Job Description

Posting number: 191592

Department: Department of Social Services

Division: Information Systems

Job classification: Application Developer III

Posting type: Open

Categories: Community Services, Health Services, Social Services, Human Services, Community and Social Services

Do you have a passion to provide meaningful work in the community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of children, families, and vulnerable adults? Then the South Carolina Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you.

Job Duties:

• The Application Developer III assists in directing the operation and support of the Child and Adult Protective Services System (CAPSS), related applications, and bi-directional interface projects. Plans, analyzes, develops, programs, tests, implements, maintains, and documents new and existing applications. Works with program staff, end users, management, analysts, and programmers to identify system needs, recommend technical solutions, coordinate workshops, support user acceptance testing, and provide training. Ensures assigned systems and software meet internal standards, state and federal requirements, and agency data and information security requirements.

• Writes and maintains application programs as required. Prepares and maintains documentation for system enhancements, modifications, and other assigned changes. Ensures internal standards and applicable state and federal requirements are met and that software complies with agency data and information security requirements.

• Develops technical requirements and development standards for assigned systems. Assists programming staff with system enhancements and modifications and performs programming, testing, and training as needed. Recommends development of new code or the reuse or enhancement of existing code.

• Evaluates program-area needs and recommends appropriate technical solutions. Participates in workshops and coordinates with end users and management. Directs the work of analysts and programmers in the design and development of technology solutions that support agency short- and long-range goals. Performs related management functions, including business continuity planning, succession planning, budgeting, and vendor management.

• Documents and oversees documentation of the technical aspects of integration solutions and interfaces. Maintains project documentation and ensures records are current, accurate, complete, and prepared in a timely manner.

• Provides positive and appropriate customer service to clients, the public, and coworkers as an integral part of job performance.

• Performs other related duties as required.

Examples of duties

A High School Diploma and four (4) years of computer science or a related area and experience in computer system development and modification.

An Associate Degree and two (2) years in computer science or a related area and experience in computer system development and modification.

A Bachelor's Degree in computer science or a related area and experience in computer system development and modification.

Qualifications

Experience with Microsoft .NET application development. Experience with SQL Server and relational databases. Experience developing enterprise web applications. Experience with system integration and user acceptance testing. Experience leading software development projects. Knowledge of SDLC methodologies. Experience supporting CAPSS or comparable human services applications.

Supplemental information

This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; but shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of this application in part or in whole. "See Resume" is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.

Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle. Individuals must comply with necessary field work assignments.

If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.

The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

DIVISION: Technology Services / Richland County