Applications Developer 2Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/metrocouncil/jobs/newprint/4438132) ApplyApplications Developer 2Salary $72,176.00 - $108,908.80 AnnuallyLocation 390 Robert St. N St. Paul, MNJob TypeFull-TimeRemote EmploymentFlexible/HybridJob Number2024-00114DivisionRegional AdministrationDepartmentIS-AdminOpening Date04/03/2024Closing Date4/17/2024 11:59 PM Central
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WHO WE AREThis position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. Candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin. We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services.More information about us on our website. (https://metrocouncil.org/About-Us/The-Council-Who-We-Are.aspx) We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Information Services is the central IT department supporting all divisions of the Metropolitan Council. Our 140+ team members provide technology, practices and innovative solutions that enable the core services of the Council. How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region: The Applications Developer 2will work on the (EAI) Enterprise Application Integration project f ocusing on new integrations, understanding and rebuilding existing integrations, gathering and converting technical requirements and have the responsibility for end-to-end integration delivery . The Application Developer 2 will also assist with design, development, documentation, testing, support and maintenance that support critical business processes for existing systems. The ideal candidate will have experience in Azure Cloud technology, .NET Core, Web API, SQL and or Oracle database experience. The candidate should also have excellent interpersonal skills and ability to take direction and think innovatively. Full Salary Range: $34.70 - $52.36 hourly/$72,176 - $108,909 annually Note: The starting salary will be based on the selected candidate's experience, skills, education, and internal salary equity, and includes a generous benefits package including eligibility for annual salary increases. Benefits: Great work/life balance, insurance starting on day one, MN State Retirement Program pension, in-house clinic, salary continuance for injury or illness, 13 paid holidays per year plus generous annual leave, employee development, free Metro Transit rides, and much more! What you would do in this job
Implement end-to-end integrations, including the assisting with design, development, documentation, testing, and maintenance of integrations that support critical business processes for existing applications.
Work with Microsoft Azure Tools to deploy code to our cloud environment.
Provide technical development support and work effectively with developers, service owners and function owners in IS.
Use Azure Boards to document user stories and tasks for new/existing integrations.
Work and maintain a continuous improvement mindset.
Participate in Agile practices such as daily scrum meetings.
Incorporate standard processes established by Enterprise Architecture Program (EAP) and DevSecOps for end-to-end API and integrations delivery lifecycle across all projects.
Collaborate with other application teams to effectively understand their application requirements and translate them into actionable technical requirements.
Assist with updating and modifying specifications, designing flow and function, and translating into logical system processes.
Document solutions using flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments, clear code and any other technical documentation.
Troubleshoot and diagnose integration issues including performance problems using standard tools and utilities.
Assist with the development, implementation, and distribution of standards and best practices for integrations.
What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)Any of the following combinations of education (in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related) and experience in applications design and development:
High school diploma or GED and seven (7) years of experience.
Associate's degree and five (5) years of experience.
Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience.
What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):
Experience with any of the following:
Azure Platform as a Service (PaaS).
Microsoft Visual Studio C# and .Net Core for custom software development and maintenance of existing applications.
Microsoft Power Platform.
SharePoint.
Relational Databases, including Oracle 12c or higher and Microsoft SQL Server.
Front End Web Development Technology.
Infrastructure as Code.
CI/CD pipelines.
Source Control (Git).
Experience working and collaborating in a diverse, multi-cultural, and inclusive environment.
What knowledge, skills, and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:
Knowledge of:
Standard system design principles and applications development methodologies and tools.
Applicable programming languages, standard software development and maintenance tools and utilities, systems development life cycle.
Functions, capabilities, characteristics and limitations of standard computer platforms and devices; basic network architecture.
Basic web development technologies.
Relational database concepts and standard database software.
Principles and practices of sound business communications.
Microsoft/Office 365 Suite.
Computer networks, their design, required hardware and software, and principles of operations.
Programming and script writing in various languages .
AZ900 Fundamentals Certification.
Ability to:
Write, execute and debug software using one or more programming languages.
Analyze work processes and business rules and reach sound, logical conclusions regarding customer needs and business requirements.
Set priorities and organize work.
Evaluate alternatives and make sound independent decisions within established guidelines.
Communicate clearly and effectively to diverse audiences of technical and non-technical personnel orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective customer focused working relationships with managers, team members, customers, vendors, consultants, employees, and others.
What you can expect from us:
We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.
More about why you should join us! (http://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Making-A-Difference.aspx) Additional informationUnion: AFSCME Grade: G FLSA Status: Non-ExemptSafety Sensitive: No What your work environment would be:You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites. What steps the recruitment process involves:
We review your minimum qualifications.
We rate your education and experience.
We conduct a structured panel interview.
We conduct a selection interview.
Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:
If you are new to the Metropolitan Council , you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation. If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council , you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position. Security Policy:This position involves direct access to Criminal Justice Information (CJI) as defined by the FBI CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Services) Security Policy. In accordance with section 5.12.1.1 of the FBI CJIS Security Policy, final candidates must agree to submit to a state of residence and national fingerprint-based record check. If the result of the record check reveals criminal convictions, the nature and circumstances of those convictions will be reviewed by the Metropolitan Transit Police Department and/or the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension to determine if access to Criminal Justice Information would be permissible. If it is determined that access to Criminal Justice Information would not be permissible, the candidate will no longer be eligible for this position. IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration. The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email [email protected]. We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:
Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund
Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan
Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%
Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance
The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:
Well@Work clinic
bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year
parking at many job locations
fitness centers at many job locations
Employee Assistance Program
extensive health and wellness programs and resources
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Applicant Instructions: The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely, and please do not type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume and/or cover letter to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding supplemental questions.
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Employee Referral
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If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job. if you selected 'Employee Referral' please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type N/A if not applicable.
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Please select the option below that reflects your education and experience level.
Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, management information systems, or a closely related field AND at least three (3) years of experience in applications design and development.
Associate's degree in computer science, management information systems, or a closely related field AND at least five (5) years of experience in applications design and development in applications design and development.
HS Diploma or GED AND at least seven (7) years of experience.
None of the above.
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Do you have an Azure 900 Fundamentals Certification? If no, can you obtain the certification in the first three months of employment?
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Please select the areas below with which you have experience (select all that apply).
Azure Platform as a Service (Paas)
Microsoft Visual Studio C# and .Net Core for custom software development and maintenance of existing applications.
SharePoint
Microsoft Power Platform
Relational Databases including Oracle 12c or higher and Microsoft SQL Server Platform as a Service (Paas)
Front End Web Development Technology
Infrastructure as Code
CI/CD pipelines
Source Control (Git)
Experience working and collaborating in a diverse, multi-cultural, and inclusive environment
None of the above
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Please describe your experience working and collaborating in a diverse, multi-cultural, and inclusive environment. If this experience doesn't apply to you, please type N/A.
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This is a hybrid position that requires working at least one day per week in the 390 Robert Street N, St. Paul MN office. Can you meet this requirement?
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