Information Technology Programmer Analyst 12 - Senior Application Developer
Salary
$33.45 - $48.09 Hourly
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
0801-26-21-99MFM
Department
Technology, Management and Budget
Opening Date
05/12/2026
Closing Date
5/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Job Description
About DTMB:
The Department of Technology, Management and Budget supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services, including building management and maintenance, information technology, centralized contracting and procurement, budget and financial management, space planning and leasing, construction management, motor vehicle fleet operations, and oversight of the state retirement systems.
About this position:
This position functions as the lead developer on the Attorney General (AG), Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA), Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA), and Unemployment Insurance Appellate Commission (UIAC) systems, which includes various vendors and the Federal government. They are responsible for supporting the IT development activities necessary to ensure compliance with ever-changing State and Federal regulations and deadlines while adhering to the policies and procedures of the State of Michigan and maintaining operational effectiveness.
In this role, the lead developer participates in all phases of the software development lifecycle and provides direction and mentoring to both staff and contractors. The position is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and implementing applications and system enhancements, as well as evaluating new tools and technologies to support agency modernization efforts.
View the position description here: ITPA 12
As part of a dynamic technical team, the developer works closely with clients, vendors, and DTMB leadership to deliver high-quality solutions that support critical business objectives. Strong collaboration skills, the ability to guide technical decisions, and considerable experience with C# and Javascript with knowledge of Power Apps are essential for success in this role.
The state of Michigan offers a competitive work experience that includes a tuition reduction program at several key higher education institutes if you would like to advance your education, good benefits, excellent vacation and sick time policies and an ability to successfully juggle your work and family life. We would like the opportunity to share with you more about the benefits of working for the state and joining the state of Michigan employee family if you are interested. Please consider sending in your application today.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.
Additional Requirements and Information
Please attach your cover letter, resume, and OFFICIAL transcript to your application. Failure to do so will result in your application not being considered. An official transcript must bear the college/university certification (e.g., seal, logo, watermark, and /or letterhead), Registrars signature, and date. A transcript with these requirements, with the stamp "Issued to Student" is accepted as an official transcript. Unofficial transcripts will NOT be accepted. An unofficial transcript is: (1) an internet copy printed from the college/university student web account; (2) a transcript stamped with "Student Copy," and (3) a transcript that is labeled as Unofficial." The official transcript must be scanned and attached to the electronic NEOGOV Civil Service application with one of the following file extensions: pdf, doc, docx, txt, or rft. Degree certificates are not accepted. When attaching transcripts, please name the college/university for each transcript attached.
Position Location:
This position is located in Lansing, MI. This position may work a hybrid (remote/office) schedule with 2 days required in the office per week. Selected candidates who have been approved to work a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.
Signing Bonus:
This
position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $2,500. Up to $1,250 to be
paid upon new hire and the remainder to be paid after satisfactory completion
of the initial probationary period (12-month period). This does not apply to
current state employees.
In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment. DTMB Human Resources uses E-Verify in conjunction with the federal I-9 form to verify authorization of employment. DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPT
Required Education and Experience
Education
Information Technology Programmer/Analyst 12
Possession of a Bachelors degree with 21 semester (32 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, information assurance, IT project management or mathematics.
Experience
Information Technology Programmer/Analyst 12
Two years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst P11.
Alternate Education and Experience
Information Technology Programmer/Analyst 12
Possession of an associates degree with 16 semester (24 term) credits in computer science, information assurance, data processing, computer information, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, IT project management, or mathematics and two years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information technology technician; or two years (4,160 hours) of experience as an Information Technology Student Assistant may be substituted for the education requirement.
OR
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and four years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, information technology technician, or four years (8,320 hours) of experience as an Information Technology Student Assistant may be substituted for the education requirement.
Additional Requirements and Information
Certain positions may require certification in specific information technology programs.
View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/I/InformationTechnologyProgrammerAnalyst.pdf
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our states military and veterans; rebuild our states infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the states contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at http://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Years Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.
Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
Great Lakes and Great Times: Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky parkjust for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigans affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.
Updated: 2/28/24
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ITPRANA12 - Do you possess one of the following: At least a bachelors degree with 21 semester (32 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, information assurance, IT project management or mathematics. (If so, please attach a copy of your transcripts.) OR Possession of an associates degree with 16 semester (24 term) credits in computer science, information assurance, data processing, computer information, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, IT project management, or mathematics and two years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information technology technician; or two years (4,160 hours) of experience as an Information Technology Student Assistant. (If so, please attach a copy of your transcripts.) OR The educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and four years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, information technology technician, or four years (8,320 hours) of experience as an Information Technology Student Assistant.
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ITPRANA12 - Do you possess at least two years of post-degree professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst P11?
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How many years of experience do you have working as a lead on development team? (If you possess this type of experience, you must document it in your application materials for accurate screening.)
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If you indicated you have experience working as a lead on development team, please describe your experience. If you have no experience, write N/A.
05
How many years of experience do you have with Microsoft Azure DevOps? (If you possess this type of experience, you must document it in your application materials for accurate screening.)
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If you indicated you have experience with Microsoft Azure DevOps, please describe that experience.
07
How many years of experience do you have in Power Apps development (including but not limited to Power Portal, MS Dynamics, etc)? (If you possess this type of experience, you must document it in your application materials for accurate screening.)
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Please describe your experience in Power Apps development (Including but not limited to Power Portal, MS Dynamics, etc). If you have no experience, write N/A.
09
How many years of experience with working with mature project methodologies or software development life cycles like CMMI/Agile do you possess? (If you possess this type of experience, you must document it in your application materials for accurate screening.)
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Please describe your experience in working with mature project methodologies or software development life cycles like CMMI/Agile do you possess. If you have no experience, write N/A.
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How many years of experience do you have writing and presenting technical documentation, such as specs, user guides, high-level presentations, etc.? (If you possess this type of experience, you must document it in your application materials for accurate screening.)
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Please describe your experience if you indicated you have experience writing and presenting technical documentation, such as specs, user guides, high-level presentations, etc. If you have no experience, write N/A.
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How many years of experience do you have designing and implementing Web based applications using .Net Framework? (If you possess this type of experience, you must document it in your application materials for accurate screening.)
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Please describe your experience in designing and implementing Web based Applications using .Net Framework. If you have no experience, write N/A.
15
How many years of experience do you have in database design or development? (If you possess this type of experience, you must document it in your application materials for accurate screening.)
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Please describe your work experience with database design or development. If you have no experience, write N/A.
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How many years of experience do you have working with a Systems Engineering Methodology (SEM) such as the State of Michigan SUITE? (If you possess this type of experience, you must document it in your application materials for accurate screening.)
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Did you attach a cover letter, resume, and transcripts? Please note that all experience described in the questions above must be documented within your application materials.
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This position is hybrid which requires a minimum of 2 days working in office at your designated work location within Michigan. Do you acknowledge this requirement, and would you still like to be considered for this position?
Required Question
Employer State of Michigan
Department Technology, Management and Budget Address DTMB-HR@michigan.gov
Elliott-Larsen Bldg., 2nd fl., 320 S. Walnut Street
Lansing, Michigan, 48909
Phone Attn: HR Office
Website https://www.michigan.gov/dtmb