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State of South Carolina

Application Developer II - Office of Information Technology

State of South Carolina, Blythewood, South Carolina, United States, 29016


Location :

Richland County, SC

Job Type:

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number:

169295

Agency:

Department of Public Safety

Opening Date:

10/24/2024

Closing Date:

10/29/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Residency Requirement:

No

Class Code::

AM09

Position Number::

60023595

Normal Work Schedule::

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Band:

Band 6

Unclassified

Hiring Range - Min.:

$46,655.00

Hiring Range - Max.:

$53,000.00

Opening Date:

10/24/2024

EEO Statement:

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures::

****ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE. ALL CORRESPONDENCE FROM THE OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES WILL BE THROUGH ELECTRONIC MAIL.****

Veteran Preference Statement:

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

This is an internal posting for current SCDPS employees only.

Planning, designing, developing, testing, deployment, maintenance and documentation of moderately complex to complex computer applications.

Provide application support for enterprise computer applications by efficiently utilizing the helpdesk ticketing software.

Application programming, development, and configuring software needed to automate applications and revise existing systems.

Assist in maintaining application webservers, application infrastructure, implement system checks, perform software and application updates and assist in retirement of legacy systems.

Administrator of applications and manage user accounts for computer applications.

Assist in implementation of enterprise computer applications by attending project meetings and assisting in the Application Development lifecycle (analysis, planning, designing, developing, testing, integrating and maintenance) research into feasibility of new designs, solutions and proposed implementations.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirements

- A high school diploma and work experience in the modification and maintenance of system programs, the design and development of system software, or the testing and debugging of system software. An associate degree or a bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for the required work experience.

Additional Requirements Moderate application-level knowledge of capabilities, programming techniques, and intricacies of information systems. Moderate knowledge of computer languages.

Moderate application-level ability to write and revise computer programs. Moderate application-level ability to understand and carry out technical instructions and requests. Moderate application-level ability to analyze and reduce to logical order complex technical data.

Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner. Ability to work effectively with users, vendors, and other IT personnel. Ability to assist with planning, directing, instructing, and reviewing the work of technical personnel on a small scale.

Additional Comments

Employee will be under direct supervision of the Enterprise Software and Services Manager. The employee will be expected to show independence in resolving beginner to intermediate level tasks. The employee will be expected to assist with advanced level tasks. The employee will receive opportunity to show independence on advanced level tasks if they choose.

This job is 100% onsite at the SCDPS headquarters in Blythewood. SC. Employee is expected to occasionally work during off hours or tasks related to disaster support, disaster recovery testing, application updates, upgrades and other maintenance. Employee may be expected to travel to remote sites and attend out-of-state conferences.

The South Carolina Department of Public Safety is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or national origin. The department prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or national origin.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance BenefitsEligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement BenefitsState employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace BenefitsState employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

01

The responses you provide to these Supplemental Questions will be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected. Any misrepresentation or omissions will result in your disqualification from employment and/or termination. Please select "Yes" if you agree with the following statement: When applying for this position, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each position that I feel qualifies me for the job I am seeking. I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected. I also understand that I may not submit a resume in lieu of completing the application or answering the Supplemental Questions. I acknowledge that I have read, understand and agree with the above.

YesNo

02

I understand that prior to employment being offered by the South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS), my personal identifying information will be used to conduct a criminal records investigation. Furthermore, I understand that if I accept employment with SCDPS, my fingerprints will be collected and submitted to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Davison (SLED) to conduct a final criminal records investigation on my first day of employment.

YesNo

03

Are you a current SCDPS employee?

YesNo

04

Which of the followng responses best reflects your level of education and experience?

At least a high school diploma and work experience in the modification and maintenance of system programs, the design and development of system software, or the testing and debugging of system software.An Associates degree in a relevant fieldA Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant fieldNone of the above

05

Do you possess moderate application-level knowledge of capabilities, programming techniques, and intricacies of information systems?

YesNo

06

If you answered "yes" that you possess moderate application-level knowledge of capabilities, programming techniques, and intricacies of information systems please give a brief description of your experience.

07

Do you possess moderate knowledge of computer languages, moderate application-level ability to write and revise computer programs, moderate application-level ability to understand and carry out technical instructions and requests and moderate application-level ability to analyze and reduce to logical order complex technical data?

YesNo

08

If you answered "yes" to question #5, please give a brief description of your experience.

09

If offered this position, would you be willing to accept an annual salary of $46,655.00 - $53,000.00 per year?

YesNo

10

How did you find out about this position?

State Government Website (careers.sc.gov)Career FairSocial MediaFriendSCDPS EmployeeOther

11

If you answered "SCDPS Employee", please list the employee's full name. If you answered "other" please indicate how you found out about this position. Otherwise, please write "N/A"

Required Question