State of Minnesota
Working Title: Java Programmer
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 1
Agency: Minnesota IT Services
Job ID
: 85813
Location
: St. Paul
Telework Eligible
: Yes #LI-Hybrid
Full/Part Time
: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
: Limited
Who May Apply
: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted
: 08/15/2025
Closing Date
: 08/21/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
: Minnesota IT Services
Division/Unit
: Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF)
Work Shift/Work Hours
: Day Shift
Days of Work
: Monday - Friday
Travel Required
: No
Salary Range:
$25.16 - $37.77 / hourly; $52,534 - $78,863 / annually
Classified Status
: Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union
: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
End Date
: 3 years from start date
FLSA Status
: Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/) (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position serves our partners at the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF). The MNIT DCYF team supports critical systems and applications that ensure the welfare and development of Minnesota's children, youth, and families. You will be a part of a team that works to provide comprehensive services and support that nurture and protect children, enhance family well-being, and foster youth development across the state.
As a Java Programmer you will provide programming knowledge and skills in the development and enhancement of MNIT partnering with DCYF (MNIT DCYF) applications by utilizing Java programming skills and the effective use of Object-Oriented technologies and tools.
This position will perform program modifications to meet customer objectives as well as optimize system performance. This position requires the ability to work independently or with other developers to create and support program applications within the division.
This position will work with the supervisor, technical architects, other technical leads and various business units and analysts to ensure that organizational goals and requirements are met.
This position is temporary and includes full state fringe benefits; it is anticipated to last 3 years.
This position requires an employee to be onsite at 444 Lafayette Road N, St. Paul, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location.
Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for Minnesota IT Services is available on a limited basis. Employees will be required to meet current telework eligibility requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume.
Resume tips here. (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/hiringprocess.jsp)
:
Position requires a minimum of one (1) year of IT related experience in object oriented programming.
Experience must include:
Object Oriented programming skill using Java or other similar languages.
Experience using an integrated Development Environment (IDE) such as Microsoft Visual Studio, Eclipse or Delhi
Ability to deliver effective verbal or written messages that facilitate a mutual understanding on both parties.
Customer service skills that include active listening, empathy, and problem-solving.
An associate's degree or higher in Information Technology or an IT related field substitutes for one (1) year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Cloud computing technologies such as Azure, AWS
Java programming experience using Eclipse or other similar IDE
IBM CLM toolset experience
Agile methodologies
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
Criminal History Check
Reference Check
Social Security and Address Verification
Education Verification
Other legally required checks
Minnesota IT Services does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicant for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 1
Agency: Minnesota IT Services
Job ID
: 85813
Location
: St. Paul
Telework Eligible
: Yes #LI-Hybrid
Full/Part Time
: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
: Limited
Who May Apply
: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted
: 08/15/2025
Closing Date
: 08/21/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
: Minnesota IT Services
Division/Unit
: Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF)
Work Shift/Work Hours
: Day Shift
Days of Work
: Monday - Friday
Travel Required
: No
Salary Range:
$25.16 - $37.77 / hourly; $52,534 - $78,863 / annually
Classified Status
: Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union
: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
End Date
: 3 years from start date
FLSA Status
: Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/) (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position serves our partners at the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF). The MNIT DCYF team supports critical systems and applications that ensure the welfare and development of Minnesota's children, youth, and families. You will be a part of a team that works to provide comprehensive services and support that nurture and protect children, enhance family well-being, and foster youth development across the state.
As a Java Programmer you will provide programming knowledge and skills in the development and enhancement of MNIT partnering with DCYF (MNIT DCYF) applications by utilizing Java programming skills and the effective use of Object-Oriented technologies and tools.
This position will perform program modifications to meet customer objectives as well as optimize system performance. This position requires the ability to work independently or with other developers to create and support program applications within the division.
This position will work with the supervisor, technical architects, other technical leads and various business units and analysts to ensure that organizational goals and requirements are met.
This position is temporary and includes full state fringe benefits; it is anticipated to last 3 years.
This position requires an employee to be onsite at 444 Lafayette Road N, St. Paul, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location.
Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for Minnesota IT Services is available on a limited basis. Employees will be required to meet current telework eligibility requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume.
Resume tips here. (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/hiringprocess.jsp)
:
Position requires a minimum of one (1) year of IT related experience in object oriented programming.
Experience must include:
Object Oriented programming skill using Java or other similar languages.
Experience using an integrated Development Environment (IDE) such as Microsoft Visual Studio, Eclipse or Delhi
Ability to deliver effective verbal or written messages that facilitate a mutual understanding on both parties.
Customer service skills that include active listening, empathy, and problem-solving.
An associate's degree or higher in Information Technology or an IT related field substitutes for one (1) year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Cloud computing technologies such as Azure, AWS
Java programming experience using Eclipse or other similar IDE
IBM CLM toolset experience
Agile methodologies
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
Criminal History Check
Reference Check
Social Security and Address Verification
Education Verification
Other legally required checks
Minnesota IT Services does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicant for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.