Application Developer III / 61013785

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave

State Retirement Plan

Deferred Compensation

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Social Services seeks an Application Developer III to support the Child and Adult Protective Services System (CAPSS). You will analyze, develop, test, implement, and maintain applications, collaborating with staff and management to deliver secure, compliant software.

Qualifications include a degree in computer science or related field with experience; knowledge of .NET, SQL Server, SDLC; willingness to work in state government and travel as needed; benefits

Qualifications

• Requires degree in computer science or related field with experience in computer system development and modification.
• Experience with .NET application development and SQL Server.

Responsibilities

• Directs operation and support of CAPSS and related applications.
• Develops, tests, implements, maintains, and documents new and existing applications.
• Coordinates with staff, management, analysts, and programmers to identify system needs and provide training.

Skills

Microsoft .NET

SQL Server

Enterprise web apps

System integration

User acceptance testing

SDLC knowledge

CAPSS experience

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in CS

Bachelor's Degree in CS

Tools

ASP.NET

Web services

Relational databases

Job description

Do you have a passion to provide meaningful work in the community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of children, families, and vulnerable adults? Then the South Carolina Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you.

Job Duties:

• The Application Developer III assists in directing the operation and support of the Child and Adult Protective Services System (CAPSS), related applications, and bi-directional interface projects. Plans, analyzes, develops, programs, tests, implements, maintains, and documents new and existing applications. Works with program staff, end users, management, analysts, and programmers to identify system needs, recommend technical solutions, coordinate workshops, support user acceptance testing, and provide training. Ensures assigned systems and software meet internal standards, state and federal requirements, and agency data and information security requirements.
• Writes and maintains application programs as required. Prepares and maintains documentation for system enhancements, modifications, and other assigned changes. Ensures internal standards and applicable state and federal requirements are met and that software complies with agency data and information security requirements.
• Develops technical requirements and development standards for assigned systems. Assists programming staff with system enhancements and modifications and performs programming, testing, and training as needed. Recommends development of new code or the reuse or enhancement of existing code.
• Evaluates program-area needs and recommends appropriate technical solutions. Participates in workshops and coordinates with end users and management. Directs the work of analysts and programmers in the design and development of technology solutions that support agency short- and long-range goals. Performs related management functions, including business continuity planning, succession planning, budgeting, and vendor management.
• Documents and oversees documentation of the technical aspects of integration solutions and interfaces. Maintains project documentation and ensures records are current, accurate, complete, and prepared in a timely manner.
• Provides positive and appropriate customer service to clients, the public, and coworkers as an integral part of job performance.
• Performs other related duties as required.

A High School Diploma and four (4) years of computer science or a related area and experience in computer system development and modification.

An Associate Degree and two (2) years in computer science or a related area and experience in computer system development and modification.

A Bachelor's Degree in computer science or a related area and experience in computer system development and modification.

Experience with Microsoft .NET application development. Experience with SQL Server and relational databases. Experience developing enterprise web applications. Experience with system integration and user acceptance testing. Experience leading software development projects. Knowledge of SDLC methodologies. Experience supporting CAPSS or comparable human services applications.

Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle. Individuals must comply with necessary field work assignments.

The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

DIVISION:Technology Services / Richland County