Business and Technology Application Specialist Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Business and Technology Application Specialist 
Salary $84,353.00 – $126,529.00 Annually Location Wake County, NC Job Type Permanent Full-Time Remote Employment Flexible/Hybrid Job Number 25-04106 ITD 65028256 Department Dept of Health and Human Services Division

SEC OFFICE – INFO TECH

Opening Date 04/23/2025 Closing Date 5/6/2025 5:00 PM Eastern Job Class Title Application Systems Specialist I Position Number 65028256 Salary Grade

DT10 DESCRIPTION

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Description of Work

• This Role Is Eligible To Be Hybrid And Has Onsite Reporting Located Within Raleigh, NC
• This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds
• The Business and Technology Applications Specialist serves as a senior-level systems analyst and developer responsible for designing, configuring, developing, and maintaining enterprise-level applications within the department’s technology environment.

This role focuses on supporting and modernizing complex, large-scale applications spanning Sybase ASE, Oracle, and Unix-based platforms. The position operates with a high degree of technical independence and must quickly analyze new and existing systems to implement innovative, efficient, and compliant technical solutions. Duties include application development, system administration, and mentoring other developers in industry best practices, Agile methodologies, and emerging technologies. This role participates in strategic planning, performance tuning, technical design reviews, system troubleshooting, and support for modernization efforts. Candidates must demonstrate expertise in database development, Unix scripting, and data integration, with preferences for experience in web-based tools, cloud-based platforms, and enterprise-level reporting and workflow automation technologies.

Key Duties Include:

Analyze, design, and develop enhancements for complex business applications using Sybase ASE, Oracle, and Unix-based environments. Create, modify, and optimize SQL queries and stored procedures to support large-scale applications and reporting systems. Develop and maintain scripts and programs using C/C++, Java, Shell scripting, and PERL. Support enterprise data integration workflows and ETL processes using tools such as SAS Data Integration. Provide production support and troubleshooting for applications deployed across Unix (Solaris/AIX) operating systems. Participate in Agile teams using Scrum or Kanban and collaborate across IT and business units. Document technical procedures and maintain project artifacts throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Support the development and configuration of reports and dashboards using tools such as SAP Business Objects and Tableau. Collaborate on automation, workflow integration, and scripting using platforms like ServiceNow, Microsoft Power Platform, and Smartsheet. Facilitate secure data transfers and file management through protocols such as FTP/SFTP and MFT tools like GoAnywhere. About the NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS): The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. About the NC 

DHHS Information Technology Division:

In collaboration with our partners, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) protects the health and safety of all North Carolinians and provides essential health and human services. The IT division (ITD) is one of the divisions that report to the Operational Excellence portfolio. The ITD division comprises six sections: Implementation and Operations, Strategy and Workforce, Enterprise Technology, Vendor and Finance, Data and Analytics, and Cyber and Privacy. Team ITD offers the following services but not limited to implementations, operations, project/portfolio management, infrastructure, consulting, business division liaison, digital transformation, IT strategy, enterprise technology, IT contract and vendor management, and data office services.

Compensation and Benefits:

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

Visit website for benefits:

https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits. For more information about

DHHS:

https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies Listed below are the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with the position. These KSAs, along with the minimum education and experience listed, are required in order to be deemed “eligible” for the position therefore you must provide supporting information, within the body of your application, to demonstrate your possession of each KSA listed. Qualified applicants must possess, and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following Experience with Sybase ASE database administration.
Experience with developing/troubleshooting SQL queries and relational database design within Sybase ASE or Oracle databases.
Programming experience using Shell scripting, C/C++, Java, and PERL.
Demonstrated experience with Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) workflows or data integration tools (e.g., SAS DI).
Proven experience supporting and troubleshooting systems operating in Unix environments (e.g. Solaris or AIX).

Management Preferences:

Experience with Managed File Transfer (MFT) solutions such as GoAnywhere.
Experience with IBM mainframe systems and COBOL programming.
Experience using modern data warehouse platforms (Databricks, Azure Synapse, Microsoft Fabric, AWS RedShift). Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See https://oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details. Qualified applicants must possess, and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or an IT related field or related technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of progressive experience in business application consulting or development;
OR
Associate degree in computer science or an IT related field or related technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of progressive experience in business application consulting or development;
OR
High School or General Education Development (GED) diploma and eight years of experience in business application consulting or development;
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience Supplemental and Contact Information The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about

DHHS:

https://www.ncdhhs.gov/. DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard, who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered “Positions of Trust” will be subject to a criminal background check. Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant’s transcript. Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution. The Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.

NOTE:

Applicants will receive communication via email only for updates on the status of their application or any questions on their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov. To check the status of an application, please log in to your NC Government Job Opportunities account and click “Application Status”.