The ideal candidate for this position will possess 2+ years experience working with BI applications, have a strong analytical background, strong project management skills and work ethic, ability to maintain strong working relationships with multiple stakeholders, and the capacity to multi-task and navigate changing circumstances.
HIGHLIGHTS
This is a full time (40 hours per week) position conveniently located in Hartford, CT, easily accessible to all major highways.
LOCATION: OPM, Office of Labor Relations
ADDRESS: 450 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT
WORK HOURS: Full-time, first shift, 40 hours per week
SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday
DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO
Be responsible for managing a BI portfolio of projects as part of the Statewide Analytical Reporting System (STARS) team.
Work with departments and agencies to analyze and document data reporting needs.
Recommend and develop solutions including dashboards and visuals.
Assist in data architecture and administration activities.
We offer a competitive benefits plan that includes healthcare coverage, a retirement plan as well as paid time off, including 13 paid holidays per calendar year.
We encourage a strong work/life balance for all state employees, including access to hybrid telework options.
We offer opportunities for professional and personal growth.
As a loan forgiveness organization, you may be able to qualify for one or more State or Federal loan forgiveness programs.
ABOUT US
At the State of Connecticut, Office of Policy and Management (OPM), we report directly to the Governor and provide information and analysis that the Governor uses to formulate public policy for the state. We also assist state agencies and municipalities in implementing the law and public policy on behalf of the people of Connecticut. We prepare the Governor’s budget proposals; implement and monitor the execution of the enacted budget; and oversee the executive branch agencies that report to the Governor.
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In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.
The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
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After You Apply:
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At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.
The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
Within a state agency information technology division this class is accountable for the management and direction of information systems, applications development, systems maintenance, and similar information technology functions as well as technical and support staff.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Examples of the duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
In the capacity of a program manager, will be involved in hands-on development and support of Oracle Business Intelligence application (OBIEE/OBIA) which is the Statewide Analytical Reporting System (STARS).
Work on Business Intelligence (BI) design and requirements gathering sessions to document user requirements, workflow, and data needs.
Translate user requirements into architecture and design documents to develop data models, end user reports, dashboards, and visuals.
Collaborate with STARS user community and other stakeholders to increase STARS awareness and adoption, and identify opportunities for cross-agency data reporting collaboration to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Coordinate with statewide PeopleSoft ERP (Core-CT) on data staging, cleanup, conversion, reporting, and integration.
Research latest market trends in the BI space and identify tools and solution to fit the needs of the STARS community.
Assist with implementation of system upgrades and modifications to the underlying platforms.
Assist with identification, development and execution of user documentation and training material.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Plan and Deploy for Business Results, which includes the ability to develop and implement business plans, IT plans, budget plans, and human resource plans in order to maximize budget allocations, technology, personnel and other resources to achieve agency and program goals.
Lead Change, which includes innovation, the ability to be a creative problem solver and a strategic thinker, and the ability to recognize and develop opportunities to grow and develop information technology services in response to customers and a changing work environment.
Focus on Results and Quality, including exercising and promoting accountability, and the ability to analyze surveys, financial and other data, and use strategic planning and performance measurement techniques to continuously improve performance and maintain competitiveness.
Understand Customers and Markets, which includes the ability to establish customer satisfaction and loyalty, forecast and conduct market analyses, keep ahead of industry trends and incorporate “best practices” into information technology operations.
Lead People, including the ability to resolve conflict, communicate effectively, coach and train employees, recognize performance, and foster diversity and teamwork.
Build Coalitions, including the ability to explain and advocate facts and ideas in a convincing manner, to negotiate with individuals and groups internally and externally, to gain cooperation from others, and to identify the internal and external politics that impact the work of the organization.
Business Knowledge, including knowledge of the technical, professional, procedural and legal requirements of the specific information technology area.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Ten (10) years of experience in computer or network administration, architecture, operations, production control, systems development, information technology analysis and planning.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE
Three (3) years of the General Experience must have been in a lead capacity.
NOTE: For state employees this is interpreted to be at the level of an Information Technology Analyst 3.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
College training in computer science, management information systems or a closely related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor’s degree.
A Master’s degree in computer science, management information systems or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
For state employees four (4) years of experience as a Computer Operations Supervisor may be substituted for the Special Experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The preferred candidate will have:
Two plus years of experience in Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition (OBIEE).
Two plus years of experience with Oracle BI application, reports, dashboards.
Experience troubleshooting Oracle BI tools, metadata, query and data issues.
Strong working knowledge of SQL; Oracle SQL and/or PL/SQL.
Experience with PeopleSoft ERP platform.
Conclusion
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.
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