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Position Summary

Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This is an exciting full-stack developer (IT Software Engineer 1) opportunity that contributes to the development of custom software systems and solving business problems for County departments and agencies. As a member of this well experienced software team, you will use agile software development methodologies and tools to streamline procedures and continuously improve customer service.

You will also have the opportunity to work with a variety of frameworks, tools, and languages, such as Angular, Grails, Groovy, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, MySQL, SAP ASE, Docker, AWS/Cloud, Jenkins, Karma, Protractor, Spock, Cypress and Jasmine. You will gain new experience learning the County’s software architecture and shared programming library. Managing your work to the best outcome will come from utilizing Atlassian Jira, Bitbucket, IntelliJ, Tempo and Confluence to help manage your work. You will independently produce high-quality code, and work collaboratively with other Software Engineers and Business Analysts to provide important information to the people of Pierce County..

Possible projects include: PALS, Assessor-Treasurer Information Portal, Legal Information Network Exchange, Medicolegal Death Investigation System (MEDIS), and Workday integrations

Why It's a Great Department:
The IT Division has an excellent reputation for being an employer that is committed to providing top-notch service to its customers. We are a national leader in delivering public services through innovation. Our diverse technology solutions are all supported by a robust hybrid infrastructure of on-premises and cloud-based solutions and a secure network. We are a team that prominently endorses a positive and collaborative approach where we support one another and the work each one of us provides. The work you do in this Division matters because many Pierce County public services are provided through and supported by the technologies built, operated, and maintained by the IT team. IT and this unit exemplify a positive teamwork-based approach and support one another and the work each staff member provides. We focus on a continuous learning mindset for employee development and are excited for you to join our team!

How to be Successful in the Role:
With the ever-changing landscape of technology, your success will come from being an adaptable and technically proficient problem solver who works well as a member of the team.

Your Future in this Role:
The IT Division has access to numerous training opportunities, which include peer, industry, vendor, and official Pierce County training as well as access to established procedures, standards, practices, and system documentation. Our training program is designed to help you develop as both a professional in your role as an IT Software Engineer and as a Pierce County employee. Your work will directly impact your community, and it offers a great foundation for future positions within the IT Division and Pierce County.

Core Daily Responsibilities:

Assist to design, code, test, deploy, maintain, enhance, and support County software systems.
Work with business customers in translating requirements into plans and specifications.
Assist to develop new software and customize, develop interfaces to, or integrate with third-party business systems.
Work in a team-based environment, communicating effectively with all levels of staff and management.
Address customer’s information needs by developing technology solutions and supporting information and technology systems on multiple computing platforms.

A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions and knowledge, skills, and abilities can be found here.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

An Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree in computer science or related field AND,
Two or more years of information technology experience required.
Additional education or experience which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of this position may substitute on a year for year basis.
Special Note: Prior to receiving a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field of study, students in their last term of education may be considered. The recruiting requirements of the position would have to be met prior to employment beginning.
A valid Washington State Driver's License may be required when travel is required of the position.
A resume and cover letter are required for consideration.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in writing software code for web browsers, application servers, and database servers using current programming languages and frameworks.

As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.

Supplemental Information

To be considered for this opportunity please:

Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to: www.piercecountywa.org/jobs.
If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruit@piercecountywa.gov and specify the Job Number and Title.
If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.

This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments, phone screen, and interviews.

At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a great place people are proud to call home?

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