Applications Systems Specialist

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative government agency is seeking an Applications Systems Specialist to enhance its Traffic Records Systems. In this role, you will analyze, design, code, and implement advanced application systems while maintaining existing ones. Collaborate with various stakeholders, including law enforcement and traffic engineers, to ensure seamless application functionality. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to vital public safety initiatives and improve technology services across North Carolina. If you are passionate about technology and public service, this role will allow you to make a significant impact in your community.

Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Equal Opportunity Employment

Health Benefits

Retirement Plans

Qualifications

• Experience in application analysis, design, testing, and implementation.
• Ability to analyze organizational problems for application modifications.
• Experience with application usability and web applications development.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, code, test, and implement complex application systems.
• Lead projects related to business functions of TRS applications.
• Act as a technical interface for applications and provide support.

Skills

Application Analysis

Design and Testing

Object-Oriented Design

Relational Databases

.NET/C#/ASP .Net Core

SQL Server

HTML5/CSS

JavaScript

REST APIs

GIT/Azure DevOps

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Associate Degree

High School/GED

Tools

ASP.Net MVC

Dapper

Entity Framework

nUnit

MSTest

Job description

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We currently have an opening for an Applications Systems Specialist.

The primary responsibility of the Applications Systems Specialist I is to analyze, design, code, test, and implement complex and advanced computer application systems, as well as maintain existing systems in the Traffic Records Systems (TRS) unit.

The primary purpose of the Traffic Records Systems (TRS) unit of Information Technology is to provide the full range of information technology processing services and support for the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) – Traffic Records section and the Division of Highways (DOH) - Traffic Safety Systems Section in the North Carolina Department of Transportation. TRS consists of 6 complex applications related to motor vehicle crashes and crash analysis and utilizes multiple technologies. It interfaces with various internal and external applications. The TRS unit’s work is driven by modifications, re-engineering, legislative mandates, organizational and technological changes.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Lead projects related to business functions of the TRS applications.
• Act as a technical interface for the applications and provide level 2 application support to end users within the DMV and DOH.
• Support external users such as police departments, police officers, municipal/county traffic engineers, and DOH contractors.
• Collaborate with IT resources such as Helpdesk, Operations, Database Administrators, Mainframe Support, and State support personnel.

Note: Selected candidate must reside in North Carolina at the time of hire.

About the Division

The N.C. Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) serves as the Technology Center for the State of NC. Services reach a client base of state and local government agencies, schools, colleges, and universities. NCDIT’s mission is to enable trusted, business-driven solutions that meet North Carolinians’ needs. NCDIT provides technology services to state agencies and works to close the digital divide by expanding broadband access and promoting affordable high-speed internet.

Our workforce should reflect the demographics of North Carolina. We foster a culture of thoughtful, practical, innovative, and data-driven strategies. As an Employment First state, we ensure equal opportunities for people with disabilities (Executive Order 92). We support initiatives for military personnel and their spouses. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion.

If you have student loans, becoming a state employee may make you eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required include:

• Experience in application analysis, design, testing, and implementation.
• Ability to analyze organizational and procedural problems for application modifications or development.
• Ability to meet deadlines based on user expectations and policies.
• Experience with application usability, object-oriented design, relational databases, and developing web applications using .NET/C#/ASP .Net Core, SQL Server, HTML5/CSS, JavaScript, REST APIs, and GIT/Azure DevOps.
• Experience in testing, troubleshooting, managing workflows, and keeping up with emerging techniques.

Preferred skills include:

• Experience with ASP.Net MVC
• Experience with Dapper and Entity Framework
• Experience with testing frameworks like nUnit, MSTest

Education and experience requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field with four years of experience.
• OR Associate degree with five years of experience.
• OR High School/GED with eight years of experience or equivalent combination.

Additional information about equal opportunity, benefits, and application procedures are included in the original description.