IT Application Development - Entry

We are dedicated to growing a culture of belonging through our values:
Respect | Trust | Diversity | Inclusion | Equity.

At the Department of Licensing (DOL), we recognize the importance of work life harmony and strive to create a culture where employees feel valued and respected. Our employees are trusted and encouraged to be a part of process improvements that impact their work, create value for our customers and help build trust in our government.

We are one of the most public‑facing state agencies and the second largest revenue‑generating agency in Washington State. We regularly interact with over 6 million Washington residents and collect nearly 3 billion dollars in taxes and fees annually. We know our services are essential to our customers' ability to live, work, drive, and thrive and we are committed to ensuring every resident has equitable and meaningful access to our services.

Our Information Services Division (ISD) is recruiting for a project-driven entry level IT Application Developer!

Are you enthusiastic about Application Development and passionate for team collaboration? If so, read on!

As our Application Developer, you will use your expertise in software systems, web services, data interfaces, databases, and advanced development techniques to support this team's projects. Working with other developers, you will write code and ensure applications function properly. You will troubleshoot issues and provide solutions. With strong communication skills and systems knowledge, you will convey timelines and changes to management and users.

In an entry-level role, you will consult on and support application development across divisions. Finding your own motivations while working independently and facilitating the solutions that drive our work is critical. Overall, you will provide technical support and development for the department's application environment.

• Perform complex assignments on projects using appropriate tools and technologies.
• Contribute to the implementation of complex development efforts.
• Research and recommend appropriate technology and tools to accomplish the development efforts.
• Collaborate with information services units to determine the overall design, structure, interface, and performance of solutions.
• Ensure development standards are followed.
• Lead development work efforts for implementation of small projects.

• Four (4) years of combined relevant education and experience analyzing, designing, or developing computer systems applications or databases.
• The ability to:
  • Understand and follow agency values of respect, trust, diversity, equity, and inclusion through behaviors, and decisions.
  • Promote and support a respectful, equitable, and inclusive workplace for all employees.
  • Promote and support respectful, equitable, and inclusive delivery of services to customers.
  • Take action to learn and grow.
  • Take action to meet the needs of others.

Education to experience equivalency (must include 9 semester or 15 quarter hours of computer science courses)

Associate's degree = 2 years | Bachelor’s degree = 4 years | Master's degree = 5 years

• Five (5) years of experience as a Software Developer.
• Development experience with the following tools and/or technologies:
  • XML
  • Java Script
  • C#
  • SQL Reporting Services, Microsoft Team Foundation Server (TFS), Web Services, SQL, Visual Studio (VS)

• This position will operate onsite at our Olympia, WA office location multiple times a month.
• Prior to a new hire, a pre‑employment screening, including criminal record history, will be conducted. Information from the pre‑employment check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.

DOL is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take steps to ensure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation.

For information about available accommodations, the interview process, or the position contact Kyle Odell

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