Information Services III

Application Developer

Requisition No: 3019316

Location: Telework

Salary Range: $3,863 - $6,953 per month

Closing Date: August 9, 2021

Status: Regular, Full-time

Are you passionate about application development? Do you believe that you can make the lives of people better with technology? If so, this may be your opportunity. The State of North Dakota is looking for an Application Developer to join our Data Division to support the creation and development of applications with both custom and standard connections within the cloud environment. The desired candidate will be a leader who enjoys working with people in a collaborative environment, who can learn quickly in a rapidly changing technology landscape, and who embodies the core values that we follow as public servants for the State of North Dakota: Gratitude, Humility, Curiosity, and Courage. This individual will help fulfill State of the North Dakota’s mission of empowering people, improving lives, and inspiring success! 

Summary of Work 

The Application Developer will be responsible for developing and maintaining applications to facilitate and empower collaborative environments across the State of North Dakota. This includes having knowledge of all Microsoft Power Platform technologies including PowerApps, PowerApps Portals, Power BI, CDS/Dataverse, and Power Automate. The successful candidate will support the planning and development of these applications, as well as troubleshooting issues for end-users. The Application Developer will apply development best practices and design principles to create easy-to-use and maintainable applications. The individuals must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to perform in a fast-paced, progressive and challenging environment. The Application Developer will work in a team environment and all team members are responsible for project success. 

 Duties and Tasks   

• Develop, test, modify, implement, and maintain or enhance Office 365 applications (Power Automate (Flow), Power Apps, Power BI, Dynamics 365). 
• Translate abstract business requirements into actionable technical requirements utilizing best practices within the Power Platform. 
• Assist in communicating new features released to users. 
• Update custom legacy applications to PowerApps solutions.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and other system support sources to ensure compatibility and integrity of programs. 
• Make recommendations for the development of effective software application solutions.
• Manage continuous improvement that exceeds customer expectations while assisting the agency in reaching World Class IT service delivery.
• Drive innovation thru monitoring and evaluating emerging technologies to determine the impact on services and feasibility of implementation; ensure a high level of technology solutions to best serve customers’ needs. 

 Minimum Qualifications

Requires one of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems or related field.
• Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems or related field, and two years of progressive experience involving moderately difficult programming and system analysis work.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to individuals with experience and knowledge in Microsoft Power Platform technologies.

Application Procedures

Please make sure that your resume includes information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. Your work history will not be given credit if North Dakota Information Technology cannot determine that you meet the minimum qualifications.

All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 pm and must include the following documents:

• Resume

North Dakota Information Technology does not offer or provide sponsorships. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

For more information or if you need an accommodation, please contact: Kari Sauer, North Dakota Information Technology: Email:itdjobs@nd.govphone: (701) 890-5000, fax: (701) 328-3000 or TTY: 1-800-366-6888 or local at (701) 328-3190.

Job Announcement Status can be viewed at: http://www.nd.gov/itd/working-itd 

• Learn more about NDIT at: http://www.nd.gov/itd
• Learn more about Employment Benefits at: https://www.nd.gov/omb/state-employee/employment-and-compensation/benefits
• Visit North Dakota State government: http://www.nd.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, genetics, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.