Job Posting Title
Applications Developer
Agency
290 EMPLOYMENT SECURITY COMMISSION
Supervisory Organization
Application Development - OESC
Job Posting End Date
Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.
Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Full/Part-Time
Full time
Job Type
Regular
Compensation
Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Job Description
- Full-time
- Vacancies: Two
- Salary: Commensurate with education and experience
- Primary Working Hours: M-F; 8:00am – 5:00pm
- FLSA Status: Exempt
- Location: Oklahoma City, OK
- Supervisory: Not applicable
Travel: Applicants must be willing and able to fulfill all job-related travel normally associated with this position. Typically, minimal travel is required.
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The State of Oklahoma offers a comprehensive Benefits Packet , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.
The Oklahoma Employment Security Commission (OESC) is seeking a skilled COBOL Programmer to support and maintain the core systems responsible for processing unemployment insurance benefits. This role focuses on developing robust COBOL code within a BULL mainframe environment running GCOS8. Experience with Linux command-line tools and Google Cloud Platform are desirable.
- Application Development : Design, develop, test, and implement COBOL solutions within the BULL/GCOS8 mainframe environment. Enhance and maintain applications, databases, JCL, files, test scenarios, and supporting documentation to meet business and operational needs.
- On-Call Support : Participate in a rotating on-call schedule and provide 24-hour support when assigned. Respond promptly to service interruptions and production issues to ensure continuity of critical processing systems.
- System Maintenance : Troubleshoot production issues, analyze existing codebases, and perform routine maintenance to ensure system stability and accurate processing.
- Requirements Analysis : Collaborate with agency personnel, business analysts, and stakeholders to evaluate business needs, gather requirements, and develop solutions.
- Cross-Platform Navigation : Utilize basic Linux command-line interfaces to navigate file systems, execute scripts, and support data transfers between Linux VMs and other state systems.
- Legislative Updates : Work with senior developers and business analysts to translate new state or federal unemployment mandates into technical logic.
- Documentation : Maintain clear, accurate technical documentation for new code and reverse-engineer undocumented legacy processes when necessary.
On-site attendance is an essential function of the position, as the role requires direct interaction with staff, clients, and on-site office resources.
These job functions, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Knowledge of –
- Writing, testing, and debugging COBOL
- BULL mainframe environment
- GCOS8
- Linux (i.e., file navigation, scripting, file permissions)
- LIBER8
- Software development life cycles
- User interfaces
- Troubleshooting and problem solutions
- Emerging technologies/ innovations
- Coding processes and security measures
- Specific agency functions and business needs
Laws, rules, and regulations affecting the business needs of the agency
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Skill and Competencies –
- Problem solving, critical thinking, and attention to detail
- Written communication and application design
Verbal communication and presentation
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Ability to –
- Review and analyze user requests and other information.
- Design appropriate programs and systems while adhering to deadlines.
- Work independently
Be adaptable
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Work is typically performed in a professional setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to noise levels determined by the office environment. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms requiring periods of sitting or standing and daily use of computer and phone. It also requires the occasional use of the office machinery in accordance with safety and security protocols.
- Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a minimum of twelve credit hours of computer science or management information systems course work at an accredited college or university or completion of a minimum of 156 hours of vocational or technical education courses resulting in certification in applications development, plus one year of experience in development and analysis work;
- Preference given to those having a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or equivalent professional work experience;
Preference given to those with experience working with state government systems or unemployment insurance frameworks.
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- Computer Skills – Employee must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products, programming languages, logic, and flow and be capable of proficiently using the OESC’s standard software (Microsoft Office - Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, and Teams), and the Internet, as well as proficiency to learn other software as needed.
Employee must be capable of lifting, carrying, and moving objects of up to 25 pounds.
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- OESC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub .
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