TDA- IT/FND

Job Description

SOFTWARE DEVELOPER

Salary Information: $7,200.00 - $7,500.00/MO. - B24

State Classification: Programmer III - /0243

FLSA Status: Exempt

Posting Number: 25-58855-1

Location: Austin, TX

Telework Option: TDA does not offer telework and all employees are required to be physically present for work.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online at via CAPPS. Applicants applying in WIT must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit:

WHO ARE WE

The Texas Department of Agriculture's key objectives are to promote production agriculture, consumer protection, economic development, and healthy living.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

This position will perform highly complex computer programming work for the Texas Department of Agriculture's (TDA) Information Technology (IT) division. You will be responsible for planning, scheduling, implementing, and coordinating programming projects; collaborating with staff, analyzing proposed computer applications, providing technical assistance to staff, maintaining websites, developing new website(s), and working with web content managers to keep current information on the existing sites. You will work under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

This position is 100% federally funded and will work solely on Food & Nutrition IT assignments.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Write, test, debug, and document routine to complex programs, including client/server and web-based applications using C (.Net), Blazor, MVC, and/or SQL.

Provide support of applications software through diagnosis of problems and implementation of changes to resolve problems and maintain software at the most current level.

Design, develop and implement specialized programs or routines to supplement and enhance front and back-end web-based applications software using HTML, HTML5, ASP.NET/C , Blazor, and MVC.

Work closely and coordinate with systems analysts, architects, and various business areas to gather/validate requirements, understand technical issues, limitations and model solutions that meet the functional and technical requirements.

Recommend improvements to processes for application development projects, as needed.

Ensure all sites and web applications meet state and federal requirements, including all Department of Information Resources rules and Section 508 web accessibility standards.

Develop and provide web metrics and other statistical reports to requestors. Analyze the reports to help determine improvements in site layout.

Follow all TDA policies and procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION

Bachelor's Degree (one year of work experience related to the essential duties may substitute for one year of college).

Four (4) years of work experience in software development.

Experience working in an Agile Scrum environment.

Experience using SQL and one or more programming languages to include ASP.Net, C , Blazor, and/or MVC.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree with major course work in computer science, information systems, management information systems, business management or related field.

Experience developing front and back-end web applications.

Experience with Microsoft PowerShell, XML/HTML/HTML5.

Work experience with websites, web-based applications, and application development with Microsoft development tools.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of programming and systems analysis; computer operations procedures and systems; and computer programming languages.

Skill in problem solving, in critical thinking, in computer programming, in the use of hardware and software, and in modifying or developing software for applications.

Ability to process information logically; to design programs and systems logic; to prepare program specifications; to code, test, and debug software; to interpret technical information related to programming and other areas of data processing; and to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, exercise sound judgment and discretion, and maintain confidentiality.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping and bending; performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Must be able to work extended periods at a computer and may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed. May involve travel, occasionally overnight (up to 5%).

TELEWORK & WORK HOURS

The agency does not offer telework. TDA employees are required to be physically present for work.

The agency's core business hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. TDA also provides limited customer service between 6:00-8:00 a.m. and 5:00-6:00 p.m.

H-1B Visa Sponsorship

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

BENEFITS

The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Benefits include:

ü Retirement Plan

ü Paid Group Health & Life Insurance for employees

ü Paid Holidays

ü Paid Vacation Leave

ü Paid Sick Leave

ü Longevity Pay

ü Dental

ü Vision

ü Dependent Optional Life Insurance

ü Voluntary AD&D Insurance

ü Dependent Health & Life Insurance

ü Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts

A skills exercise may be conducted for interview purposes. Only candidates selected for a skills exercise/interview will be contacted.

Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center, you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.

A valid government-issued driver's license, which is recognized by the Texas Department of Public Safety and in good standing, and an acceptable driving record are required. TDA will verify this information with the Texas Department of Public Safety. Applicants with a driver's license not issued by the State of Texas should obtain and be prepared to provide a copy of their current driving record on or before their first day.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):TDA is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, military status, or protected activity. TDA provides accommodations for persons with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act. If you need help with the employment process or require other accommodations, please contact the Human Resources office for assistance at .

TDA participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Military and Former Foster Child Employment Preference: TDA complies with the provisions of the military and former foster child employment preference acts. Please contact our Human Resources-Veterans Liaison at for assistance.

Go to or for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.

Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor's Office at Information Technology MOS Codes.