Job Description:

Legislative Administration’s Information Services department is recruiting for an experienced Applications Developer 3 to round out their talented team. Information Services delivers innovative technology solutions and services to support the legislative process. 

Information Services Staff, including Applications Developers, work collaboratively to provide quality services and support to the entire Legislative Branch, must be able to work independently to timely and thoroughly support their complex work assignments. 

This position requires an individual that is experienced with building, designing, and developing complex, integrated enterprise systems including cross functionality between multiple systems and will be prepared to lead the planning and development of projects across the enterprise.

The work of an Applications Developer 2 or 3 allows for some flexibility to work remotely dependent on time of year and business needs. However, applicants should be aware that the majority of work will be conducted in person at the Oregon State Capitol or other onsite legislative offices.

The Applications Developer 3 will be well versed in the full spectrum of Legislative systems and business processes.

Underfill Opportunity:

The goal of this recruitment is to fill this position at an Applications Developer 3 level.  However, we encourage candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for an Applications Developer 2 ($6,858 - $10,285) to apply, as we may consider underfilling the position until the selected candidate meets the minimum qualifications for an Applications Developer 3.  Underfill training will not exceed 24 months.

We encourage you to explore the position descriptions provided to determine if your education and work history are comparable to those listed and welcome you to apply.

Additional work history and experience of the successful candidate will include:

Skill in:

• Software debugging using WCF Test Client, remote debugging, and browser-based developer tools
• Third-party application components
• Azure DevOps source control/branch management
• Relational Database design
• Customer service and working effectively with business units
• Technical writing and creation of documentation
• Written and verbal communication, including explanation technical information to those without a technical background.

Knowledge of:

• Object-oriented development techniques
• Windows Server 2008 R2+
• System logging techniques
• Development process concepts, such as branching strategies, software deployment, SCRUM, work items, features, defects, release tasks, build tasks, operating systems, and networking
• How web applications execute and interact with each other
• Software testing techniques, and testing tools
• Business process knowledge of most agencies within the Legislative Branch and how those processes interact.

Ability to: 

• Translate business requirements into technical specifications, software architecture and design
• Diagnose user problems and requests
• Ability to create n-tier (UI, Business logic layer, Data access layer) service-oriented architectures (SOA)
• Manage and configure IIS and IIS applications
• Ability to use MSBuild to specify specific build outputs
• Ability to use MSDeploy to manage IIS during automated deployments

HOW TO QUALIFY:

Your application must demonstrate:

Applications Developer 3:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field and seven (7) to nine (9) years of experience.

Applications Developer 2 (underfill):

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field and five (5) to seven (7) years of experience.

*An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of either position may be considered.

Please attach a resume and cover letter that clearly states your experience and how it is applicable to this position. Applications received without both documents may not be reviewed.

WHY THE OREGON STATE LEGISLATURE?

• Work/life balance - paid leave and a .
• We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year.
• Collaborative work environment with a team of bright, hardworking, and fun individuals.
• Opportunities for professional development to expand your breadth and depth of knowledge.
• Support the creation of public policy and watch as history unfolds for the State of Oregon as ideas become crafted into policies and laws.
• The Legislative Branch is made up of 7 small-medium state agencies where you can really get to know your co-workers.
• Considering a move to Oregon? .

TO APPLY:

• IF YOU ARE NOT A STATE EMPLOYEE: To apply for this position, follow the Apply link and complete the application & questions online. If this is your first time applying in our new system Workday, you will need to create a new user profile. You can even drag and drop your resume into Workday and it will read and generate your Work History! Be sure to attach a cover letter and resume.

• CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES: Login to Workday using the Career app on your Home Page. Prior to clicking Apply, update your employee profile to reflect your Education, Skills, and Job History (including your current job).

• Attach your current cover letter and resume. Applications submitted without both documents may not be reviewed.

• This announcement closes at 11:59 PM on the close date listed.

SPECIAL INFORMATION:

• Over the next two years, the Capitol Building will be undergoing extensive renovation and construction projects which may limit accessibility to employees. This will require Legislative employees to work both from home and within the building as the construction project dictates. While working from home, personal, stable, and high-speed internet access will be required to perform the functions of this position. There may be occasions that require employees scheduled to be working from home to report to the Capitol building. Every effort will be made to provide reasonable notice. However, employees may be required to report to the building on short notice. The Capitol building is located at 900 Court Street NE, Salem, OR 97301.
• Oregon state government provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235. If you are requesting veterans' preference, you may receive an additional questionnaire in your Workday account. In order to ensure your privacy, we are asking that you complete the Veterans’ Questionnaire and attach your qualifying military documents at that time. This questionnaire will be sent to your Workday account after you submit your application. We ask that you complete the questionnaire before the application deadline; extensions may be granted if necessary and reasonable. For questions about documentation, please visit: . Or call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at: 1-800-692-9666.
• The salary in this job posting reflects the base salary without contributions to the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). Employees eligible for PERS will have their salary increased by 6.95% and 6% will be automatically be subject to a mandatory employee contribution to PERS.
• The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the minimum and desired skills listed above.
• An offer including salary will not be extended until an equal pay analysis is completed pursuant to ORS 652.220 and 659A.357.  An equal pay analysis will be conducted utilizing the education and work experience section of the legislative application.
• Work Authorization:  The Oregon State Legislature does not offer visa sponsorships. On the first day of employment, all hires will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. In addition, hires will have three business days from their first day of employment to present documents that establish employment authorization and identity. The Oregon State Legislature is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.
• If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or need assistance to participate in the application process, please contact Aimee Steketee, Human Resource Analyst, at  or (503) 986-1373.
• The Oregon State Legislature is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to Workforce Diversity.