STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Quality Assurance Tester Trainee (40 Hour)

IT Analyst Trainee (Hybrid)

Recruitment #230131-7601FR-001

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Introduction

Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree in management information systems, computer science, or an information technology related area? We want to meet you! 

The State of Connecticut, Bureau of Information Technology Solutions (BITS) within the Department of Administrative Services (DAS), is now accepting applications for Quality Assurance Tester Trainee (40 Hour) from qualified individuals, who will be eligible for promotion to Information Technology (IT) Analyst 1 upon successful completion of the one (1) year training program. This position will primarily be in service of the Department of Social Services (DSS), but may test software from other agencies within the Health and Human Services area of the business.

 

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

  • Industry leading health benefits, including medical and dental coverage
  • Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings
  • Paid time off including 13 paid holidays per calendar year
  • A culture that encourages work/life balance 

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

  • Full Time, 40 hours per week
  • Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm
  • Location: 55 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105
  • Hybrid telework schedules available
  • First Shift

DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO RECEIVE ON THE JOB TRAINING TO

  • Perform hands-on manual testing of major and minor software application releases with the supervision of an IT Supervisor
  • Participate in the design phase of the software development life cycle providing supplemental input on application changes and modernization efforts
  • Configure and run automation test cases during the regression test cycle of the application release using Selenium and Qualitia
  • Review software release notes, business requirements and design documents
  • Write T-SQL and PL-SQL queries for performing test data identification, data change request (DCR) testing and application functionality validations
  • Create test cases in Java with traceability to business requirements
  • Perform SOAP, REST API and web services using SOAPUI
  • Generate XML file for validating integration with third party notice generation
  • Configure date and batch parameters for running batches
  • Use Jira for recording incidents and test results, monitor Jira dashboards for release work intake
  • Provide level of estimate for test case execution
  • Determine validity of workflow outcomes of incidents into defects, change requests or return to testing
  • Perform stub testing as part of social security interface, asset verification, and over 80 interfaces as part of the eligibility system quality assurance functions
  • Debug and provide correction paths for application errors

AGENCY MISSON

The State of Connecticut is undergoing a strategic optimization of our Information Technology (IT) resources, to deliver enterprise-wide services, in more efficient and innovative ways. We are setting trends, not following them. As part of these efforts, the Department of Administrative Services Bureau of Enterprise Systems and Technology (DAS BEST) is joining forces with the majority of Executive Branch, Agency IT organizations, to form a new, centralized team under the Bureau of Information Technology Solutions (BITS).

  

Selection Plan

TO APPLY:
  • In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on this 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.
  • Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.
  • Please select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
  • All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
IMPORTANT INFORMATION AFTER YOU APPLY:
  • This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the questionnaire's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.
  • Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
  • Note: 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.
  • Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
  • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
CONNECT WITH US:
Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.  Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Brittney Woodley at brittney.woodley@ct.gov

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency information systems environment this class is accountable for receiving on the job training in performing technical work involving help desk functions, user support and assisting in application development.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Receives on the job training to perform tasks as outlined in the specification for the class of Information Technology Analyst 1; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of functioning and use of information systems; knowledge of major concepts and terms used in the information technology profession; interpersonal skills; logic and analytical skills; ability to prepare and maintain accurate records; ability to prepare written materials and reports; ability to follow oral and written instructions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

A Bachelor’s Degree in management information systems, computer science or information technology related area.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience writing queries for databases
  • Experience working in a software development lifecycle
  • Experience working in or working with a technical team
  • Experience testing software
  • Experience working with social services

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.





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