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ITPA 12 Agency Services Supporting MSP

State of Michigan

Technology, Management and Budget

Fresh

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$33.45 - $48.09

per hour

Type

Closes

March 25, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves working as a senior tester and developer to plan, build, and run tests for software used by the Michigan State Police, ensuring everything works correctly before it's released.

You'll collaborate with a team to manage defects, follow testing guidelines, and maintain high standards in a government IT setting.

It's a great fit for someone with a tech background who enjoys detailed problem-solving and has experience in software testing or programming.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with at least 21 semester credits in computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, information assurance, IT project management, or mathematics
  • Two years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst P11 level
  • Alternatively, an associate's degree with 16 semester credits in relevant fields plus two years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information systems professional
  • Expertise in testing principles, processes, and methods
  • Ability to plan, construct, and execute test artifacts for software applications
  • Proficiency in defect management and maintaining defect repositories
  • Willingness to work hybrid schedule: two days on-site in Dimondale, MI, and three days remote

Full Job Description

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.

This position is with the Agency Services area of DTMB.

As a Senior Test Analyst/Developer, this position performs a complete range of testing functions including, but not limited to, planning, constructing and execution of test artifacts for new and updated software applications in support of the Michigan State Police.

This position will be part of a team and will perform complex and non-complex testing maintenance and/or development and design. The employee is responsible for developing an expertise in testing principles, processes and methods and ensuring that the testing standards, guidelines and methodology are applied as specified in the test plans. The employee plays a key role in defect management, ensuring that test defects are tracked to closure and that the defect repository is kept up to date with the current status. The employee works with established methods, practices, procedures, and policies based on written or oral instruction.

DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPT.


ITPA 12 - Position Description

SIGNING BONUS:

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of 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.


Position Location/Remote Office: The office location is Dimondale, MI. The State of Michigan is not able to offer employment to out-of-state applicants that do not plan to relocate.

The Department of Technology Management and Budget currently offers a hybrid work option which requires two days working on-site at the official work location and three days of remote work per week.


DTMB is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.

DTMB is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.

Requirements

Education

Information Technology Programmer/Analyst 12
Possession of a Bachelor's 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.

Qualifications

Information Technology Programmer/Analyst 12
Possession of an associate's 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 Information

To be considered for this position you must:

  • Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
  • Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
  • Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
  • Attach a cover letter.
  • If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.

    Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.

    Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered and screened out. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions(Download PDF reader)


    Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.


    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. If selected for employment, you must be able to submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States.


    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

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Posted on NEOGOV: 3/10/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/11/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5264854