Initial Posting Date:

09/12/2024

Application Deadline:

09/26/2024

Agency:

Secretary of State

Salary Range:

$7,013 - $10,602

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Application Developer (Information Systems Specialist 7)

Job Description:

**LOCATION: Salem, OR

**In-state remote work is available for this position with supervisor approval.

**See definition and requirements of remote work for the Oregon Secretary of State’s Office: Remote work with the Secretary of State’s Office

**SALARY:

$7,013 - $10,602**/per month Non-PERS Rate**

$7,435 - $11,239**/per month PERS Rate**

The Application Developer role is essential to the custom applications and solutions services we provide to the agency. We are hiring three developer positions focused on moving our digital products from legacy to modern technologies. Two of these positions will be critical for modernizing our current Elections solutions, the other will focus on modernizing Archives and Audits solutions with a focus on the Power Platform. All three of these positions are crucial for delivering timely, secure, modern, cross-platform, accessible, and performant solutions.

**WHAT YOU WILL DO:

You will be working with an Information Systems Division team comprised of talented, hardworking, and driven IT professionals including architects, engineers, and developers that are tasked to deliver and maintain custom applications, products, and solutions for the agency.

In this role as an Application Developer, you will be part of the Application Development team and will function as the expert for your assigned solutions and services. These positions are considered full-stack which includes translating the application architecture, planning, and design into functional and maintainable solutions.

As we are modernizing our applications and solutions, with the assistance of our Front-end and UI/UX Engineers, you will also be responsible for constructing and maintaining the presentation layer of future applications as well as assisting the Application Development team maintain and enhance any previously constructed solutions.

This is accomplished in part by, but not limited to:

• Collaborating with Application Development architects, engineers, and developers to build and maintain custom applications and solutions.
• Collaborating with Application Development architects and engineers to incorporate selected JavaScript frameworks and client-side, server-side, modules, or related technologies for building the UI presentation layers of solutions.
• Developing, enhancing, maintaining, and documenting custom solution related work using agency development tools and technologies. Utilizing specialized software tools to translate requirements into applications.
• Working with UX designers and architects to plan, design, and implement the end-user experience into the UI for individual agency solutions. Participating with solution architects, engineers, and developers in the code review process and maintain version control of solutions assigned.
• Identifying software testing coverage gaps and recommending and assisting the QA testing team in the development of adequate and effective code coverage test automation creation. Performance tuning various system components and resolving general application and system problems.

For explicit duties, please request a copy of the position description from HR.SOS@SOS.oregon.gov.**

This recruitment may be used to fill one or more vacancies.

**TO QUALIFY:

**Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our desired qualifications listed.

Your application must demonstrate education and/or experience in the following:

(a) Six (6) years of information systems experience in application or software development/engineering. Experience must include responsibilities for planning, designing, developing, and maintaining software.

OR

(b) An Associate's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field;
AND
four (4) years of information systems experience in application or software development/engineering. Experience must include responsibilities for planning, designing, developing, and maintaining software.

OR

(c) A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
AND
two (2) years of information systems experience in application or software development/engineering. Experience must include responsibilities for planning, designing, developing, and maintaining software.

OR

(d) Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
AND
one (1) year of information systems experience in application or software development/engineering. Experience must include responsibilities for planning, designing, developing, and maintaining software.

*All applicants using their education to meet the position requirements must submit a copy of all transcripts no later than interview to receive credit for college degrees or coursework. Credits must be from an accredited college or university. Transcripts must include name, coursework and indicate that a degree was obtained. On-line transcripts are acceptable for application. A copy of official transcripts will be required at time of hire.

