SOFTWARE SUPPORT ANALYST Date: May 31, 2024 Req ID: 40403 Location: Pine Bluff, AR, US, 71603 Category: DEPT OF CORRECTIONS Anticipated Starting Salary: $51,761.50 Position Number: 22181126 County: Jefferson Posting End Date: 6/7/2024 Anticipated Starting Salary: $51,761.50 Location: IT - Administration Annex East - Pine Bluff The mission of the Department of Corrections is to be a public safety resource for Arkansas families by providing professional management solutions and evidence-based rehabilitative initiatives for offenders. All DOC positions are designated as Safety Sensitive Positions and are subject to random drug testing pursuant to the Secretarial Directive governing Personnel Drug Testing. Medical marijuana usage, as defined in Amendment 93 of the Arkansas Constitution, prohibits Personnel in a Safety-Sensitive Position from the use of medical marijuana even if they are qualifying patient under the amendment and/or hold a registry identification card. Department Personnel are prohibited from the use or possession of a medicinal marijuana card pursuant to this policy and state law. Position InformationClass Code: D052CGrade: IT05FLSA Status: EXEMPTSalary Range: $51,761.00 - $75,054.00SummaryThe Software Support Analyst is responsible for developing and implementing applications programs/systems, writing maintenance and enhancement programs, and providing technical assistance to staff. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.FunctionsDesigns system by developing general design and system flow charts, formatting screens and reports, establishing data base requirements and file structures, and writing detailed program specifications. Codes, tests, debugs, and documents programs, and implements programs/systems. Participates in evaluating user requests to determine project feasibility and impact on current systems. Writes test scripts, test files, and runs programs to determine if user needs are met. Writes documentation and runs books to assure consistent system usage. Provides technical assistance and/or training to peers, other departmental personnel, and users concerning system usage and development. Researches problems and corrects system errors. Performs other duties as assigned.DimensionsOccasional or frequent twenty-four (24) hour on-call duty required.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of current computer languages and their respective programming techniques. Knowledge of applicable data processing technical standards, documentation procedures, and testing/debugging techniques. Ability to think through a logical sequence of necessary events, in terms of computer language, to produce a desired end product. Ability to devise or modify procedures to solve complex problems considering computer equipment capacity and limitations, operating time, and form of desired results. Ability to develop, implement, maintain, and enhance diverse programs. Ability to prepare project plans and program test scripts.Minimum QualificationsThe formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, or a related field; plus two years of experience in programming and/or system analysis. OR Completion of technical training in software, data processing, or a related field acquired from a vocational, military, or industrial setting; plus two years of experience in programming and/or systems analysis. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.LicensesNoneThe State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Nearest Major Market:Little RockNearest Secondary Market:Pine Bluff
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