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Junior Developer (Information Services Specialist I opt A - UMP)

Junior Developer (Information Services Specialist I opt A - UMP)

State of IllinoisSpringfield, IL, US
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Job Requisition ID : IS48899

BPIS : 09961

Start Date : 8 / 11 / 2025

Closing Date : 08 / 25 / 2025

Agency :   Department of Healthcare and Family Services

Class Title :  INFORMATION SERV SPECIALIST I - 21161

Skill Option :   Applicaton Services - Information Technology - UMP Certificate

Bilingual Option :   None

Salary : Anticipated starting salary $5,637; Full salary range $5,637-$8,026

Job Type : Salaried

Category :  Full Time

County : Sangamon

Number of Vacancies : 1

Bargaining Unit Code :   RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME

Merit Comp Code :

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement / labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview :

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. serves as a Junior Developer for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) supporting Health & Family Services (HFS) assisting in performing professional application services assignments of limited scope. This position requires team membership skills, special technology related skills (denoted above), good communication skills, ability to work under pressure gracefully with tact and deftness, handle multiple high priority projects contemporaneously, and successfully complete large and small projects to successful outcomes in a timely manner. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team!

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including :

  • Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
  • Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
  • 10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
  • 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
  • 3 paid personal business days per year
  • 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
  • 12 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
  • Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
  • Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link : https : / / www2.illinois.gov / cms / benefits / Pages / default.aspx

The Department of Innovation & Technology (DolT) is the state's IT agency delivering an enterprise approach to statewide technology, innovation and telecommunication services, as well as policy and standards development, lifecycle investment planning, and cybersecurity services. With over 1,500 employees, DolT delivers IT services and innovative solutions to customer agencies to improve services provided to Illinois residents, DolT offers employees the opportunity to advance their careers, develop new skills and reach their potential, both personally and professionally. DoIT is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation.

Essential Function

  • Under immediate supervision, serves as a Junior Developer f or the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) supporting The Department of Health & Family Services (HFS) assisting in performing professional application services assignments of limited scope
  • Performs beginning level web-based development and administration with an emphasis on gaining knowledge, experience, and proficiency in the concepts of Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM, and Microsoft Power Platform and related technologies including Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), Visual Studio, .NET, C#, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), XML, JavaScript, SQL, MS Office 365 and Azure DevOps
  • Assists with efforts to gather user requirements and develop specifications for Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM, Microsoft SharePoint and Adobe Experience Manager solutions
  • Keeps abreast of new developments in the Information Technology field by continuing education through meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above

    • Minimum Qualifications

    Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of two (2) years of college with course work in computer science, application services, or directly related fields.

    Requires satisfactory completion of an agency sponsored training program.

    Qualifying state employees in the Upward Mobility Program shall have the stated requirements of this classification waived by successful completion of specific proficiency tests and training programs

    Specialized Skills

  • Requires a working knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM, Microsoft Power Platform and related technologies including Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), Visual Studio, .NET, C#, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), XML, JavaScript, SQL, MS Office 365, and Azure DevOps

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM, Microsoft Power Platform and related technologies including Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), Visual Studio, .NET, C#, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), XML, JavaScript, SQL, MS Office 365 , and Azure DevOps
  • One (1) year of experience assisting in the development and administration of web-based Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM and Microsoft SharePoint solutions
  • One (1) year of experience performing beginning level-based Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM and Microsoft SharePoint development and administration with an emphasis on gaining knowledge, experience, and proficiency in the concepts of Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM and Microsoft SharePoint and related web technologies
  • One (1) year of experience participating in efforts to gather user requirements and develop specifications for Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM and Microsoft SharePoint solutions with an emphasis on gaining knowledge, experience, and proficiency in the process
  • Requires elementary knowledge of hardware and software, languages, and procedures to provide assigned technical and analytical support services

    • Conditions of Employment

  • Requires the ability to verify identity
  • Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with State of Illinois
  • Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check
  • Requires self-disclosure of criminal history
  • Requires the ability to work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines
  • Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone and any other required equipment or devices
  • Requires the ability to attend seminars, conferences, and training to remain current on methods, tools, ideologies or other industry related topics relevant to job duties
  • Requires ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 10 pounds. This is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds

    • The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and / or related to any duties included in the position description

    Work Hours : Monday - Friday 8 : 30 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m.

    Work Location : 2200 Churchill Rd, Springfield, Illinois, 62702

    Email : HFS.DPASApps@illinois.gov

    Posting Group :   Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

    This position DOES contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

    APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

    Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

    If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.

    State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.

    Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.  If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

    If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources :

    State employees : Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

    Non-State employees : on Illinois.jobs2web.com  – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

    This title is within the Upward Mobility Program. General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Title

    Descriptions. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.

    The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses :

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