Working Title: Business Systems Team - Testing Lead
Job Class: Management Analyst 4
Agency: Public Safety Dept
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Job ID: 77907
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Location: St. Paul
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Telework Eligible: Yes
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Full/Part Time: Full-Time
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Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
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Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers and DPS employees eligible to bid (permanent employees in the same job and class). Eligible bidders should apply through self-service and confirm their bid by emailing megan.lund@state.mn.us by 07/09/2024.
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Date Posted: 07/03/2024
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Closing Date: 07/16/2024
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Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-MAPE
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Division/Unit: DVS Administrative Services / DVS MNLARS MGMT
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Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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Days of Work: Monday - Friday
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Travel Required: No
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Salary Range: $31.57 - $46.82 / hourly; $65,918 - $97,760 / annually
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Classified Status: Classified
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Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
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FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative
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Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The Management Analyst 4 will serve as the lead for testing in the Business Systems Support area, manage system regression testing, and coordinate the standardization, system quality improvement, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for DVS business systems. The position has broad responsibility for setting testing priorities, distributing work, tracking, monitoring, and analyzing bugs, defects, upcoming system changes, etc., and performing other related tasks as needed. The lead will direct the writing and implementation of work procedures to meet operational needs and provide technical expertise for the agency on system testing and UAT practices, and lead testing initiatives that affect the systems of the agency. They will train and back up the dedicated testers in the division and provide training for new testers in the agency on procedures and best practices. The incumbent will also provide written and oral presentation of testing status, issues, and proposed solutions to management as required. This person will work closely with the product and systems support teams to support DVS’s internal functions that are essential for meeting customer needs. This position promotes good stewardship of state resources, balances operational efficiency, and standardization with flexibility and customer service.
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Three* years of professional level experience in software and/or business systems testing
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Experience mentoring, coaching, training team members
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Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities
Applicants that meet the above qualifications will be further evaluated on the following:
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Experience organizing and leading testing, maintaining multiple projects simultaneously, working independently and effectively under pressure
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Ability to communicate clearly, present complex information to users in a comprehensive style, translate business information to technical stakeholders and translate technical and system information to non-technical stakeholders
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Collecting, analyzing and interpreting data; using data to lead decision making while navigating change, ambiguity and setbacks
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Leading continuous improvement initiatives
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Developing and implementing policies and procedures
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Providing test strategies, plans and test scenarios for IT projects; organizing and prioritizing work and creating and providing status reports
- Bachelors degree or higher may substitute for one year of experience
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Experience building and maintaining strategic relationships
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Experience and knowledge of driver and motor vehicle related services
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Experience with technology related project coordination and contract management
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Experience with testing and quality assurance work prioritization
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Experience creating a strategic roadmap for testing and quality assurance
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Experience with automated testing, load and performance testing, security testing, usability and accessibility testing
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Experience in Agile/Scrum
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CCXP certification
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Knowledge of industry best practices, trends and emerging technologies
Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file folders and small tools. May need to maintain a stationary position for long periods of time while carrying out job duties.
This position requires successful completion of the following:
It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, includes the following components:
1) criminal history
2) reference check
3) credit check
4) fingerprinting (EDL/Real)
5) US citizenship check
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
If you have questions about this position, contact Megan Lund at megan.lund@state.mn.us .
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Megan Lund at megan.lund@state.mn.us.
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a diverse, complex agency dedicated to serving communities across the state. DPS has 10 public facing and four support divisions with about 2,200 dedicated employees operating programs statewide that all have one goal: Building a safer Minnesota.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
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Connection with their coworkers and communities
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Opportunities for personal and professional growth
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
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Diabetes care
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Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
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Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
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Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
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Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
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Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
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Training, classes, and professional development
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Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
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A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
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Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
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Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities throughout the application and interview process.
If you need alternative access to the online applications system, please email the job information line at careers@state.mn.us or call 651-259-3637.
For accommodations or questions about accessibility specifically relating to this job announcement, please email the Affirmative Action Division at angela.geraghty@state.mn.us or call 651-201-7136.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.