Chief of Legacy Application Team Applications Developer Administrator
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Are you interested in joining a team responsible for the management of environmental data that serves to assist technical staff in the protection of Pennsylvania's valuable natural resources? If so, look no further! The Conservation and Environment Information Technology Delivery Center is looking for a dedicated and talented individual to lead and direct the Enterprise Applications Development Team. If you are an experienced Information Technology (IT) professional with proven leadership abilities, we want to hear from you!, This position serves as Chief of the Legacy Development Team within the Solutions Management area of the Conservation and Environment Delivery Center (CEDC). You will be responsible for administering and directing the design, development, integration, testing, implementation, maintenance, and modernization of highly complex, interdependent enterprise systems supporting the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). Work involves providing advanced technical and administrative leadership across Oracle Forms, Oracle APEX, Java, and .NET platforms supporting mission-critical systems including, but not limited to, eFACTS, WUDS, AIMS, MSI, PHUMMIS, CEMS, and other legacy applications that integrate with enterprise GIS and related Commonwealth technologies.
In addition to application development oversight, you will lead and administer Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) practices and CI/CD pipeline automation for assigned systems. You will also be required to ensure automated validation, regression testing, security scanning, accessibility compliance, and controlled deployments are embedded within the software development lifecycle to improve reliability, reduce production defects, mitigate risk, and support sustainable modernization of critical environmental systems. Lastly, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with peer Application Development Administrators and DevOps personnel to ensure consistent implementation of CI/CD and testing standards across the Delivery Center. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices., * If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information., * Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
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Requirements
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- One year as a Senior Applications Developer (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) ; or
- Six years of information technology experience that includes four years of experience in applications development or applications maintenance; or
- Four years of information technology experience in applications development or applications maintenance, and an associate's degree in any information technology field; or
- Two years of information technology experience in applications development or applications maintenance, and a bachelor's degree in any information technology field; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements:
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Benefits & conditions
Military leave, Paid parental leave, Parental leave, Health insurance, Retirement plan, Paid time off, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.* Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
