State of Nebraska

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Administrative Services - Agency 65

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$35.267

Job Posting:

JR2025-00017810 IT Applications Developer Senior - COBOL (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

07-25-2025

Job Description:

The Office of the Chief Information Officer does not sponsor STEM or non-immigrant work visas for this position.

The Office of the Chief Information Officer is currently seeking a IT Applications Developer Senior - COBOL to join their team. Under limited supervision, the selected candidate will be responsible for all phases of modification for mainframe programs, including coding and maintaining JCL and COBOL programs. The selected candidate will communicate with users to determine system needs, research requested enhancements, perform design and analysis of computer systems, and perform related work as assigned. This individual will perform these duties for new and existing mainframe programs from various agencies within the State.

The candidate will work with personnel from other agencies to help support their mainframe solutions. Knowledge of these complex systems will be needed to answer questions, address issues as they arise, and make modifications on a timely basis.

Look at what we have to offer!

• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment

At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!

Job Duties: The selected candidate will work with other developers to maintain complex mainframe systems while consulting with agencies on development projects. They will participate in the full range of software product development activities, including requirements gathering; analysis and definition; functional and technical design; coding and testing; implementation, and production support. The candidate will also be working with less experienced developers to train them on tools and techniques that are used by the team. They will be required to be on call off-hours to assist with issues that may arise outside of normal work hours.

The selected candidate will need an understanding of how data is passed between web applications and mainframe applications, and issues that could arise in those communications. They will be working on multiple projects at once and will need to have the ability to prioritize projects to meet project goals.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science, information systems, mathematics, engineering or other related field and two years of experience, education, or training in coding computer applications; programming experience can be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience using Cobol, JCL, DB2, Compuware Topaz Workbench. Candidate will possess excellent time management skills. They should be able to provide on call support outside of 8-5 business hours. Exhibits cooperative and collaborative behavior with teammates.

Other: Regular and Reliable attendance is required.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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