Operational Engineering Technical Coordinator (Information Systems Specialist 7) 100 % Remote Work (Permanent full-time position)

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Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!  - Operational Engineering Technical Coordinator (Information Systems Specialist 7) 100 % Remote Work (Permanent full-time position)

Please Note: This is a permanent full-time position, NOT a limited duration role. Candidates that don't submit a 1) resume 2) cover letter and 3) completed application will not be considered.

This position serves as an intersection between the Legacy Payment Systems (JV, Check-Recon, Accounting Interface, Budget, and other financial accounting system applications), Oregon ONE Eligibility, Summer Meals (SEBT), and other Self-Sufficiency Program systems, executives, and staff to ensure all are aligned in the overall goals, implementation and ongoing operations and maintenance of the new Summer Meals Programs (SEBT) and other mission critical projects impacting this program.

As a Technical Coordinator, you will provide project management skills for small to medium scale projects. This includes facilitating discussions as needed, tracking project requirements, milestones, and deliverables, aligning objectives across multiple technical teams, and reporting project status to management. The Technical Coordinator will also require a level of technical expertise. They will provide support, architectural and testing guidance for technically sophisticated computer software and data systems that are foundational to the ongoing operation of large scale, mission critical computer systems within the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS).

In this role, you will facilitate the needs of development teams to help them analyze and resolve technical problems in the areas of customer assistance, operational maintenance, and construction. The customer base served includes technically sophisticated end-users, software vendors and suppliers, systems programmers, technical contractors, system management staff and various other systems operation staff.

Additionally, you will provide information system services to facilitate the proper functioning of the programs and daily operations. You will work with other system team leads, lead workers, co-workers, and managers responsible for coordinating one or more projects while developing work schedules and priorities for multiple assignments.

For a full review of the position description, please click here.

The Office of Information Service’s mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that support Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Department of Human Services in helping Oregonians achieve health, well-being, and independence.

More information about the Office of Information Services and current job opportunities can be found here 

If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

What We Are Looking For

Your application, résumé, and cover letter must clearly demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications, special qualifications (if applicable), and desired attributes. Applications that do not clearly show this experience will not be considered.

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.

(a) Six (6) years of information systems experience in technical project management

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(b) An Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field.

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four (4) years of information systems experience in technical project management

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(c) A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

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two (2) years of information systems experience in technical project management

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(d) Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field may substitute for all of the above.

Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application. The full list of desired attributes is linked in the position description above.

• Project Management knowledge including understanding of project management methodologies such as waterfall and Agile along with their respective processes, including familiarity with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet’s, Azure DevOps, etc.
• Experience in application support, development, programming, testing and/or database administration.
• High level knowledge of enterprise systems architecture including connectivity concepts of interfaces, IP addresses, ports, and protocols.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work with and facilitate diverse groups and individuals.  This includes the ability to prioritize workloads and the ability to analyze complex procedures, processes and polices. The person in this position must have experience coordinating projects with other Information Systems professionals, and in writing documentation according to established standards.  
• Strong Project Management skills including experience managing projects throughout the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Competence in creating project management artifacts such as timelines, budgets, responsibility and accountability matrixes, reports, etc.
• Ability to successfully coordinate across multiple teams including technical and business groups, and the ability to estimate resource and schedule requirements for complex system development efforts.

Desired Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience with Mainframe technologies (COBOL, VSAM, DB2, CICS, JCL, etc).

Application Guidance

How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter, and answer all supplemental questions. Candidates that don't submit a resume, cover letter and completed application will be declined

• External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.

After You Apply:

• Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
• Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
• We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

Reminders:

• Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job!
• This announcement is for1 vacancy, full-time, classified, Operations Engineering Technical Coordinator (Information Systems Specialist 7) position based in Salem, Oregon.
• This is a full-time remote position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter, Kyle Phillips at kyle.phillips@oha.oregon.gov

Benefits of Joining Our Team

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
• Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
• Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details

• The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
• Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

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The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.

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