Career Opportunity

Client-Server/Web Developer (Principal Consultant #838)
838
Springfield
IFSOE
Software Solutions
$57,461 - $72,614
$57,461 - $97,790
Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
March 20, 2023
Open Until Filled

​Reporting to a Supervisor, analyzes, designs, develops, implements and evaluates sophisticated computer-based systems in a client-server/web environment; maintains existing client-server/web based systems and updates systems documentation; communicates and consults orally and in writing with Agency staff to determine needs and develop solutions; provides technical assistance to Agency staff; participates in staff development activities to maintain and enhance professional skill levels; participates in Agency project teams. 

  • ​Maintains existing client-server based systems and updates system documentation in compliance with Agency mandates.
  • Participates in the entire project lifecycle including concept and design, prototyping, development, production, quality assurance and testing, deployment and maintenance of sophisticated web based systems following best practices and development standards, guidelines and documentation.
  • Communicates and consults both orally and in writing with management and clients to determine information requirements and develop solutions to operational needs.
  • Participates in professional training courses and performs research to maintain and enhance professional skill levels.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • ​Bachelor's degree in Information Technology (IT) or Computer Science, or, a Bachelor's degree in any field, or, an Associate's degree in any field.  (COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION)
  • Two years of IT experience or coursework in the last five years if a Bachelor's degree in IT or Computer Science; three years of IT experience or coursework in the last five years if a Bachelor's degree in any field; four years of IT experience or coursework in the last seven years if an Associate's degree. 
  • Two years of **RECENT** client-server system design and computer programming.  
  • Knowledge of IT concepts, principles, and theories. 
  • Strong written and oral communications skills. 
  • Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. 
  • Ability to quickly pick up new tools and technologies. 
  • Ability to facilitate meetings and follow up with resulting action items. 
  • Ability to work independently on issues and projects and to participate cooperatively on group projects. 
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • ​Experience with development of Windows-based applications utilizing object oriented programming languages such as Microsoft Visual Basic, VB.net, C# or ASP.net (at least two). 
  • Experience with programming architecture such as Model, View, Controller (MVC). 
  • Experience utilizing database management systems such as SQL server or MS Access. 
  • Experience with reporting languages such as SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) or Crystal Reports. 

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