RICE - COBOL Mainframe Programmer-V

The State of Wisconsin is looking for 2 (two) COBOL Mainframe Programmer V

Staff supplementation - Application system development and support activities. Assignment in a state-wide mainframe COBOL/CICS/DB2 environment supporting the State Unemployment Insurance systems. These positions will assist DWD applications development staff supporting mainframe COBOL/CICS, and DB2 systems. Candidates must have proven experience and understanding of the full system development life cycle of applications development. DB2, VSAM, and CICS mainframe application experience and proficiency in COBOL development of code with very strong analytical skills ARE REQUIRED. Successful candidates must also have an excellent understanding of problem resolution and testing. These positions will function as part of the mainframe applications development support team and will get their direction from lead workers within the unit. The successful candidates must have excellent oral and written communications skills, as well as excellent 'people skills'.

Additional Comments: Preference will be given to qualified candidates with business knowledge of Wisconsin's unemployment insurance program and familiarity with State of Wisconsin application systems, procedures, and development standards.

Hardware/Software Environment:FTP to Mainframe, MVS, COBOL/DB2/CICS, SAS, SQL, SPUFI, FILEAID, CHANGEMAN, Visio and JCLTop Required Skills & Years of Experience:

COBOL (10+ years)CICS (10+ years)JCL (10+ years)DB2 (10+ years)Nice to have skills:

Business knowledge of Wisconsin's unemployment insurance programFamiliarity with State of Wisconsin application systems, procedures, and development standardsInterview Process:

Remote via TEAMsDuration of the Contract:

06/30/2024 with potential for multi-year extensionOnsite or Remote?

Candidates MUST be WI residents or willing to relocate to WI prior to starting the role at their own expense.This position can work 100% remote (within the state of WI).Access to FTI (Federal Tax Information)?

NoSecurity Required:

YesTravel Required:

No

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