Power Platform Developer - EHRA - Early Career

This role will be responsible for the end-to-end development, administration, and support of business applications and automated workflows. You will collaborate directly with internal divisions to translate complex business needs into high-performing, well-architected solutions using the full suite of Microsoft Power Platform tools., * Design, build, and maintain custom business applications using Canvas Apps, Model-Driven Apps, and Power Pages.

• Create and manage sophisticated workflows using Power Automate to streamline internal processes and data movement.

• Develop and deploy conversational AI and chat solutions using Copilot Studio.

• Manage the onboarding of new solutions and provide ongoing support for existing ones. Handle the import/export of solutions, environment management, and deployment cycles.

About the Division:

The Department of Information Technology Enterprise Collaboration Services (DIT ECS) team’s mission is to provide enterprise-level communication and collaboration services that improve the productivity and efficiency for the workforce in state government and other authorized government and public-sector entities with our core clientele being state Executive Branch agencies. More than 65,000 public servants rely on our enterprise-level communication and collaboration capabilities through our Microsoft 365 core cloud services including Exchange Online Email, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, and Power Platform. Customers also rely on our ability to manage their data Security and Compliance through Defender, Purview, and eDiscovery services. DIT ECS makes ongoing improvements through modernization and lifecycle management to keep up with technological changes and our customers’ business and operational needs, enabling them to serve their constituents more effectively and efficiently.

Do you have experience in Workflow management (operations management method)?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, * Demonstrated understanding of Microsoft Power Platform tools-such as Canvas Apps, Model-Driven Apps, Power Automate, or Power Pages- with exposure through coursework, internships, or hands-on projects.

• Demonstrated understanding of business needs and contribution to simple technical designs or solution outlines that support those requirements.

• Demonstrated knowledge of how solutions are built, tested, and deployed, with an interest in learning Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) practices for the Power Platform.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or an IT related field or related technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in business application consulting or development, Associate degree in computer science or an IT related field from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience in application consulting or development, High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and six years of experience in business application consulting or development; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary Range: $81,504 - $122,256

The position is designated Statutory Exempt (EHRA) and is exempt from the State Human Resources Act.

This position may be eligible for hybrid remote work in accordance with state policy and the agency’s remote work program but does require weekly onsite work.

The Early Career Associate Program is ideal for recent graduates, early-career professionals, or those looking to transition to a new career seeking broad exposure to state IT operations.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career?

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