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User Experience Development Specialist - ITS 14Print (overnmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/4544186)ApplyUser Experience Development Specialist - ITS 14Salary$34.78 - $50.85 HourlyLocationLansing, MIJob TypePermanent Full TimeJob Number0801-24-22-35ssDepartmentTechnology, Management and BudgetOpening Date06/14/2024Closing Date6/30/2024 11:59 PM EasternBargaining UnitNON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)+ Description+ Benefits+ QuestionsJob DescriptionJob Description: This position serves as the Enterprise Solutions User Experience Development Specialist for all State of Michigan (SOM) eMichigan enterprise solutions. The Center for Shared Solutions (CSS) provides and oversees shared enterprise-wide services that all state agencies leverage in varying capacities and this individual will act as the expert Enterprise User Experience Development Specialist between CSS and all state agencies, DTMB agency services, EPMO, and vendors.The CSS eMichigan team supports all state agencies and specific services also support local government partners, regional organizations, and federal programs. eMichigan is responsible for the vision, development and design of Michigan’s digital imprint. The organization’s focus is to bring enterprise customer-centric government to the State’s residents and businesses and provide reliable services to agencies to support their business needs. eMichigan contains the following service areas:+ Michigan.gov Web Content Management System+ Collaboration & Digital Workspace+ Design, Usability and ADA+ Geospatial Services+ Mobile and GIS application development team+ Microsoft Azure DevOps+ Address Cleansing+ Customer-Centric Government ProgramThis position will be responsible for overseeing and leading the front-end development activities involved with enterprise-wide solutions provided by eMichigan service areas, specifically the Michigan.gov Web Content Management System, Design, Usability and ADA, Geospatial Services, Mobile and GIS application development team, and the Customer-Centric Government Program. The position provides critical oversight for the user interface development of system implementations that affect the enterprise systems and understanding the impacts that projects will have on DTMB Agency Services, agency customers and external partners. This role will be responsible for overseeing planned changes and future enhancements to the end user interfaces of eMichgian solutions as well and the Enterprise Digital Guidelines design system. This specialist serves as Subject Matter Expert for front-end development, responsible for developing front-end coding standards and patterns, providing oversight of the interface builds of new responsive design web applications, as well as serving as instructor and mentor for application front-end developers.The duties of the Enterprise Solutions User Experience Development Specialist directly relate to DTMB strategic goals of improving customer satisfaction, responsible use of taxpayer revenue, reduction of audit findings, and maximizing employee performance. By working across all agencies and all eMichigan services, the Enterprise Solutions User Experience Development Specialist can ensure solutions have a superior user experience for our customers and improve operational efficiencies.This position requires an extremely high level and varying degree of technical skills, initiative, and must keep current with new and emerging technologies, and practices in applications, SOM standards and policies in order to provide for the needs across the agencies and external partners.This position must be able to function with a minimum of direct supervision and requires a high degree of direct contact DTMB project and technology teams. This position will be involved in understanding client Agency’s business objectives and aligning that information with the solutions to support these objectives. This position will also provide technical leadership and guidance to vendors leveraging Digital Guidelines and accessing the eMichigan environments for projects across SOM agencies.View thePosition Description (tate.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/24-22-35a PD.docx) here.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:+ Thorough knowledge and skills in developing responsive web applications utilizing tools and techniques such as WCAG compliant HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.+ Demonstrated expertise creating and developing in component-based architectures utilizing web components or frontend frameworks such as Angular, React, and Vue.+ Extensive experience developing pixel perfect user interfaces based on high-fidelity mockups and prototypes from tools such as Sketch or Figma.+ Thorough knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act compliance standards and best practices for responsive web applications.+ Familiarity and knowledge of usability analysis, Human-Centered Design and the Software Development Lifecycle.+ Knowledge and proven skills in enterprise scale information technology solutions design and development and industry best practices is required.+ Experience with gathering and defining business and technical requirements for projects and working with project teams and vendors through implementation, testing and acceptance of project requirements.