Service New Brunswick
Quality Assurance Application Tester
Pay Band 2
R85-2021/22-453
Open Competition
Fredericton
Who are we?
The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. With over 700 employees, we form one of the largest IT employers in the province with office locations in most cities and regions. We are mandated to deliver an extensive range of IT Services across various information technology disciplines.
Technology is often a core component to government services provided to the citizens of New Brunswick. As such, we implement and support the technologies used to deliver to Health Care, Education, Justice, Environment, Economic Development, Social Services, Transportation, Agriculture as well as many other sectors. Members of our team have the opportunity drive innovation and excellence across government using technology. Service New Brunswick is seeking an individual to join the Technology Services Division as Quality Assurance Application Tester in Fredericton.
Who are you?
- You are client-centric and passionate about delivering exceptional service.
- You demonstrate initiative and are adaptable, organized and solution-oriented.
- You are an effective communicator and collaborator.
What will you be doing?
As a member of the Strategy, Solution and Planning Services team, you will be responsible for conducting application testing. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Participating in the creation of project test plans and other assigned QA related documents
- Reviewing and analyzing system specifications and project documentation for the purpose of designing, building and maintaining test cases, both manual and automated
- Utilizing testing software
- Executing test cases and providing testing results in preparation for projects releases and upgrades
- Reporting and tracking defects to resolution
- Participating in the change management reviews and approvals
- Adhering to QA procedures and standards
- Attending team status meetings and working group meetings as required
- Working closely with the Quality Assurance team and Project and Business leads to deliver assigned deliverables and meet project deadlines
Please ensure that you indicate the competition number R85-2021/22-453 when applying.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) year college diploma in an IT related field and two (2) years of testing experience. Subject to the response to this competition, an equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered, or the required years of experience may be increased.
Written and spoken competence in English is required.
Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please state your language capability on your application and ensure that preferred language for assessment is clearly identified.
ASSET QUALIFICATIONS: Preference may be given to candidates who demonstrate they have training or experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Experience testing software and test automation tools (HP Quality Center - ALM and LoadRunner)
- Completion of a Quality Assurance certificate program or a Quality Assurance certification; EX: ISTQB
- Professional membership with a recognized Quality Assurance society; EX: SQA
- Demonstrated Experience with Quality Assurance Frameworks and project methodologies including Waterfall and Agile
Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates will be required to undergo Criminal History Clearance prior to appointment.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioral competencies:
- Analytical Thinking/Judgment
- Client Service Orientation
- Effective Interactive Communication
- Results Orientation
- Teamwork and Cooperation
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: The successful candidate will possess the following technical competencies:
- Planning and Organizing Skills
- Specialized Subject Matter Expertise and Knowledge
- Written Communication
- Ability to use office technology, software and applications
Resumes should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
Salary : $41, 808- $58, 344 annually – Pay Band 2 - Management and Non-Union Pay Plan
We encourage applicants to apply on-line, by email at HR-RH@snb.ca, or by mail at the following address by July 6, 2021 indicating competition number #R85-2021/22-453. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level within the same work location.
Service New Brunswick
Human Resources
850 Lincoln Rd
PO Box 1998
Fredericton, NB E3B 4Z7
Telephone: (506) 457-3580
We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.
We promote a scent-reduced environment.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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