Augusta, Maine, United States
Onsite
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Office of Information Technology
Application Lifecycle Management Team
Opening Date: July 07, 2026
Closing Date: July 21, 2026
Grade/Admin Unit: 27 Professional/Technical
Job Class Code: 0867
Salary: $66,952.08 - $94,077.37*/Annually (*includes 15% recruitment and retention stipend, and eligible for a 5% training bonus)
Position Number: 200024855
Location: Augusta
Telework: Available
Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.
OVERVIEW:
The Department of Administrative and Financial Services (DAFS) Office of Information Technology (MaineIT) provides information technology support to over 13,000 employees. MaineIT oversees large-scale enterprise applications that support the critical and diverse business needs of the State of Maine and its agencies. MaineIT is seeking a highly talented individual who will represent our C.A.R.E. values in all that they do.
At MaineIT we:
Hybrid Work Opportunity:
The employee in this position currently has the opportunity to work from home as much as 90% of the time. There is a requirement that the employee be in the office at least once every two weeks, and the remote work location must be in the State of Maine.
ABOUT THE JOB DETAILS:
The Systems Analyst will play a key role in communication and facilitation between Program Partners, Vendors, and the Office of Information Technology in a vendor management capacity. This position will support applications within the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), ranging in size from client-based systems to enterprise-wide data management systems. This position will also support our internal Development Teams with process documentation.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
This is technical services work involving the implementation, analysis, enhancement, and maintenance of a variety of diverse enterprise-wide application systems. This position is primarily responsible for the oversight of vendor-managed applications. Vendor-managed applications are those that are primarily supported by an external vendor. The role of this position is to work with the state program and the vendor to ensure compliance with IT policies as defined in the vendor contract. Working with internal resources, this position will also facilitate the delivery of documentation necessary to show compliance with IT policies. In this role you will be tasked to hold vendors accountable to the security and accessibility requirements as well as the policies and procedures defined by the State of Maine. An important aspect of this work is the application of system analysis skills to formulate and/or evaluate solutions to complex business problems using automation technology and process improvement. You will frequently be a partner with technical staff and end-users to test and refine your/their work. Work is performed under limited supervision. This position is located in Augusta.
WHAT DO WE EXPECT?
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A four (4) year combination of higher level programming and or systems analysis and design experience. A Masters Degree from an accredited educational institution in Computer Science may be substituted for two (2) years of programming experience.
PREFERENCES:
The preferred candidate will have demonstrated the ability to define and resolve complex technical problems independently, and the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience with managing vendor-supported applications and vendor relationships. Experience with designing, conducting, and evaluating system tests is desired. Experience with application support and development in a team environment is required. Experience with RFP’s and Contracts is a plus. The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks as a condition of employment.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Please submit a cover letter along with a current resume.
In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.
CONTACT INFORMATION: For more information or questions specific to the position, please contact recruiting.ggsc@maine.gov
The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be required) as a condition of employment.
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.11% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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