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SOFTWARE DEVELOPER FOOD NUTRITION Salary Information: $5,500.00 - $7,000.00/MO. B22/B24 State Classification: Programmer II/III 0242/0243 FLSA Status: Exempt Posting Number: 24-57991-1 Location: Austin, TX 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: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en. WHO ARE WE The Texas Department of Agricultures keyobjectives are to promote production agriculture, consumer protection, economic development and healthy living. WHAT YOULL DO The Software Developer will perform complex/highly complex application and website design and computer programming work for the Texas Department of Agricultures (TDA) Information Technology (IT) division. Your work involves planning, scheduling and implementing programming projects, coordinating programming projects with the work of other staff, analyzing proposed computer applications, providing technical assistance to staff, maintaining web sites, developing new website(s) and working with web content managers to keep current information on the existing sites. You will work under general/limited supervision with moderate/considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. This position works solely for the Food Nutrition (FN) division. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Write, test, debug, and document routine to complex programs, including client/server and web-based applications using C# (.Net) and/or SQL. Provide support of FN applications software through diagnosis of problems and implementation of changes to resolve problems and maintain software at the most current level. Perform research and analysis required specialized programs or routines to supplement and enhance front and back-end web-based applications software using HTML, HTML5, ASP.NET/C#. Create new websites and web taxonomies using look and feel provided by graphics designer, HTML, and Drupal. Prepare detailed analyses, plans, diagrams and provide web metrics and other statistical reports to requestors. 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/federal requirements including all Department of Information Resources rules and Section 508 web accessibility standards. Follow all TDA policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned. In addition to the Primary Responsibilities listed above, the following apply to the Programmer III position: Write, test, debug, and document complex programs, including client/server and web-based applications using C# (.Net) and/or SQL. 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#. Develop and provide web metrics and other statistical reports to requestors. Analyze the reports to help determine improvements in site layout. Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR A PROGRAMMER II B22 ($5,500 - $6,500.00/MO.): Bachelors Degree (One year of work experience related to the essential duties may substitute for one year of college). Two (2) years work experience in software development. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR A PROGRAMMER III B24 ($6,500 - $7,000.00/MO.): Bachelors De ree One year of work experience related to the essential duties may substitute for one year of college. Four (4) years 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#, PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Major course work in computer science, information systems, management information systems, business management or related field. Experience using ASP.NET/C#, MVC, Azure DevOps, Drupal, and/or similar web server. Experience developing front and back-end web applications. Experience with Microsoft PowerShell, XML/HTML/HTML5. Work experience with web sites, web-based applications, and in 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. May require working extended hours, some evenings, and weekends, as needed. May involve travel (up to 5% of the work period), occasionally overnight. 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: Retirement Plan Paid Group Health Life Insurance for employees Paid Holidays Paid Vacation Leave Paid Sick Leave Longevity Pay Dental Vision Dependent Optional Life Insurance Voluntary ADD Insurance Dependent Health Life Insurance 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 theCAPPS Career Center, you may also check the status of yo