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Louisiana Department of State Civil Service IT STATEWIDE ASSOCIATE ANALYST 1/2/3/4 (AppDM/ERP HCM/HR/PAYROLL 167) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
IT STATEWIDE ASSOCIATE ANALYST 1/2/3/4 (AppDM/ERP HCM/HR/PAYROLL 167)
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IT STATEWIDE ASSOCIATE ANALYST 1/2/3/4 (AppDM/ERP HCM/HR/PAYROLL 167)
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
OTS 041524K ERG
Department
Division of Administration-Office of Technology Services
Opening Date
04/15/2024
Closing Date
5/6/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Supplemental Information
The Division of Administration/Office of Technology Services has a vacancy. This position is located in the Applications and Data Management Section. Req. 193072
This vacancy will be filled by new hire or by promotion of a current permanent status classified employee
Louisiana is a "State as a Model Employer" for People with Disabilities.
Substitution: Applicants who do not meet the minimum education or experience qualification may receive experience credit from Civil Service approved certifications for up to two years of experience, which may substitute for the bachelor's degree. Please see list of approved Certifications for Substitutions at https://www.doa.la.gov/doa/ots/careers/certifications-for-substitutions/ .
This vacancy participates in a career progression group and may be filled from this recruitment as a IT Statewide Associate Analyst 1 (TS-310), IT Statewide Associate Analyst 2 (TS-311), IT Statewide Associate Analyst 3 (TS-312) or IT Statewide Associate Analyst 4 (TS-313) depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant. The maximum salary for the IT Statewide Associate Analyst 4 is $ 96,325 . Please refer to the "Job Specifications" tab located at the top of the LA Careers "Current Job Opportunities" page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. A criminal history check may be conducted on employees changing positions including promotions, demotions, details, reassignments and transfers. Also, prospective employees may be subject to pre-employment drug testing. New hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government's E-verify system.
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application. The transcripts can be added as an attachment to your online application or faxed to (225) 219-1041. The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.
For further information about this posting, please contact:
Erica R. Gay
HR Specialist
Division of Administration/Office of Human Resources
email: Erica.Gay@la.gov
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A baccalaureate degree.
SUBSTITUTIONS:
An associate’s degree in information technology will substitute for the baccalaureate degree.
Two years of experience or training in information technology will substitute for the baccalaureate degree.
Candidates without a baccalaureate degree may combine experience or training in information technology and college credit to substitute for the required baccalaureate degree as follows:
30 to 59 semester hours credit will substitute for six months of experience or training in information technology towards the baccalaureate degree.
60 to 89 semester hours credit will substitute for one year of experience or training in information technology towards the baccalaureate degree.
90 or more semester hours credit will substitute for one year and six months of experience or training in information technology towards the baccalaureate degree.
A maximum of 90 semester hours may be combined with experience or training in information technology to substitute for the baccalaureate degree.
Six years of full-time work experience in any field may be substituted for the required baccalaureate degree.
Candidates without a baccalaureate degree may combine work experience in any field and college credit to substitute for the baccalaureate degree as follows:
30 to 59 semester hours credit will substitute for one year of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
60 to 89 semester hours credit will substitute for two years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
90 to 119 semester hours credit will substitute for three years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
120 or more semester hours credit will substitute for four years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
A maximum of 120 semester hours may be combined with experience to substitute for the baccalaureate degree.
NOTE:
A certification in an approved area may be substituted for the education and/or experience requirements at the time of hire or promotion, provided the appointment is made from a Certificate of Eligibles.
NOTE:
Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university .
Job Concepts
FUNCTION OF WORK :
Learns to assist in the analysis of information technology initiatives, business processes, and/or systems.
LEVEL OF WORK :
Entry.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED :
Direct from a higher-level IT Statewide professional with assigned supervisory responsibilities. May also receive supervision on a project basis from other IT Statewide professionals. Other reporting relationships may be approved by SCS.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED :
None.
