Quality Analyst Tester

Pay Grade: K Responsibilities Manage quality assurance testing process with creation and execution of test plans, test cases, and test data for manual testing and automated scripts. Ability to generate manual and automated test scripts to support business requirements. Analyze system needs, requirements, technology components, and serve as Subject Matter Expert. Coordinate with business units to define testing scope within the release context and project schedule. Apply appropriate test measurements and metrics for system/application testing activities to isolate, replicate, and report defects. Accountable for quality test results, reports, fact‑based findings, and alternate solutions to ensure successful system implementations. Generate detailed analysis and evaluation of defects and issues with proposed solutions to address quality gaps. Performs research and analysis of business cases, requirements, and quality testing solutions. Coordinate with technology teams to ensure defined testing and environment readiness standards. Clearly define system defects and align them with business requirements Create metrics to measure application quality and defect tracking. Generates, presents, and distributes standard and ad‑hoc reports and makes recommendations based on relevant findings. Transforms business analytics into solutions that provide information to drive the improvement of the delivery of services and decision support. Oversees the tracking/reporting of testing data and defect management. Coordinates testing activities and data collection with internal and external customers. Assists with orientation, training, or providing task guidance to junior team members. Performs other assignments as required. Qualifications High school diploma/GED AND two (2) years of related experience. OR Two (2) years of experience at the lower-level IT Business Analyst 1 (ITP060) or position equivalent. Preferred Qualifications One (1) to Three (3) years experience in software/application testing One plus (1+) years of demonstrated experience with automated testing tools Ability to focus on deadlines and deliverables Ability to define test data and requirements Strong communication skills Strong analytical abilities Additional Competencies Customer/Stakeholder Focus Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills Problem Solving/Analysis Critical Thinking Test Plan Management/Organization & Planning Results Driven Other Information (various scheduling options, standard office hours, travel required, etc.) The candidate selected for this position is required to collaborate with the team and participate in meetings. Standard work hours are 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. This position follows a hybrid schedule requiring two (2) days per week in the office, subject to operational needs and supervisor approval. Employment Information State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary. DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials. The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre‑employment drug screening and a criminal background check. Relocation assistance is not provided. In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department. ADA Statement DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email View email address on click.appcast.io. DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Benefits Standard Benefits for Full‑Time Salaried Employees In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long‑term care, and life insurance. Standard Benefits for Part‑Time Employees Part‑time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave. #J-18808-Ljbffr Georgia Department of Public Health