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APPLICATIONS ANALYST I

Date: Oct 16, 2025

Req ID: 53391

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: 22106837

County: Pulaski City: Little Rock

Posting End Date: 10/29/25

Administration – Information Technology – Informatics Systems

*CLASSIFIED AS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION*

Additional Preferences:

Electronic Vital Registration Systems (EVRS) – Familiarity with vital statistics overflows (birth/death certification, FHIR) preferred.

Exceptional written and verbal communication preferred. Ability to write clear, concise documentation and training materials for both technical and non-technical users preferred.

Strong presentation and facilitation skills preferred.

Pre-ERAVE Records – ability to assist with reprinting pre-ERAVE illegible records for birth/death certifications preferred.

This position will serve as the ERAVE System Administrator.

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