LOCATION OF WORK :
Division of Administration, Office of Technology Services.
JOB DISTINCTIONS :
Differs from IT Statewide Associate Analyst 2 by the absence of independence in performing basic tasks in support of information technology initiatives, business processes, and/or systems.
Examples of Work
This is a full-time, on-site position located in the Greater Baton Rouge area.
The Office of Technology Services aims to be a responsible partner in delivering innovative, effective, and reliable solutions that support and enhance the IT functions within Executive Branch Departments. The Office of Technology Services will work to increase the return on the State's investment in technology by promoting smart decision-making, solving problems intelligently, increasing the rate of project success, and fostering a skilled and professional staff. The incumbent is responsible for supporting the Human Capital Management (HCM) modules of the State’s ERP system (LaGov) which runs on the SAP R/3 software. This is a professional journeyman level position on the HCM team in the Application and Data Management Section of OTS. The incumbent is a business analyst on the HCM team and must possess knowledge of the capabilities of the multiple functions of the ERP as well as specific knowledge of Time Management, Organizational Management, Personnel Management, Benefits, and Payroll modules. Additionally, the incumbent must have general knowledge of all of the other HCM Modules and must have the ability to relate this knowledge to the ERP system. Supervision is received by a general review from an IT Statewide Analyst or higher level authority.
Serves as an ERP HCM business analyst which includes support activities such as: system assurance tasks, answering questions, providing assistance, and making recommendations to solve moderately complex system and user related issues and problems; referring users to other groups as needed for training, system security issues, database assistance, communication problems, etc. Works with OTS and vendor staff concerning application designs, problems, and issues. Prepares estimates and schedules for assigned tasks and provides input into the development of work plans for projects; ensures successful completion with little supervision.
Assists in analyzing requests for changes to ensure compliance with state policies and practices and to ascertain impact to ERP application and users. Based on results of the evaluations or input from ERP users and other entities, such as DOA control agencies, develops business specifications for change requests and assists in the setting of priorities for the changes.
Assists in analyzing and testing new releases (which includes the primary application and complementary software, applications, tools and utilities) and changes. This includes such things as: developing test plans, conducting and documenting tests, and evaluating and recording the results to insure new release functions properly. Prepares for the implementation of new releases and changes by revising documentation, online help and training materials; preparing user notifications; or assisting with the establishment of production schedules and monitoring tasks.
Develops and maintains user and project documentation for current application as well as any new release or enhancement. This includes such items as: online help, user manuals and quick reference guides, test documentation, and training documentation.
Develops training materials (e.g. classroom materials, memos, articles, help scripts) for new users as well as continuing education programs for more experienced ERP users. This also includes working with the IT Statewide Manager, IT Statewide Analysts, and Associate Analysts in analyzing training needs, conducting or assisting in classes and workshops and evaluating training effectiveness.
Assists in planning and coordinating group meetings. This involves discussions concerning new releases, potential change requests, problems with the applications, and establishing priorities for system changes.
Assists in preparing and giving presentations. This includes agency seminars, workshops and application demonstrations to staff with various levels of expertise.
Performs all other tasks, special projects, analysis, studies, and plans as directed. This can include working with agencies to develop special reports; performing special tasks required by the Commissioner, Deputy Undersecretary, and other DOA Deputy and Assistant Commissioners (e.g. assisting in the preparation for system and performance audits, creation of special reports, working with the DOA/ERP Control Agencies to provide support); assisting in the evaluation of the impact of changes to other systems and the agencies; and working on the development and installation of new ERP applications or releases.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
Mardi Gras,
Good Friday,
Memorial Day,
Independence Day,
Labor Day,
Veteran's Day,
Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
* Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your_Retirement_System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system
Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
Agency
State of Louisiana
Address
For agency contact information, please refer to
the supplemental information above.
Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802
Phone
(866) 783-5462
Website
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm
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