Application Systems Analyst

Location: Wake County, NC

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Agency

NC State Highway Patrol

Division

NC State Highway Patrol

Job Classification Title

Applications Systems Analyst II (NS)

Position Number

65043068

Grade

DT09

About Us

The North Carolina State Highway Patrol's primary mission is to reduce collisions and make the highways of North Carolina as safe as possible. The NCSHP has more than 1,600 troopers who cover nearly 80,000 miles of North Carolina roadways, more than any other state except Texas. In addition to enforcing the state's traffic laws, state troopers also guide traffic during hurricane evacuations, re-route traffic around hazardous chemical spills, and they stand ready should any act of terrorism occur. State Troopers are committed to protecting North Carolina's motoring public.

Description of Work

Are you a technology-driven problem solver who enjoys transforming business needs into innovative technology solutions> The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is seeking two Application Systems Analyst to join our team and play a key role in supporting, enhancing, and optimizing enterprise applications.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Key Responsibilities

Applications and Systems Development

• Serve as a technical resource for assigned application and systems-development initiatives

• Configure, maintain, and support application services, including web and database servers

• Diagnose and resolve application and system failures

• Provide user support for internally developed enterprise applications

• Ensure compliance with applicable data-security requirements for internally developed applications and systems, as well as

• data associated with externally provided vendor applications and stored within the SHP enterprise environment

• Participate in system testing, validation, deployment, and post-implementation support

• Evaluate technical solutions and recommend improvements to system functionality, scalability, and performance

Database Support

• Provide Microsoft SQL Server database support, including performance tuning and complex troubleshooting

• Develop and execute advanced queries, scripts, and reports supporting operational, analytical, and mapping requirements

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

Recruitment Range: $81,504-$100,000 Annually

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge,
skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. If you possess any of the following skills or qualifications, please include them in your application:

• Proficiency with SQL and relational database management using Microsoft SQL Server

• Proficiency with C#/.NET and the ASP.NET framework

• Proficiency with Entity Framework Core and LINQ

• Proficiency with jQuery for making AJAX web-service calls

• Proficiency with CSS

• Experience using PowerShell for data workflows

• Experience with Drupal and the LAMP development stack

• Understanding of Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)

• principles and compliance requirements

Position/Physical Requirements:

• Typical work schedule: Monday – Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor's degree in computer science or an IT related field or related technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution

AND

two years of experience in business application consulting or development; or Associate degree in computer science or an IT related field from an appropriately accredited institution

AND

three years of experience in application consulting or development;

OR

High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and six years of experience in business application consulting or development; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The Highway Patrol’s Technical Services Unit supports all information technology needs of the organization and enables the Patrol’s public safety mission through secure, reliable, and resilient IT services.

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The NC State Highway Patrol (NCSHP) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence.

https://www.ncshp.gov

The Mission of the North Carolina State Highway Patrol is to protect our State with integrity, loyalty, and professionalism. The North Carolina State Highway Patrol will excel as a national leader in public service through innovative law enforcement, strategic preparedness, and community engagement.

We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. NCSHP supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.

Application Resources

 Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
• Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. The hiring process may take several weeks.
• Be sure to complete the application in full. Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting. Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59:59 PM on the night prior to the closing date.  

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), NCSHP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, NCSHP will ensure that persons with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.
 
Employment Eligibility
It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and NCSHP that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) before or on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

CONTACT INFORMATION:

North State Highway Patrol

512 North Salisbury Street

Raleigh, NC 27610

Email: HR-Workday-Recruitment-Employment@ncshp.gov

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Angela Anita Avant-Jones

Recruiter Email:

ANGELA.AVANT-JONES@NCSHP.GOV