Job Description

Job Title:   Applications Developer

County:   Shawnee

Req. No:   191388

Agency Name:   Dept of Commerce

Posting Type:   External  --> Click here for Definition of Posting Type

Applications accepted through:    MAR 28, 2019

Job Description:

Job Title:  Application Developer (2 positions)  

County:     Shawnee

Req. No:    191388   

Agency Name:  Department of Commerce, America’s Job Link Alliance – Technical Support

Posting Type:  External 

Applications accepted through:  March 28, 2019   

Job Description:
As an Application Developer, you will:

• Work with the design, development, coding, testing and deployment of solutions using Ruby on Rails, PostgreSQL, C# and VB.NET to meet the requirements of new assignments
• Meet with business analysts to discuss how to implement new requirements
• Implement workforce management solutions

The Application Developer positions:

• Are based in Topeka, KS
• Earn up to $72,000 based on education and experience
• Are unclassified, benefits eligible

If you . . .

• like working under general direction and are a self-starter
• work well independently as well as within a team environment
• follow-through on your commitments and work responsibilities with strong attention to detail

. . . then put your skills and abilities to work in a face-paced, dynamic, workforce development environment.

For more details, download the full position description here.

Requirements:

• Three years’ experience as an applications developer
• Experience in creating, maintaining and implementing source code is important
• Experience in developing websites using current standards and best practices to ensure compliance with WCAG and Section 508
• Experience using Web Accessibility Evaluation Tools are also important
• You must submit your complete application and all supporting documents by the closing date of the announcement (See “Join the Team” section)
• Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate REQUIRED (Please see below)

Preferred Requirements:

• Prefer Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field from an accredited institution is preferred

HOW TO APPLY:
The application process has 3 STEPS.

STEP 1:  Register by completing the online Personal Data Form.  (Skip this step if you already have an Applicant ID number.)

STEP 2:  Complete the State of Kansas Application Form and submit to the Kansas Department of Commerce.

STEP 3:  Email these additional required documents to Tammy Schmidt at Commerce.HRSection@ks.gov.  Include the job requisition number and your last name in the subject line. 

Join the Commerce, AJLA-TS team as an Application Developer (Database) by submitting:  (If you fail to submit any of the documents below your application will not be considered)

• A cover letter (please include your applicant or State of Kansas employee identification number)
• Your resume
• A State Application
• Transcripts (if applicable)
• Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate Required (Please see below)

KANSAS TAX CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE REQUIRED: Each applicant applying for a State of Kansas job vacancy must obtain a valid Kansas Certificate of Tax Clearance by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's website at http://www.ksrevenue.org/taxclearance.html  A Tax Clearance is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an individual's account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws. A Tax Clearance expires every 90 days. All applicants, including current state employees, are responsible for submitting a valid certificate with all other application materials to the hiring agency.  This is in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact 785-296-3199.

Recruiter Contact:
Name:  Tammy Schmidt                                Phone:   785-291-3068  
Email:    Commerce.HRSection@ks.gov       Fax:       785-368-6332

How You Will Be Evaluated:
Your application will be considered incomplete and you may be found ineligible if you fail to submit all required documentation.  Your application will be reviewed to ensure you meet the minimum and any necessary special requirements.  Next, your application will be evaluated and rated based on preferred selection criteria and competencies for the position.

What To Expect Next:
After your application is evaluated and ranked, you may be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview.  You will be notified of the outcome after the selection process is complete.  You may call or email the recruiter contact listed to inquire about your application.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact the agency recruiter if reasonable accommodations are needed for any part of the application or hiring process.

The Kansas Department of Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify system.

Find out more about us at our web site

Class/Uncl	Full/Part Time:	Grade:	Hiring Rate:	Pay Frequency:
U	F	001	$0.00	Hourly

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