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Texas Workforce Commission

Child Care IT Systems Support Specialist (Telework)

Texas Workforce Commission, Austin, Texas, us, 78716


Virtual Hiring Event being held November 18 - 22, 2024.

The Child Care & Early Learning (CC&EL) Division at the Texas Workforce Commission is looking to fill Child Care IT Systems Support Specialist positions.All candidates will be emailed a questionnaire beforehand to complete in order for the hiring manager to determine who to invite in for the interview.Selected candidates will be invited to a virtual interview via Teams.Potential conditional offers could be made that day! More information will be included in the email invitation.Apply quickly because this 10-day posting closes on November 13, 2024.Copy of official transcripts, certifications, and/or credentials can be uploaded when you apply to this posting.Please read more about who we are, what you'll do, and what you'll gain below.

WHO WE ARE:Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in downtown Austin TX, next to the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide and many of our positions are suitable for teleworking. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits.TWC is also the state's lead agency for the federal Child Care & Development Block Grant and administers the Child Care & Development Fund (CCDF) in partnership with local Workforce Development Boards and the Health &Human Services Commission's Child Care Regulation Division.

The CC&EL Technical Assistance team offers child care programmatic technical assistance service to the 28 Local Workforce Development Boards (Boards) on the Child Care Services program.This position supports the state's child care eligibility and case management system and ongoing CC&EL information technology data and system projects.

Initial schedule will be 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM M-F with options available upon successful completion of probationary period (6 months). This position is based at 1117 Trinity St, Austin, Texas, but may be telework eligible. You will be required to attend some in-person meetings in Austin. Additional travel may be required.

You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

WHO YOU ARE:A professional with good people skills and an eye for details. You are a self-starting, motivated, collaborative problem solver who can also work independently when necessary. You understand the need for accuracy but can temper that with a steady pace to get a quality job done. You can be empathetic to others and can work with a wide variety of customers.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:The Child Care IT Systems Support Specialist III position will perform highly complex (senior-level) computer systems support work. Work involves providing customer support for the agency's child care case management system. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:-Support the state's child care eligibility and case management system and ongoing CC&EL information technology data and system projects-Perform business analysis to assist customers with the new case management system-Serve as a liaison for Local Workforce Development Board staff, and other authorized users of the Child Care IT systems.-Provide customer support for the child care case management system, including the Parent Portal, Child Care Provider Portal, automated attendance, other system functionality. Troubleshoots and resolves complex IT-related issues and questions. Advises Users on the child care IT software, and on the efficient use of these technology systems.-Provide input in the development, maintenance, and enhancements of the Child Care data and systems.-Provide analysis and support as issues (problems and questions) are escalated by Child Care and Early Learning Division.-May assist in the preparation of automated operational manuals, standard operating procedures, forms, and training materials.-Document system defects and assists in tests of defects as well as all system enhancements prior to their release to ensure they function per document specification and requirements.-Perform related work as assigned. Special projects, assignments and other duties as assigned to meet the mission and goals of the department, division and the Texas Workforce Commission.

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH:- Practices, principles, and techniques of computer operations and computer software/hardware knowledge- Knowledge or experience in TWIST and/or other case management systems.- Experience in customer service delivery and responding to phone/email inquiries with accurate information in a user-friendly and understandable manner- Excellent writing skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences- Ability to work effectively as a member of a team- Knowledge of child development and early childhood education

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:-Four years of full-time experience in data processing or in positions which provided thorough knowledge of computer equipment or software packages, or experience in systems analysis or computer programming.-Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.

YOU GAIN:- A Family Friendly Certified Workplace.- Competitive starting salary: $3,543.41-$4,833.33/month- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts- Medical Insurance- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave- Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.

Travel may be required for this position. It involves up to 10% travel and the method of transportation is the responsibility of employee. Duties also include the ability to lift/carry 10 pounds.

VETERANS:Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_InformationTechnology.pdf

HOW TO APPLY:To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo.TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas.In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.