Computer Information Technology Specialist I

Job Summary - Why you'll love this position

Job Location: This is an in-person position located at the Missouri State Capitol, 201 W. Capitol Avenue, Jefferson City, MO.

Why you'll love this position:

This is professional, technical and consultative work in the support and coordination of information technology services, hardware, and activities.

Position will have a significant role in the maintenance, building, and expansion of current and future websites used by the Senate.

Position provides support and coordination of computer information technology services for the Senate. Position provides technical expertise in computer systems analysis and design; database and/or network administration; systems programming and other information technology functions. Works under the general direction of the Information Technology Department Director.

Responsibilities - What you'll do

Provides technical expertise in computer systems analysis and design; database and/or network administration; systems programming; and/or other computer information technologies specialties.

Provides support and assistance with all aspects of the Senate website both public facing as well as internal sites.

Provides guidance and training for other personnel.

Provides customer or technical support for systems.

Provides technical support for both internal and external organizational computer systems.

Supports applications that span multiple platforms.

Designs, writes, and maintains, documents and tests complex computer programs and clearly defined segments of highly complex programs.

Performs other related work as assigned.

Qualifications - All you need for success

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four years' experience in information technology is preferred. Multiple years of experience in programming, systems analysis and design, or closely related field may be substituted for required education.

Experience in front end programming including but not limited to web design.

Preferred Qualifications

Considerable knowledge of the principles of computer programming and systems analysis, design, testing and documentation.

Knowledge of front-end programing including websites, and portals created and supported by the Senate IT Department.

Considerable knowledge of the general operating principles and capabilities of computer hardware and software.

Considerable knowledge of software reference libraries and related utility programs.

Considerable knowledge of computer security systems and procedures.

Considerable knowledge of computer operating systems.

Considerable knowledge of database management systems.

Ability to prepare and maintain standards, policies, procedures, guidelines and technical manuals.

Ability to troubleshoot and resolve hardware and/or software problems.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Ability to train and assist experienced personnel.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Working knowledge of ASP.NET, SQL, IIS, HTML and WordPress desired.

Experience with XML is a plus.

Ability to prepare and maintain standards, policies, procedures, guidelines and technical manuals.

Ability to troubleshoot and resolve hardware and/or software problems.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Ability to train and assist-experienced personnel.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Job Details - More reasons to love this position

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:

If you have questions about this position please contact:

Cindy Winthorst, Human Resources Specialist at

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.