Application Developer - 72004189

Requisition No: 819541
Agency: Management Services
Working Title: APPLICATION DEVELOPER - 72004189
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 72004189
Salary: $58,153.68
Posting Closing Date: 01/01/2024
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Application Developer
Division of Information Technology
State of Florida Department of Management Services
This position is located in Tallahassee, FL
Position Overview and Responsibilities: [Keywords Searched: Full Stack Developer Jobs, Web Development Jobs, AppDev, RPA jobs]
This position reports to the Information Technology section, which provides business automation and application development solutions that support a variety of operational needs across the agency. To be successful in this role, we need a strong team player who thrives in a collaborative work environment. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work alongside other developers, content managers, analysts, customers, and agency leadership. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Enhance, maintain, and support the custom software applications used within the department. These applications are web-based apps written using current software programming languages and SQL compliant relational databases. This will require advanced level capabilities.
Design and develop new or replacement web-based software applications to support the business and processing needs of the DMS. Work collaboratively with customers to understand and document automation and system requirements. Examples of work may include:

• Design and model user interfaces, object behavior, database entities, and processes surrounding systems.
• Build applications according to documented specifications.
• Develop test plans and ensure proper execution of test plans.
• Ensure adequate source code control and version control.
• Train end-users and cross train team members in proper use of applications.
• Coordinate with OS systems developers to properly setup and configure servers and databases for proper functioning of Web-based applications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to code in multiple languages (C#/SQL/JavaScript) and work independently and in team environments.
• Ability to work across multiple platforms (MVC/.net/Ruby on Rails)
• Ability to configure and maintain Power Platform components including desktop and web flows.
• Ability to give attention to detail, spot errors quickly and maintain focus when working on long tasks.
• Ability to provide general technological support and assistance for a broad range of business needs.
• Strong analytical skills and experience to critique and document specific business automation requests and needs, make recommendations for technical solutions, and participate in implementing or leading appropriate automation solutions.
• Ability to provide instruction to junior content managers & business automation specialists.
• Ability to write and maintain accurate and complete technical documentation.
• Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations, solve problems, document workflow and other activities relating to the improvement of business operations.
• Proficiency in the full Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to draft professional communications for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Accountability, Communication, Empowerment, Flexibility, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork.

Minimum Qualifications:
A minimum of two years of experience in software, web-based, or cloud-based design and development. An associate degree in software development or related field can substitute for experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Although not required, some nice-to-haves include experience using the following Microsoft tools: Source Control/Git, VS Code/Visual Studio, PowerShell, Office 365, PowerApps/Flows/RPA, Power BI, and SharePoint.
Our Organization and Mission:
DMS is a customer-oriented agency responsible for managing the various business and workforce-related functions of state government. Under the direction of Governor Ron DeSantis and DMS' Executive Leadership Team, the agency oversees the real estate, procurement, human resources, group insurance, retirement, technology, telecommunications, private prisons, fleet, and federal property assistance programs utilized throughout Florida's state government. It is against this backdrop that DMS strives to demonstrate its mission, "We serve those who serve Florida." Under the leadership of DMS Secretary Pedro Allende, DMS' employees embody four pillars on a daily basis: lead by example, serve with excellence, create efficiencies, and challenge the status quo.
Special Notes:
DMS is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience and transferrable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following provided email addresses:
DMS.Ability@dms.myflorida.com
DMS.Veterans@dms.myflorida.com
An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DMS Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 488-2707. DMS requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.