, or embossed stamp. Web printouts will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to evaluate the credibility of any degree or educational institution.