THE POSITION
Are you an experienced applications developer eager to elevate your career? We are on the lookout for a Senior Applications Developer to take on a leadership position in the EBR IT Delivery Center Solutions Management Division for Revenue. In this role, you will design, configure, test, implement, and maintain key business functions within the PATH system, including taxpayer management, returns, myPath, payments, and mail processing. Additionally, you will provide essential operational support for daily processing tasks, such as batch monitoring and logging interventions. Seize this opportunity to advance your career and make a meaningful contribution in a dynamic environment, apply today and join our forward-thinking team.
We are looking for skilled professionals to help us reach our objectives, specifically those with experience in the COTS integrated tax processing software, GenTax. Ideal candidates will have a background as a development team lead and expertise in designing and supporting various tax system components, including registration, returns processing, taxpayer accounting, and collections. Additionally, proficiency in gathering requirements, conducting system analysis, and overseeing design, documentation, development, and testing is essential. Strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment are crucial. Candidates should also excel in teamwork and possess effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to engage with all levels of the organization and external partners.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a member of the Delivery Center, you will engage in the development and maintenance of the Pennsylvania Tax Hub (PATH) system. Your responsibilities will encompass the planning, management, direction, and execution of development projects, offering guidance to project personnel throughout the systems development life cycle. Additionally, you will ensure the efficient use of hardware, software, staff, and other resources to achieve designated objectives. The projects will involve the application of a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) integrated tax processing software solution.
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 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time, with a minimum of 1 day a month in the office. 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.
- 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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: - One year as an Applications Developer 2 or Computer Programmer 4 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) ; or
- Three years of information technology experience in applications development or applications maintenance, and an associate's degree in any information technology field; or
- Five years of information technology experience that includes three years of experience in applications development or applications maintenance; or
- One year 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: - This particular position also requires at least two years of full-time experience with Fast Enterprises GenTax and Microsoft VB.NET
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply: - Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- 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.
Veterans: - Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): - 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION 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.