Information Services Specialist I (Opton C-Client Services) (Upward Mobility)

Agency : Department of Human Services

Opening Date: 6/26/23
Closing Date/Time: 07/10/2023
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $4,738 – $6,964 per month
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Sangamon; Champaign; Coles; Cook; DeKalb; DuPage; Jackson; Madison; McLean; Rock Island; St. Clair; Winnebago
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC063

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.

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

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

Posting Identification Number 28-32-27482

Position Overview

Under immediate supervision of the DHS (Department of Human Services)/DoIT (Department of Innovation & Technology) Cornerstone Unit Manager, assists in providing one-on-one support and training to Cornerstone users throughout the State of Illinois. Assists in responding to Cornerstone system users’ problems in support of the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) program, Early Intervention, Family Case Management, BCCP and other applications offered by the Division of Family and Community Services and the Department of Public Health. Receives on-going guidance and training to become fully knowledgeable of all Cornerstone systems. Conducts system testing, writes test scripts and assists with the development of test plans. Travels in the performance of duties.

Job Responsibilities

  1. Assists in providing one-on-one support and training to Cornerstone system users throughout the State of Illinois.
  2. Assists in responding to Cornerstone system users’ problems in support of the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) program, Early Intervention, Family Case Management, BCCP (Breast and Cervical Cancer Program) and other applications offered by the Division of Family and Community Services and the Department of Public Health.
  3. Receives on-going guidance and training to become fully knowledgeable of all Cornerstone systems.
  4. Conducts system testing, writes test scripts and assists with the development of test plans.
  5. Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

  1. Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of two (2) years of college with course work in computer science or directly related fields. OR Satisfactory completion of an agency sponsored training program.
  • Qualifying state employees in the Upward Mobility Program shall have the stated requirement of this classification waived by successful completion of specific proficiency tests and training programs

Preferred Qualifications

  1. Elementary knowledge of SQL, programming, and database concepts.
  2. Elementary knowledge of Information Technology concepts and principles, the theories and functions of computer systems, and the principles and techniques of Information Technology documentation.
  3. Ability to analyze and diagnose system issues and coordinate efforts to resolve.
  4. Developed verbal and written communication skills to present information to others with clarity and precision.
  5. Ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with others.

Conditions of Employment

  1. Requires ability to travel.
  2. Requires ability to keep abreast of new developments in the Information Technology field.
  3. Requires ability to pass a name-based background check.
  4. Requires ability to use agency-supplied equipment (cell phone, laptop, etc.).

*The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm Monday-Friday
Work Location: 100 South Grand Ave E Springfield, IL 62762

Health and Human Services/DHS

Bureau of Application Management

Unified Health Systems/Cornerstone

100 S. Grand Avenue East, Springfield, IL

401 S. Clinton, Chicago, IL

1717 Park Street, Naperville, IL

705 N. Country Fair Drive, Champaign, IL

608 W. St Louis, East Alton, IL

225 N. 9th St., East St Louis, IL

342 North St., Murphysboro, IL

501 W. Washington, Bloomington, IL

171 Ex. Parkway, Rockford, IL

1629 Afton Rd., Sycamore, IL

1550 Douglas St., Charleston, IL

3561 60th St., Moline, IL

Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov

Job Family: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics; Social Services

About the Agency: 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.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
• A Pension Program
• Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually – (10 days in year one of employment)
* Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour Work Schedules (as applicable)
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program – A supplemental retirement plan
• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

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.

Qualifying state employees in the Upward Mobility Program should follow the Upward Mobility Policy Guidelines when applying for this title.

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:

  • donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
  • systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Job Category
Science and Engineering
Job Type
unspecified
Salary
USD 4,738.00 - 6,964.00 per month
Country
United States
City
Springfield
Career Level
unspecified
Company
State of Illinois
JOB SOURCE
https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Information-Services-Specialist-I-%28Opton-C-Client-Services%29-%28Upward-Mobility%29/1044162700/