Dynamic 365 Developer

As an IT Application Development Senior Specialist, you will provide advanced technical expertise in the design, development, and delivery of software solutions that address complex customer and business needs. This position plays a key role in supporting enterprise mission-critical applications by evaluating the technical feasibility of business requirements, resolving complex defects and issues, and designing innovative solutions using modern technologies.

The candidate of choice will contribute to project planning by providing well-reasoned technical estimates, insights, and recommendations, while mentoring and sharing knowledge with other developers to strengthen the team’s technical capabilities. This position is also responsible for ensuring system quality and reliability through performance, system, and unit testing, as well as developing the documentation, automation, and implementation processes necessary to successfully deploy, maintain, and sustain enterprise applications.

Bring your technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and passion for innovation to a role where the solutions you build directly support the organization’s mission. If you’re ready to tackle challenging technology needs and help shape the future of enterprise applications, we’d love to have you on our team.

A completed application packet will include:

• A cover letter regarding your interest in this position with our agency
• A detailed resume
• Three professional references

Duties

We are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service and are committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that fosters and inspires excellence, while promoting innovation, engagement, and safety, leading to better outcomes for our incarcerated population, our agency, and our community.

As an IT Application Development Senior Specialist, some of your duties will include:

• Designing, building, customizing, and configuring custom and vendor provided software solutions using .Net or other languages to include:
• Leading through interaction with business analysts, software developers, software testers, project managers, and end users to elicit requirements
• Collaborating with business analysts, software testers, and other developers to plan, analyze, and write technical requirements for new solutions or enhancement of existing applications
• Preparing required documentation for the effective maintenance of software applications
• Performing data modelling, designs normalized databases, and develops database objects
• Writing well-structured, extensible, and maintainable solutions in C# and other languages that efficiently deliver business value
• Reading documentation, consults with vendors, and creates example solutions to identify needed customizations or configuration for vendor provided cloud or self-hosted solutions
• Creating systems and processes to support data cleansing and extracting, transforming, and loading (ETL) of data between existing systems and new solutions
• Providing educated and reliable estimates for complexity and duration for planned work.
• Creating or updating existing complex queries to add, update, or delete datasets from data repositories
• Maintaining high-quality standards in delivered solutions through unit testing, pair programming, frequent code reviews
• Maintaining technical systems to ensure alignment with operational needs and business value
• Conducting research, attends training, and provides thought leadership to foster a culture of innovation and continual improvement

• Other tasks, Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington. Our Core Values:

• Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
• Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
• People’s safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
• Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
• Supporting people’s success: Corrections is committed to our community - understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities., * DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
• DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
• This recruitment may be utilized to fill more than one position.

• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates. **Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.

• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process., This position may be allocated for telework. If authorized for the role, work may be performed from your home or another offsite location within the state of Washington using a reliable internet or cellular hotspot service at that time. Employees are expected to perform assigned duties in a safe manner, to take proper care all state-issued equipment, and maintain confidentiality of all information in possession while working offsite. Employees will be required to commute to a Department of Corrections facility or field office as business requires, to potentially include components of the onboarding process. Some offices will have a “drop in” area available, however, a dedicated workspace within a DOC facility will not be provided.

• High school diploma or equivalent

AND

• Four years of software development experience

AND

• At least four (4) years of progressively responsible, professional work experience within Information Technology field, including experiences in analyzing, designing, coding, and implementing applications using C#, TypeScript, SQL Server, and SQL Server Reporting Services or the latest versions.

OR

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field

AND

• At least four (4) years of progressively responsible, professional work experience within Information Technology field, including experiences in analyzing, designing, coding, and implementing applications using C#, TypeScript, SQL Server, and SQL Server Reporting Services or the latest versions.

In addition to the above education/experience, the below knowledge, skills and/or abilities are required:

• Demonstrated experience in logical data modeling, relational data architecture.
• Experience in resolving application defects and performance issues in connection with changing business requirements
• Four years of experience in writing and/or modifying existing programs, documenting solution coding for application systems
• In-depth knowledge of design patterns, enterprise integration patterns, and patterns for modern enterprise architecture
• Experience in life-cycle management of modern application development.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Experience working with Dynamics 365, Azure cloud services, or other ERP solutions.

What will make your application stand out (preferred qualifications):

• Experience with agile, scrum, iterative, or waterfall development/project methodologies
• Experience with other programming languages, including F#, X++, Java, and Python
• American Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance experience
• Experience creating integrations with OnBase, Workday, and other SAS services

What We Offer: As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:

• Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
• Up to 25 paid vacation days a year
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance

• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

• Teamsters 117 represented positions receive 3 days of bereavement leave.