Application Developer I - 61007895

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Embracing Service, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Pursuing Excellence, and Advancing Equity Under limited supervision the analyst will work with Senior Application Analysts to perform the analysis, design, code, testing, documentation, implementation, modification, and upgrade of agency computer systems supporting Vital Records, BEE, First Sounds and Public Health Statistics & Information Services (PHSIS). To include integration and monitoring of supporting backend system processes and solutions, documentation, and remediating and solving customer issues.

• Work in a team environment to implement, maintain and provide technical support for Vital Records and PHSIS specific applications as assigned. Provide technical back-up for other applications as assigned. Ensure systems integrate seamlessly with agency Electronic Document Management System (EDM) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Adheres to Information Technology application development standards.
• Assist with integration and monitoring of supporting system processes, stored procedures, and third party solutions. Remediate and solve customer reported issues.
• Prepare and maintain system documentation for applications supported. Provide appropriate administrative documentation/project communication.
• Act as technical consultant to customers and work with other technology staff to ensure applications adhere to Information Technology application development standards. Assist with problem resolution and support the IT Service Center by responding to application-related service calls.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Employee will work under limited supervision. Must be customer-oriented and respond to priority tasks as needed. Some after-hour and weekend work may be required.

State Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and work experience in computer programming. An associate’s degree or a bachelor’s degree in a related field may substitute for the required work experience. Agency Additional Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field and one (1) year of applicable software development and modification experience; or associate degree in computer science, computer technology, or a related field and two (2) years of applicable software development and modification experience; or a high school diploma and four (4) years of experience in computer programming or computer system development and modification in a Microsoft ASP.NET MVC framework (C#, ASP.NET, ADO.NET) environment. Knowledge of information systems design, testing, debugging, analysis, maintenance and security techniques. Experience in writing SQL queries, stored procedures, and XML. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks efficiently and effectively. Minimal amount of travel will be required. “Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the DPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate.” Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation., Visual Studio C# .Net, experience using jQuery, ASP.Net, HTML, CSS and reporting in web application development; browser independent web application development experience using Chrome, Safari, Firefox and Internet Explorer., DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

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• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• Prescription drug insurance
• Parental leave
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance, The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices *
• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)

• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

• Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.