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State of Idaho

IT Software Engineer I

State of Idaho, Boise, Idaho, United States, 83708


Description

Career Opportunity

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

Are you a

Software

or

IT Professional

looking for work-life balance with an established organization? Apply your skills to support the processing of revenue for the State of Idaho.

The Idaho State Tax Commission Technology and Innovation team is seeking a Software Engineer I. The selected candidate will collaborate with project stakeholders, team members, and external partners and vendors on sophisticated tax revenue administration software issues and development.

The successful candidate will have experience on object-oriented programming and Excel, with good communication and problem solving skills, and the ability to prioritize your multiple assigned tasks in the same time period while meeting specified timelines in a group setting.

A compensation analysis will be completed for the selected candidate. This position is located at the Boise Office in the Chinden Campus located at The selected candidate must report to this location; hybrid telecommuting may be considered after completion of a 6 month probationary period and all required training.

What's In It for You?Comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, and dental insurance, PERSI defined benefit retirement planPaid sick and vacation leaves start accruing your first day11 paid holidays per yearPaid Parental Leave covering the birth or adoption of a child for up to 8 weeks. Permanent, full-time classified employment status after successful completion of an entrance probationEmployee assistance programA healthy work-life balance with flexible schedulesA business casual dress codeCareer growth opportunitiesWorking in an office environment with other talented and highly motivated individuals. Beautiful state campus with lots of free parking, walking paths, and centrally located in the valley on Chinden Blvd. in BoiseWhy Join Us?

OUR VISION: Great people. Helping you. Serving Idaho.OUR MISSION: Benefit the people of Idaho with courteous customer service and education by providing fair, efficient and effective revenue and tax administration.OUR VALUES: Fairness, Accountability, Integrity, Respect.What Do Our Employees Say About Us?

"I love the work-life balance at the Tax Commission because our managers and supervisors are awesome with flexibility.""We work a flexible schedule, Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week. So this schedule has allowed me to do other things in my life.""My favorite part about working for the Tax Commission are the people I get to work with. It's become a family, and I've made lots of lifelong friends."Follow us on or to learn more about us!

Responsibilities:

Develop, test, and implement new application programs and enhancements (experience using Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio, Visual Studio, VB.net, and C# would be beneficial)Provide end user supportResearch available tools and technologies to determine alternative technology solutionsCoordinate resolution of problems with the operational systemConfer with users to analyze, develop, and maintain programsMinimum Qualifications:

Good knowledge of multiple programming languages and software development tool suites (One college or vocational-level course directly related to one programming language and software development tool suites

AND

6 months of work experience using programming languages and software development tools

OR

one year of work experience using programming languages and software development tools.)Good knowledge of software development processes and software testing practices. (Valid IT certification in software testing and development OR at least 1 year of work experience testing and developing software)Good knowledge of automated systems and applications (At least 1 year of work experience testing and developing systems)At least 1 year of work experience creating, interpreting and documenting user requirements on at least 1 development project

Technical proficiency, creative problem solving, communication, detail oriented, self motivated and ability to accept constructive feedback

EEO/ADA/Veteran:The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email .

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.