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Working Title: Power Platform Developer

Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 3

Agency: Minnesota IT Services

This position was previously announced on 08/01/2024. If you already applied for this job, you do not need to reapply.

• Job ID : 78843

• Location : St. Paul; Statewide; Bemidji; Grand Rapids; Brainerd; New Ulm; Mankato; Rochester; Duluth

• T elework Eligible : Yes#LI-Hybrid

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/13/2024

• Closing Date : 09/19/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota IT Services

• Division/Unit : Department of Natural Resources (DNR)

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $32.89 - $54.06 / hourly; $68,674 - $112,877 / annually

• Job Class Option : Application

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

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.

Join the 2,600+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/) (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position serves our partners at the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). MNIT DNR provides comprehensive IT operations and support services, custom application development, and dedicated support functions to an organization that manages and conserves the state’s natural resources in a way that creates a sustainable quality of life for all Minnesotans.

As a Power Platform Developer for Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), you will create, implement, and support technical solutions using tools that include Power Platform , Microsoft 365 (M365) tools and other technical business systems for the Department of Natural Resources. You will be responsible for requirements elicitation, creation, configuration, maintenance, testing, and support of platform based solutions that drive efficiency and innovation within the agency. You will provide technical support and service of DNR’s catalog of apps and services. Additionally, you may provide training to end-users, empowering them with the knowledge to effectively utilize agency-wide platform systems and tools. This position will be crucial in supporting end-users within the agency and will help foster a culture of self-service and continuous learning. Come work with an agency that provides comprehensive IT operations and support services, custom application development, and dedicated support functions to an organization that manages and conserves the state’s natural resources in a way that creates a sustainable quality of life for all Minnesotans, come work with MNIT Services and the Department of Natural Resources.

This position is currently eligible for full-time telework:

• Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for Minnesota IT Services allows an employee to perform work from a telework location and an employee may be required to be in the office based on business needs and other dependencies in Minnesota.

• Only candidates located in Minnesota and bordering states (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) are telework eligible

Work location is negotiable. The following DNR Office locations for consideration are:

• St. Paul

• Bemidji

• Grand Rapids

• Brainerd

• New Ulm

• Mankato

• Rochester

• Duluth

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must clearly demonstrate these qualifications in their resume:

Position requires a minimum of three (3) years of experience supporting and monitoring enterprise software applications, including end user support and performance monitoring.

Experience must include:

• Creating and deploying solutions using Microsoft Power Platform tools including Power Apps, Power BI, and Power Automate.

• Knowledge and demonstrated experience using one or more programming language (e.g. Python, C#) to create and support enterprise-level software solutions.

• Knowledge of software development concepts, methodologies, principles, standards, and best practices.

• Database management and data analysis skills, including writing SQL queries, stored procedures, connecting to enterprise databases to manipulate, store, and share data with stakeholders.

• Ability to deliver effective verbal or written messages that facilitate a mutual understanding on both parties.

• Customer service skills that include active listening, empathy, and problem-solving.

A master’s degree in Information Technology or a related field substitutes for three (3) years of experience, OR a related bachelor’s degree substitutes for two (2) years, OR a related associate’s degree substitutes for one (1) year.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to quickly grasp new programming languages and technologies.

• Experience with Microsoft 365 tools, including SharePoint administration.

• Ability to demonstrate experience with scripting skills for automation and customization.

• Experience providing technical assistance for enterprise-level applications and business-related datasets.

• Demonstrated ability to create and deliver effective training content for end-users, covering both introductory and advanced topics.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify the root causes of complex issues and to resolve the issues.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)

• Criminal History Check

• Reference Check

• Social Security and Address Verification

• Education Verification

• Other legally required checks

Minnesota IT Services does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.