IT Supervisor (Software Development)

TEACHERS RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF LA; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

TEACHERS RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF LA in Baton Rouge is seeking a Software Development IT Supervisor to lead a team building and maintaining critical applications using .NET technologies.

You will drive Agile SCRUM practices, guide project leaders, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure secure, scalable solutions for Louisiana’s educators.

Qualifications

• Six years of information technology experience.
• Experience leading software development teams.
• Bachelor’s or higher in information technology and related fields.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, design, development, testing, and deployment of software applications supporting agency operations.
• Lead two project leaders and manage application developers, including design and maintenance of custom apps.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align IT initiatives with TRSL goals.

Skills

Project leadership

Team management

Agile SCRUM

Software architecture

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology

Master’s degree in information technology

Associate’s degree in information technology

Tools

ASP.NET

NET CORE

C#

JavaScript

REST API

Web API

DevOps

Cloud technologies

Job description

Do you enjoy being an excellent software application supervisor, love what you do and want to make a difference?

Join our mission to empower Louisiana’s teachers with retirement security and exceptional service. At TRSL, we're passionate about making a meaningful impact on the lives of our state's teachers. As an Software Development IT Supervisor at TRSL, you'll be part of a dynamic team that leverages cutting‑edge Microsoft .Net technologies, including ASP.NET, .NET CORE, C#, JavaScript Frameworks, REST API services, Web API, and more.

Our collaborative environment is built around Agile SCRUM methodologies, ensuring our development processes are efficient, effective, and adaptable. We're committed to your growth and success. From day one, you'll receive comprehensive training, challenging projects, and opportunities to develop into a top‑notch Software Project Leader. Our goal is to foster a culture of innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning, where every team member can thrive and contribute to the development of next‑generation software for our agency.

If you're driven to make a difference in the lives of teachers and passionate about leading high‑performing teams, we invite you to join our team.

Why work for TRSL?

• Service –All Louisianans have benefited from teachers that inspire and encourage us. At TRSL we give back to our state’s teachers by providing retirement security and excellent service.
• Culture –We value and support employees through open communication, professional development, recognition, and by creating a sense of community.
• Growth –TRSL encourages professional growth in a number of ways including professional development plans and career progression groups through SCS. We also offer financial assistance for professional certifications and postsecondary/graduate‑level courses.
• Benefits –TRSL offers a generous benefits package including: a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules, etc.
• Location–TRSL is conveniently located near the I-10 / I-12 split on Essen Lane, away from the congestion of downtown Baton Rouge.

Requirements

• Six years of experience in information technology; OR
• Six years of full‑time work experience in any field plus four years of experience in information technology; OR
• An associate's degree in information technology plus four years of experience in information technology; OR
• A bachelor’s degree plus four years of experience in information technology; OR
• A bachelor’s degree with twenty-four semester hours in an information technology, computer science, engineering, mathematics, or business analytics field plus three years of experience in information technology; OR
• A master’s degree plus three years of experience in information technology.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full‑time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

NOTE: A certification in an approved area may be substituted for the education and/or experience requirements at the time of hire or promotion, provided the appointment is made from a Certificate of Eligibles.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• This position is responsible for overseeing the planning, design, development, testing and deployment of software applications that support the agency's business operations.
• TRSL IT Department is using modern programming languages and frameworks and requires a solid understanding of cloud technologies and DevOps practices. Technical training will be provided on site as needed.
• The successful candidate will work alongside with two Project Leaders and will manage Application Developers and will be responsible for application designing, development, and maintaining ongoing custom applications.

Position‑Specific Details:

Appointment Type: This vacancy may be filled as a Probation, Promotion, or Detail to Special Duty. Current classified permanent status employees may be required to accept a Probational Appointment.

TRSL will consider candidates eligible for full‑time work/practical training in Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Optional Practical Training (OPT) student status.

Compensation:

Special Entrance Rate (SER) as follows: $2,611.20 bi‑weekly

TRSL is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

All prospective new hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government’s E-Verify system.

TRSL is a Substance Abuse and Drug‑Free workplace.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, TRSL is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, prohibiting discrimination on the basis of any non‑merit factor.

Additional TRSL Job Postings can be found HERE.