Ohio Digital Academy (Software Developer, Java 2EE) - Environmental Protection Agency

About Us:
The Ohio Digital Academy (ODA) is seeking a Software Developer analyst to join our July cohort! Selected analysts will join the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA), Office of Information Technology Services- Mode One Development Team and will be learning relevant skills and technologies in Software Developer disciplines including: JAVA, Python, Node.js, Angular, React, PostgreSQL, GIT, Maven, Docker, JavaScript, Oracle, AWS, and Lambda.
As an emerging high-tech hub, Ohio is cultivating an innovation environment and skilled workforce primed to meet the advanced technology and cybersecurity needs of the state's public and private sector employers.
The Ohio Digital Academy seeks to create a technology workforce pipeline by training and employing early entrants to the industry and setting them on a path to careers for in-demand fields such as cybersecurity, coding, software engineering, user experience design, cloud engineering/architecture, and data analytics.
Selected analysts earn $25 an hour beginning the first day of employment and attend an intensive four-week training program that focuses on civil service training, leadership, technical training & exercises, and professional development within 30 days of hire.
In exchange for a three-year service commitment to the State of Ohio, analysts receive:

• Tuition or loan reimbursement of $20,000 or $40,000 (expenses must be from within one year of joining ODA or while in the program)
• Access to quality, competitive benefits as an employee of the State of Ohio
• Access to the Employee Development Fund, providing $4,500 annually for industry certifications & professional development.
• On-the-job training and mentorship opportunities from industry professionals
• Private sector job placement upon completion of three-year service commitment with the State of Ohio

The Ohio Digital Academy is a division housed in the Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) created and led by CyberOhio in collaboration with the Governor's Office of Workforce Transformation (OWT) .
What We Do:
At the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, our primary goal is to protect the environment and public health. We do this by ensuring compliance with federal and state environmental laws.
What You'll Do:
Under direct guidance and supervision, works toward acquiring the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform entry-level duties with the Mode One Developers:
• Develop software applications.
• Perform analysis and design.
• Work with Business personnel to identify/document software requirements.
• Assist in review/evaluation of software development methodologies.
• Defines problems and develops potential solutions.
As an Ohio EPA Software Developer , you will be learning and working under the guidance of more experienced professionals. Your job duties will involve supporting them in various tasks while gaining hands-on experience and knowledge in the field of application development.
What's in it for you:
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period . Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

• The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Prior or current experience, education, training, or certifications in any combination of the following: designing and performing systems analysis, developing and/or modifying programs for computer applications, recommending applications solutions and/or testing; correcting programs as it relates to testing and implementation; and assisting with documentation.
Or
Completion of undergraduate or associate core program in computer science or information systems.
Job Skills: Programming, Cloud Computing, Information Technology, Visual Design, Web Design, Project Management, Growth Mindset, Customer Focus, Collaboration, Organizing and Planning.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge:
• Programming
• Verbal/Written Communication
• Organizing and Planning
• Problem Solving
Skills:
• JAVA
• Maven
• PostgreSQL
• Docker
Abilities:
• Engage with customers to gather business requirements.
• Review/evaluate software development methodologies.
• Develop/Use cyber secure coding practices.