IT Solutions Architect supporting MDOC (IT Specialist 14)

The Department of Technology, Management and Budget supports the business operations of the state agencies through a variety of services including Information Technology project delivery, maintenance and support. This position is within the Agency Services area of DTMB. 

We are looking for a person who understands the value of public service and wants to help us meet the needs of our citizens. Above all, we are looking for someone that is passionate about customer service and being a leader. This person needs to be an excellent communicator, meaning you can effectively make oral and written reports, presentations and prepare clear and concise documentation.  We would love someone who is a motivator and leader.  You must be organized, have good time management skills, and know the importance of a timeline. We want someone who is reliable, honest and who keeps their commitments to colleagues and customers.  You need to embrace diversity and learn to communicate effectively with a wide range of professionals.  Strong communications skills are a must.

This position serves as an Architect providing MDOC architectural solutions within the SOM infrastructure. Propose designs for the MDOC technology framework with emphasis on architectural changes. Provide technical expertise and consultation on system design with all divisions of DTMB and other state agencies. Assist in implementing networking techniques and methods based upon analysis and research of project needs. Interpret system design needs and client requirements for system development staff. Serve as a technical resource for escalated issues and validate outcomes. Identify, research, evaluate, and lead implementation of new emerging technologies, standards, and services. Ensure system architectural designs meet security guidelines, usability, reliability, performance, and maintainability.

If you are a self-motivated person who wants a challenge and to work in a high paced environment, we are really interested in hearing from you.

  The state of Michigan offers a competitive work experience that includes a tuition reduction program at several key higher education institutes if you would like to advance your education, good benefits, excellent vacation and sick time policies and an ability to successfully juggle your work and family life. We would like the opportunity to share with you more about the benefits of working for the state and joining the state of Michigan employee family if you are interested.  Please consider sending in your application today.

SIGNING BONUS:

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $2,500. Up to $1,250 to be paid upon new hire and the remainder to be paid after satisfactory completion of the initial probationary period (12-month period). This does not apply to current state employees.

Classifications for the $2,500 bonus are:

Information Technology Infrastructure Analyst

Information Technology Programmer/Analyst

Information Technology Project Coordinator

Information Technology Project Manager

Information Technology Specialist

Required Education and Experience

**Please submit a copy of your official college transcripts with your application. **

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree with at least 21 semester (32 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, information assurance, IT project management or mathematics.

Experience

Information Technology Specialist 14 

Three years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst P11 or one year equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst 12.

Alternate Education and Experience

An associate's degree with 16 semester (24 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, mathematics or equivalent; and at least two years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information technology technician and four years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst P11 or one year equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst 12.

OR

At least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school and at least three years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information technology technician and four years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst P11 or one year equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst 12.

This position will be available on our website until 07/30/2024.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply for this position, please visit our website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/4561707/it-solutions-architect-supporting-mdoc-it-specialist-14. 

Thank you and we look forward to reviewing your application. 

$34.78 - $50.85 Hourly