IT Applications Developer - COBOL/Mainframe
State of Nebraska

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Hiring Agency:
Administrative Services - Agency 65

Location:
Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:
$28.702

Job Posting:
JR2024-00011409 IT Applications Developer - COBOL/Mainframe (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
11-27-2024

Job Description:
The person in this IT Application Developer position on the OCIO FIN/REV team will be working under direct supervision of other team members on medium to complex COBOL development projects in support of critical line-of-business systems. The job will include the functional and technical design, implementation, and ongoing support of medium to complex systems. The job will work closely with other team members to write, debug, test, and document programs in COBOL.

The candidate will work with personnel from other agencies to help support their mainframe solutions. Knowledge of these complex systems will be needed in order to answer questions, address issues as they arise, and make modifications on a timely basis.

This position is in person at 501 South 14th Street, Lincoln, NE 68508
The working hours Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm

Job duties

This person will work with senior and lead developers to learn complex mainframe systems while consulting with agencies on development projects. They will participate in the full range of software product development activities, including requirements gathering; analysis and definition; functional and technical design; coding and testing; implementation, and production support with supervision from senior and lead developers. This person will be required to be on call off-hours to assist with issues that may arise outside of normal work hours. This is an on-site position only, in Lincoln NE.

This person will need to have an understanding of how data is passed between web applications and mainframe applications, and issues that could arise in those communications. This person will be working on multiple projects at once and, will need to have the ability to prioritize projects in order to meet project goals.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree in computer programming or similar area.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience using Cobol, JCL, DB2, VSAM, Compuware Topaz Workbench. Experience with configuring and troubleshooting complex COBOL systems. Experience with all aspects of the software development lifecycle, estimating projects, production support.

Other: Regular and reliable attendence is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Candidates must be service oriented, have strong interpersonal and analytical skills that include working directly with various levels of business and technical staff to determine sound technical solutions for business requirements. Candidate must have strong technical, organization and planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Benefits

Look at what we have to offer!
• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment

At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!


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.

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