Application Development Programmer/Analyst
Job Title: Application Development Programmer/Analyst
Job Requisition ID: 48805
Closing Date: August 14, 2025
Salary: $6,952/month
Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Work Location: (Hybrid) 1301 Concordia Ct, Springfield, IL 62702
Union Position: Yes
Work Authorization:
• US work authorization required at time of application
• No sponsorship available
• Not eligible for F1 OPT/CPT
• W2 only – no contract conversion
Transcripts are required for consideration
Questions? Email: doit.recruitment@illinois.gov
Position Overview:
Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values its staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is hiring a Programmer/Analyst to support the Department of Corrections (DOC).
In this role, you will:
• Develop, support, and enhance client-server and web-based systems
• Assist users in resolving issues with daily operations
• Conduct feasibility studies and evaluate user IT needs
• Analyze system alternatives and make technical recommendations
Benefits Include:
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible work schedules (when available)
• 10–25 vacation days annually
• 12 sick days annually (carryover eligible)
• 3 personal business days per year
• 13–14 paid holidays per year
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Pension through State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Pre-tax programs: MCAP & DCAP
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
More info: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
Why Work for Illinois?
Working for the State of Illinois means being part of something bigger. Whether you're improving schools, protecting resources, or supporting families, your work impacts lives across the state. We offer flexible jobs, gold-standard benefits, and strong career advancement opportunities.
Essential Functions:
• Support and enhance applications for DOC
• Analyze user requirements and technical problems
• Conduct system studies and make recommendations
• Stay up to date through ongoing training and seminars
• Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
• Four (4) years of college coursework in computer science or related field
• One (1) year of professional experience in application services or related IT field
Preferred Qualifications:
• 1+ year experience designing, coding, testing, and maintaining applications using PowerBuilder, C#, or VB.Net
• Experience with MS SQL 2008+ or other databases (stored procedures, triggers, performance tuning)
• Experience using PowerBuilder IDE, Visual Studio, Azure DevOps, SharePoint, or Dynamics CRM
• Familiarity with SSRS and SSIS
• Experience using Windows 10+ and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Visio)
• Strong communication skills
• Knowledge of feasibility studies and system analysis
• Ability to collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders
Conditions of Employment:
• Must verify identity and disclose criminal history
• Must have valid US work authorization
• Must pass a background check and drug screen
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel required
• May need to work outside normal hours
• Must use agency-supplied equipment
• Must attend training, seminars, or conferences
• Ability to lift/carry up to 10 lbs
• Subject to State’s zero-tolerance drug policy (including cannabis use)