• Applications Analyst I (Ias01p)

    State of Arkansas (Little Rock, AR)


    Applications Analyst I (IAS01P)

     

    Date: Sep 30, 2025

     

    Req ID: 52962

    Location:

    Little Rock, AR, US, 72205

     

    Category: AR DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

     

    Anticipated Starting Salary: 73,104.10

     

    Arkansas Department of Health

     

    4815 W Markham Street

     

    Little Rock, AR 72205

     

    Position Number: 22105105

     

    County: Pulaski City: Little Rock

     

    Posting End Date: 10/13/25

     

    Administration – Information Technology – Informatics Systems

     

    *CLASSIFIED AS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION*

    Additional Preferences:

    NEDSS Base System (NBS) – Demonstrated experience with NBS is strongly preferred.

     

    Database Management – Proficiency in SQL preferred.

     

    Experience with additional programming languages preferred.

     

    Disease Surveillance – Working knowledge of HL7 messaging standards, electronic case reporting (eCR), LOINC and SNOMED, Wildfly, or JBoss application servers, and Rhapsody integration engine preferred.

     

    Hiring Official: A. Larey

     

    The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and well-being of all Arkansans.

    Position Information

    Job Series:Information Technology – Application Support

     

    Classification:Applications Analyst I

     

    Class Code:IAS01P

     

    Pay Grade:IST07

     

    Salary Range:$73,104 – $119,274

    Job Summary

    The Applications Analyst I is responsible for analyzing, implementing, and maintaining software applications that support an agency’s or organization’s business processes and operations. By bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions, the Applications Analyst I collaborates with developers and information technology teams in an attempt to ensure applications are functional, efficient, and aligned with organizational goals. This role demands strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of business processes, and the technical expertise to troubleshoot and resolve application-related issues.

    Primary Responsibilities

    Evaluate business requirements and translate them into functional specifications for applications. Analyze existing applications to identify areas for improvement, optimization, or replacement. Coordinate with agencies to gather requirements, address concerns, and provide updates. Test and validate applications to ensure proper functionality and alignment with business needs. Develop and document processes, user guides, and training materials for end-users. Troubleshoot and resolve application-related issues to maintain system reliability. Support the integration of new applications or updates into existing systems. Monitor application performance and implement solutions to enhance efficiency. Collaborate with information technology teams and vendors to deploy and maintain software solutions. Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend innovative solutions.

     

    Knowledge and Skills

     

    Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills. Excellent verbal and written communication abilities. Attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality. Effective problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities. Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Systems Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.

     

    Licensure/Certifications

     

    N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

     

    The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

     

    Nearest Major Market:Little Rock