COBOL Mainframe Programmer

federal assistance program that provides financial aid and support services to low-income families with children) or large Health and Human Services systemsThis position requires a bachelor's degree in a related area and 8-10 years of experience in the field or in a related area.Preference will be given for familiarity with automated testing methodologies, TFS continuous integration and solid coding experience using TDD.Knowledge of DCF programs, prior experience with the Wisconsin CARES system and familiarity with State of Wisconsin application systems, procedures, and development standards is highly preferred and familiarity with the DCF Business Intelligence processes and tools is a plus.This developer position will provide application development and support for Department of Children and Families (DCF) CARES related mainframe applications.This developer will work as part of a team to develop and enhance mainframe applications using technologies such as COBOL and DB2 databases to implement maintenance & enhance mainframe functionality.The Cobol Mainframe Programmer 5 (CMP5) will work on high profile mainframe application projects within the Family and Economic Support Technical Services (FESTS) section.The incumbent will maintain and develop online and batch application programs by reviewing, analyzing, coding, testing and debugging application code.They will develop specifications, diagrams, flowcharts and documentation.The CMP3 will analyze and develop programs using COBOL, DB2, C#.NET, XML, API, SQL Server, Visual Studio, VSAM, and JCL for the new enhancements.The CMP3 will implement application changes, enhancements and new applications and provide post implementation support.This position requires a bachelor's degree in a related area and 8-10 years of experience in the field or in a related area.Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. While this position will typically report to a project leader or manager, there will be an expectation of self-direction.The candidate should have strong communication skills and should be a team player.Desired ExperienceWeb Environment - W2K web/applications servers, C#, DB2 Connect, SQL Server, ASP.Net Core, Angular 4, TypeScript, WebAPI or REST services10 yearsAdvanced Structured Analysis and Design for an online and batch DB2/CICS/MVS/Cobol/JCL Mainframe env10 yearsStructured Analysis and Design of Online and Batch DB2/CICS/MVS COBOL Mainframe using SPUFI, SQL, FI10 yearsExperience in Technical Writing and Documentation10 yearsExcellent oral and written communication skills10 yearsApplication Development and Support of CICS/DB2/COBOL/JCL Mainframe10 yearsPost-production support on middle to large mainframe applications10 yearsAnalytical/problem solving skills10 years