As the most competitive candidate, your application will demonstrate the following requested skills and experience:

• Demonstrated skills in communication, verbal and written, with the ability to create presentations of technical subject matter, for both technical and non-technical audiences, that translates critical information effectively.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and conflict management skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, peers, business partners, and other agencies including the public.
• Planning skills with demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple operational and project tasks at once, including responsibilities under conflicting and time-sensitive deadlines.
• Ability to explain complex software development concepts to general IT team members and complex technical issues to non-technical business partners.
• A clear understanding of the relationship between the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), front-end and back-end application layers, user interface and user experience, and application programming interfaces.
• Knowledge of software security best practices and experience implementing security measures into software maintained.
• General knowledge of front-end frameworks including experience maintaining the presentation layer of software.

Preference may be awarded for professional experience with JavaScript front-end frameworks and/or Microsoft technologies (C#, .NET).

**If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.

**HOW TO APPLY:

• Click apply
• Upload your **resume
• Complete****job history** and **education sections to clearly demonstrate how you meet minimum qualifications for the position
• Complete **application questionnaire
• Submit your finalized application
• Complete additional inbox questionnaires on confidentiality and veteran status
• Check back periodically for additional actions

**Please note: you must attach your resume to your application and complete the job history and education sections of the application. Failure to submit the required materials will remove your application from consideration.

**ABOUT THE AGENCY:

The Oregon Secretary of State is one of three constitutional offices created at statehood. As an independent constitutional officer, the Secretary of State answers directly and solely to the people of Oregon.

The Secretary of State employs approximately 245 full-time, part-time, and temporary employees. The Secretary oversees the functions of seven program divisions: Archives, Audits, Corporation, Elections, Business Services, Information Systems, and Human Resources.

**OUR MISSION:

Build trust between the people of Oregon and our state government so that public services can make a positive impact in peoples’ lives.

**OUR VISION:

We envision an Oregon without barriers, where we lead with our values and believe every voice should be heard. We do so by:

• Building equitable access to our democracy.
• Making tools easily available to achieve economic success.
• Ensuring state resources are used sustainably, efficiently and accountable to the public.
• Honestly acknowledging Oregon’s history.

**OUR VALUES:

**Access for all

We elevate equity through identifying and actively eliminating barriers.

**Authenticity

We have integrity and are honest and true to ourselves and others.

**Clarity

We share stories, using plain language to increase understanding and impact.

**Respect

We are committed to serving the people of Oregon and strive to understand all viewpoints.

**Service

We are responsive and prioritize the needs of current and future Oregonians we serve.

For more information about the Oregon Office of Secretary of State, please visit: State of Oregon: Oregon Secretary of State - Home

**WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

• **Family Friendly Work Life Balance (paid time off, 12 holidays, 3 personal days, short and long term disability benefits)
• **Take Care of Yourself and Your Family (comprehensive employee benefits, choice of medical plans, vision plan, life insurance, child care flexible spending account, employee assistance program)
• **Celebrate Uniqueness: Diversity and inclusion are cornerstones of our values. We recognize that diversity and inclusion are critical to developing a talented, high-performing workforce and are committed to providing a supportive work environment in which all of our employees can thrive and reach their full potential. We strive to maintain a culture that attracts, develops and retains a diverse workforce that closely mirrors the residents of our community. We learn from and respect the cultures in which we operate and value the uniqueness of individual talents, experiences and ideas.
• **Invest in Your Future: (Pension plan, deferred comp, short and long term disability plan, flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care)
• **Be Appreciated (employee recognition events, agency unique employee recognition program allowing for additional leave options such as vacation buy-out and sick leave roll-over, dynamic employees doing impactful work)
• **ADA: At the Secretary of State, we value community and foster a sense of belonging for our employees

See our current job listings and internship opportunities, compensation, and benefits here: Careers with the Secretary of State.

**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Additional applicant screening will depend on the number of qualified applications received. Screening may include skills testing, the results which may be used as part of the applicant evaluation process.
• Candidates whose background most closely matches the qualifications and required/requested skills of this position will be invited to an interview.
• Successful candidates must pass a criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veteran Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.
• The Secretary of State does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6%.

**QUESTIONS?

For additional information you may contact us at HR.SOS@SOS.oregon.gov.

The Oregon Secretary of State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workplace.