+ Experience with implementations and operational aspects of enterprise solutions/services+ Knowledge and experience with geospatial technologies+ Skills of complex problem solving, time management, negotiation, and deductive reasoning.+ Ability to analyze instructions and data.+ Ability to convert specifications to computer language.+ Ability to gather and analyze facts, define problems, and devise solutions.+ Ability to communicate technical terminology at a level appropriate to the audience.+ Ability to work independently and in a team environmentDesirable:+ Knowledge of and/or experience with Microsoft Office platform+ Knowledge of and/or experience with application security and security risk assessments.+ Knowledge of and/or experience with Collaboration ToolsDTMB-Jobs (ichigan.gov/dtmb/0,5552,7-150-71700---,00.html)Required Education and ExperienceEducation and ExperiencePossession 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.ExperienceInformation Technology Specialist 14Three 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 ExperienceAn 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.ORAt 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.Additional Requirements and InformationCertain positions may be assigned subclass codes and individuals appointed must possess the required specialized experience.View the job specifications at:ichigan.gov/documents/InformationTechnologySpecialist\_12734\_7.pdfYou must apply for this vacancy through the NEOGOV system; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions in submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications will not be accepted.If applicable, attach copies of official college transcripts to your application. (Internet version of transcripts will not be accepted) Failure to attach applicable transcripts may result in your application being screened out.You mustattacha detailed resume to your application (word or pdf). You will also need to attach (word/ pdf)a cover letter describing what strengths and work experience you bring to this position. Failure to do so will result in your application packet being screened out as incomplete.Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.More details on benefits for our new hires are below:Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available atwww.mi.gov/employeebenefits.Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available ati.gov/orsstatedc.Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans.Information (ov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.Professional Development:To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.Updated: 2/28/2401INTCSPL – Do you possess a bachelor's degree or higher 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 and at least three years of post-degree 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. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. OR 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, project management, mathematics or equivalent; and at least two years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information technology technician; and 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. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. OR At least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school and at least four years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information technology technician and 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.+ Yes+ No02Select your level of experience developing frontend components for an enterprise Web Content Management System(s) (WCMS).+ None+ Up to 1 year+ 1 to 3 years+ 4 to 5 years+ More than 5 years03If you indicated you have experience working with a WCMS, please describe your experience, including the name of the system(s) you have supported and duration working with each system. If you have none, write N/A.04Select your level of experience developing enterprise design system components.+ None+ Up to 1 year+ 1 to 3 years+ 4 to 5 years+ More than 5 years05If you indicated you have experience developing enterprise design system components, please describe your experience and technologies involved.06Select your level of experience creating and utilizing with web components built with StencilJS.+ None+ Up to 1 year+ 1 to 3 years+ 4 to 5 years+ More than 5 years07If you indicated you have experience creating and utilizing web components built with StencilJS, please describe your experience, including the name of the system(s) you have supported and duration working with each system. If you have none, write N/A.08Select your level of experience developing WCAG compliant HTML.+ None+ Up to 1 year+ 1 to 3 years+ 4 to 5 years+ More than 5 years09Select your level of experience developing in SASS+ None+ Up to 1 year+ 1 to 3 years+ 4 to 5 years+ More than 5 years10Select your level of experience developing applications utilizing Angular.+ None+ Up to 1 year+ 1 to 3 years+ 4 to 5 years+ More than 5 years11If you indicated you have experience working with Angular, please describe your experience, including the name of the system(s) you have supported and duration working with each system. If you have none, write N/A.Required QuestionAgencyState of MichiganDepartmentTechnology, Management and BudgetAddressDTMB-HR@michigan.govElliott-Larsen Bldg., 2nd fl., 320 S. Walnut StreetLansing, Michigan, 48909PhoneAttn: HR OfficeWebsitewww.michigan.gov/dtmbApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email