Journey IT Application Developer
Job Location:
Thurston County, WA - USA
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Job Summary
- Description
- We are dedicated to growing a culture of belonging through our values:
Respect Trust Diversity Inclusion Equity.At the Department of Licensing (DOL) we recognize the importance of work life harmony and strive to create a culture where employees feel valued and respected. Our employees are trusted and encouraged to be a part of process improvements that impact their work create value for our customers and help build trust in our government.Our Information Services Division (ISD) is recruiting for a project driven Journey level IT Application Developer!
We are one of the most public facing state agencies and the second largest revenue generating agency in Washington State. We regularly interact with over 6 million Washington residents and collect nearly $3 billion in taxes and fees annually. We know our services are essential to our customers ability to live work drive and thrive and we are committed to ensuring every resident has equitable and meaningful access to our services.Are you enthusiastic about Application Development and passionate about team collaboration in a support focused environment If so read on!
- Duties
As our Application Developer you will use your expertise in software development databases and system integrations to support critical services within the Department of Licensings DRIVES system. Working with business partners technical teams vendors and external stakeholders you will develop and maintain applications that support driver licensing vehicle and vessel services and data exchange solutions. You will troubleshoot complex issues turn business needs into technical solutions and ensure applications meet quality and performance standards. Strong communication skills are essential as you collaborate with others explain technical concepts and support project delivery. You will also provide technical guidance to team members and help improve processes and technology solutions. Overall you will provide development and technical expertise that supports the departments mission and services to Washington residents.
Some of what you will do:- Perform complex analysis design development testing troubleshooting and support activities using appropriate tools and technologies.
- Design develop maintain and support application interfaces and data exchange solutions with internal and external partners.
- Research evaluate and recommend technologies tools and approaches to improve system functionality efficiency and maintainability.
- Collaborate with business and technical teams to define requirements design solutions and deliver application enhancements.
- Ensure development architecture security and quality standards are consistently followed throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Provide technical leadership through code reviews mentoring knowledge sharing and support of development team initiatives.
- Qualifications
What you will bring:
- Eight (8) years of combined education and experience analyzing designing or developing computer systems applications or databases.
- The ability to:
- Understand and follow agency values of respect trust diversity equity and inclusion through behaviors and decisions.
- Promote and support a respectful equitable and inclusive workplace for all employees.
- Promote and support respectful equitable and inclusive delivery of services to customers.
- Take action to learn and grow.
- Take action to meet the needs of others.
Experience can be gained concurrently.Up to 5 years of relevant education may substitute year for year for experience.
Must include 9 semester or 15 quarter hours of computer science courses.Associates degree 2 years Bachelors degree 4 years Masters degree 5 years
What may set you apart:- Eight (8) years of experience as a Software Developer.
- Development experience with the following tools and/or technologies:
- SQL Reporting Services Microsoft Team Foundation Server (TFS) Web Services SQL Visual Studio (VS)
- XML
- JavaScript
- C#
- This position will operate onsite at our Olympia WA office location multiple times a month.
- Prior to a new hire a pre-employment screening including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the pre-employment check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
DOL is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified keeping with our commitment we will take steps to ensure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation.For information about available accommodations the interview process or the position contactKyle Odell.
- Supplemental Information
Join us as we transform how government delivers services! Together we can build a legacy of commitment to diversity equity and inclusion that will benefit generations to come. Be part of this vital mission and make a real impact in your community.
How to Apply:- Select theApplybutton at the top of this job announcement.
- Attach the following:
- A transcript verifying IT course hours (if applicable).
A resume will not substitute for the work experience section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as see attachments may be considered incomplete.Candidates who are offered a job with DOL must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.
A paycheck is just part of a total compensation package. We offer some of the nationsbest benefits.We value diverse perspectives and life experiences.
We employ and serve people of all backgrounds including people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ people with disabilities and veterans. We value the unique traits and attributes that each employee brings to the job. Through the diverse perspectives of an inclusive workforce we will create a more respectful productive and unified team to better serve the public of Washington.Veteran/Military Spouse Preference Notice
To take advantage of veteran/military spouse preference please notify the Talent Acquisition Team. Be sure to include the title of this recruitment in the subject line.
The Washington State Department of Licensing is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age sex (including gender identity) religion marital status sexual orientation race creed color national origin honorably discharged veteran or military status or the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.Persons requiring accommodation in the application process during the recruitment process or who need this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources Office at or may email Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call our ASL interpreter via Video Phone at .
The candidate pool certified from this recruitment may be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty days.
Required Experience:
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