IT Application Developer-Entry

Description

Description

AGRICULTURE - A Cornerstone of Washington's Economy
The Washington State Department of Agriculture has been serving the state for more than 100 years. Through service, regulation and advocacy, we keep agriculture viable and vital in Washington State, while protecting consumers, public health, and the environment. We work extensively with farmers and ranchers, but our responsibilities – from ensuring food safety to environmental protection – touch the lives of millions of people locally, nationally, and abroad.
The agency includes 780 employees approximately and grows close to 1,000 employees at the peak of seasonal work. To learn more and view additional openings, please visit our Employment Page.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
This position works within the Application Development IT group and primarily is responsible for creating, enhancing, and maintaining, software solutions for all business units within the agency. The Entry Application Developer takes a conceptual system plan (provided by a Journey/Senior Application Developer) and with the help of the Journey/Senior Application Developer, turns it into a detailed application development effort (System Development Life Cycle - SDLC): design, develop, test, and implement) for business systems within the agency.
This entry level software developer must have current software development skills and experience, using the latest techniques and business best practices, and will assist the Application Developers with the technical challenges and issues this team faces - covering both software applications and data management.

Duties

• Designs/develops business applications, and performs data conversion, system testing, user acceptance testing and implementation of applications for the Agency.
• Designs specialized interfaces, file transfers, data gathering and processes to collect and evaluate data.
• Responsible for administering, developing and/or utilizing tools and utilities in support of assigned systems.
• Provide escalated support to the service desk when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in computer science; or two years of IT work experience including 1 year as an entry level or equivalent that includes experience in business requirements or high level designs for business software applications.
• Knowledge and application of techniques for requirements gathering and writing high-level designs.
• Understanding of user interface design.
• Excellent understanding of programming logic and database structure/processing.
• Technical knowledge of and experience in application design.
• Technical knowledge of and experience working with: Microsoft Visual Studio 2010/2012, Dot.Net ASPX, C#, Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2/2012

Desired:

• Technical knowledge and working experience with: SQL Server 2012/2013, Angular JS, Visual Basic, jQuery, Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services, AJAX, Web Services, Crystal Report, Project Management, Project Estimates, Object Oriented Programming

Supplemental Information

How to Apply:
You must complete your careers.wa.gov profile and answer the supplemental questions. In addition to completing the online application, and supplemental questions applicants must attach the following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this position:

• A letter of interest to describe why you are the best candidate and how you meet the specific qualifications for this position.
• Current resume detailing experience and education

By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed.
Applications with comments "see attachments" will be considered incomplete.
If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855)524- 5627 or email [email protected]
Should you have any questions regarding this position or the online application, contact the Human Resource Office at (360) 902- 2020 or [email protected]
Prior to a new appointment into the Department of Agriculture, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of your application and the materials submitted. All information may be verified and documentation may be required. Applications received via e-mail will not be accepted in lieu of applying through the state's on-line recruitment system.
The Human Resources Division may use referrals from this recruitment to help fill future similar vacancies for up to six months.
Veteran's Preference: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, or other verification of military service. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here.
Military Spouse Preference: To take advantage of military spouse preference, you will have an opportunity to identify your status in the questionnaire. We thank you and are grateful for your service!
The Department of Agriculture celebrates our differences and we are committed to a workplace that supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Persons with a disability, who need assistance with their application or need this announcement in an alternative format, may call 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.

Posted on : Thu, 17 Sep 2020 02:15:38 GMT