State of Kansas

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Office of Information Technology Services (OITS)

Our employees are our most valuable resource, pivotal to our success. OITS is dedicated to fostering a work environment that values work-life balance. With the state’s generous paid time off, including holidays, this ensures our employees have the time they need to rejuvenate. We actively support our team's professional growth through tuition and certification reimbursement, empowering them to pursue their career aspirations. With ample opportunities for continued learning, we prioritize career and leadership development and mentorship. OITS is a great place to work, come join our team! 

Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9. OITS does not provide sponsorships for this position.

E-Verify: The Office of Information Technology Services (OITS) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please click here. For additional information regarding Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER) please click here.

Office of Information Technology Services

About the Position:

• Who can apply: Anyone
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
• Full/Part-time: Full Time
• Regular/Temporary: Temporary
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veterans’ Preference Eligible: Yes
• This position is eligible for OITS's hybrid work program. The candidate must work in the office three days a week. The supervisor and business needs will determine the hybrid schedule. 

Compensation:

• Annual Salary/Hourly Rate: $60,000 – 75,000/annual

Note: Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Position Summary:

The State of Kansas has consolidated its electronic mail, messaging, and collaboration environment currently into a single tenant using Microsoft’s Office 365 solution. The Kansas Office of Information Technology Services is looking for a Power Platform Engineer that will serve as part of a technical team responsible for operations, and maintenance as well as change management planning and implementation of the statewide cloud-based messaging and collaboration solution. 

This position will be responsible for providing expert technical support for the Power Platform environment within the state-wide cloud-based messaging and collaboration solution. They will communicate with Executive branch agencies daily in a tier three support structure for advanced troubleshooting and problem resolution of security and technical issues. This position will also have primary responsibility for developing and managing the guidelines and governance of Power Platform technologies within the State of Kansas Office 365 multi-tenant solution.

Required skills:

• Manage, administer, and maintain the Power Platform environment within the multi-tenant Statewide Cloud Messaging and Collaboration Solution. 
• Develop, manage, and maintain the governance and guidelines for Power Platform technologies within the multi-tenant Statewide Cloud Messaging and Collaboration Solution.
• Internal and external agency support for Power Platform solutions the multi-tenant Statewide Cloud Messaging and Collaboration Solution.
• Maintain security and privacy of state data and ensure compliance to all appropriate security requirements, including Office 365 Compliance Center.

Assure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations to preserve and produce messaging information for legal and open records purposes.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

• Preference will be given to candidates with 2+ years as a Subject Matter Expert with Microsoft Power Platform solutions.
• Highly collaborative orientation, with analytical and organizational skills.
• Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Ability to communicate effectively to promote the benefits of the new system to technical and non-technical staff.
• Must have proven, hands-on, experience in an IT discipline.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Power Platform solution design and management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Power technology is required.
• Ability to obtain and retain an OITS and KCJIS Security Clearance is a requirement of initial and continued employment.

Preferred Requirements:

• Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Power Platform technology available through the Microsoft M365 service.
• Successful completion of 24 hours in computer science coursework or six months experience in system software programming and analysis. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

Necessary Special Requirements: Ability to obtain and retain an OITS Security and KCJIS clearances are requirement of employment and continued employment.

Disclaimer: Due to security requirements related to system access, the following will result in disqualification for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions less than 10 years, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor). 

Employment Benefits:

In addition to the starting salary, the State of Kansas offers a significant benefits package that is available the first day of employment. All benefits eligible, full-time employees may elect to enroll in:

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs
• This benefits package represents additional annual compensation.

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

Recruiter Contact Information:

• Name: Dy Gadberry
• Email: : OITS_Recruitment@ks.gov
• Mailing Address: 2800 SW Topeka Blvd., Topeka, KS 66611

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Required documents for this application to be complete:

• On the My Job Applications page, verify these documents are present and valid. Upload or delete and upload new if needed.
• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
• Inside your Job Application upload these documents:
• Resume (or choose existing if you have one)
• Cover Letter

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents.” 

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Job Application Process

• First Sign in or register as a New User.
• Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
• Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
• Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and submit when it is complete.
• Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.
• Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
• Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page.
• Notifications – view the Careers> My Job Notifications page.

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How to Apply for a Job – Instructions” and “How to Search for a Job – Instructions."

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How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability, or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.

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