(2) Full-time, project positions
Expected Duration: December 1, 2009 - December 31, 2011

This position must be filled as soon as possible. It is at the hiring manager’s discretion to close this recruitment at anytime.

The opportunity
Employment Security Department’s (ESD) Information Technology Systems Division (ITSD) is recruiting for Application Test Engineers. This position will support the testing of a large-scale high-visibility project, Next Generation Tax System (NGTS).

Major duties

• This position, under the supervision of the Test Manager, will provide professional test and quality assurance services. Independently follow structured processes for testing highly complex systems using a variety of tools and applications such as Test Edition, functional test cases, queries and reports.
• Develop and execute test plans, cases and scripts to ensure application/system accuracy and quality. Analyze test results for functionality, usability and adherence to division standards. Document application defects and consult with developers on all platforms in the resolution of problems.
• Verify reliable test data exists in the test environment by comparing the data to the defined testing requirements.
• Populate the test environment by coordinating data extracts from other environments.
• Collaborate with other test engineers in the development and use of automated testing techniques and tools.
• Prior to implementation, review functional and technical requirements and perform QA validation to ensure software meets requirements and complies with ITSD standards.
• Consult with system managers, project leads, customers and business representatives to determine system requirements and specifications according to industry best practices.
• Actively pursue opportunities to improve, streamline and reinvent work processes.
• Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction with the products and services offered by the organization.
• Effectively demonstrate proactive interest in resolving customer problems/requests.

Required qualifications
Four years of information technology experience such as consulting, analyzing, designing, programming, installing and/or maintaining computer software applications, hardware, telecommunications, or network infrastructure equipment; directing projects; providing customer or technical support in information technology; or administering or supervising staff who performed work in any of these information technology disciplines.

Desired qualifications

• Experience in developing and writing test conditions and scripts based on design of new or existing functionality.
• Ability to understand documents that illustrate application functionality and desired enhancements of large scale systems.
• At least two years experience testing software, including: Function Testing.
• Two years of experience executing formal test plans and test cases, evaluating and documenting results.
• Two years of experience performing defect management and reporting.

Why we work here
Employment Security employees:

• Make a difference in the lives of people looking for work.
• Receive affordable, quality healthcare, including medical, dental, and vision options.
• Get a generous, paid time-off package.
• Enjoy an employer-funded retirement plan.
• Can sign up for a deferred-compensation program, flexible-spending accounts and tuition reimbursement.
• Work in a challenging and fun environment with creative, talented, and diverse individuals.

How to apply

Complete and submit:

1) To download an ESD application, click the link below.
ESD Application

2) Letter of interest describing how you meet the qualifications for this opportunity

3) Résumé

Send your complete applicant package via e-mail to HRrecruiting@esd.wa.gov. Please reference the recruitment number in your email subject line.

To be considered for this position, you must submit a complete applicant package and follow the application instructions. Incomplete applicant packages will not be considered.

• Application materials must be in Word format (no PDF or scanned files).
• A signature is not required on the application form.
• Please do not password-protect the application form.
• Only electronically submitted materials are accepted.

The application package will be evaluated on quality and completeness as part of the screening/evaluation process. Should you have any questions regarding the application process please check the Frequently Asked Questions - Jobs at Employment Security page.

Agency profile
Employment Security Department (ESD) is one of the largest executive agencies in Washington State government. The mission of Employment Security Department is to help Washington's workers and employers succeed in the global economy by delivering superior employment services, timely unemployment benefits, and a fair and stable unemployment insurance system.

Information Technology Services Division profile
ITSD supports and maintains the agency's computer systems and provides technical assistance in the installation and operation of personal computers and software.

Other information
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate accepting this position must comply with the Union Security clause contained in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington and the Washington Federation of State Employees.

Employment Security Department is an equal opportunity employer and provider of employment and training services. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.

Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or needing this job announcement in an alternate format should provide contact information via e-mail, or via telecommunications device for the deaf at 800-676-3777.