Programmer III - Java - Information Technology Division - Austin (020587)
Texas Department of Criminal JusticeIII. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education, Experience, and Training
1. Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED and three years full time, wage-earning web application programming experience
or
graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED and two years and six months full-time, wage-earning web application programming experience and six months full-time, wage-earning Criminal Justice or governmental web application programming experience
or
thirty semester hours from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE) with twelve semester hours in a Computer Science- or Information Technology-related field and two years full-time, wage-earning web application programming experience
or
thirty semester hours from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE) with twelve semester hours in a Computer Science- or Information Technology-related field and one year and six months full-time, wage-earning Criminal Justice or governmental web application programming experience.
2. One year full-time, wage-earning Java Server Page (JSP) and HyperText Markup Language (HTML) experience.
3. One year full-time, wage-earning relational database experience.
4. Criminal justice experience preferred.
* Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure as it is defined by state law.
B. Knowledge and Skills
1. Knowledge of practices, principles, and techniques of programming in a client-server environment.
2. Knowledge of Java programming language preferred.
3. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred.
4. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
5. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public.
6. Skill in problem-solving techniques.
7. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a local area network (LAN).
8. Skill to develop, test, debug, and maintain computer programs.
9. Skill in determining software problems from researching a system or utilizing debugging tools.
10. Skill to use and modify Java applications utilizing Java server pages (JSP).
11. Skill to perform detail work accurately.
12. Skill in technical writing and preparing technical reports and documentation.
13. Skill to plan work to meet established timelines.
IV. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry 15-44 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment.
B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.
C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile.
Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted. Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment, supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete
If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who contacts you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
*Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.*
Questions regarding this posting may be directed to\:
Shelbie Morrow
Human Resources Headquarters
2 Financial Plaza, STE 600
Huntsville, TX 77340
PH (936) 437-4106
EMAIL hr.selectionsteam3@tdcj.texas.gov
The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.
I. JOB SUMMARY
Performs highly complex computer programming work. Work involves coordinating programming projects; analyzing proposed computer applications; and providing technical programming assistance. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
A. Develops, tests, debugs, and maintains highly complex Java web applications.
B. Analyzes functional requirements and capabilities for proposed computer applications; performs analysis and develops work-flow diagrams and processes to represent business processes; and reviews and revises applications to increase operating efficiency and to adapt to new procedures.
C. Provides technical advice, assistance, and training to management and technical staff in matters relating to programming activities.
D. Provides documentation related to data maintenance procedures, user interfaces, and statistical reporting; and coordinates with agency end-users to develop system requirements and project documentation.
E. Provides technical assistance involving the implementation and utilization of software and custom-built web applications; and assists end-users with troubleshooting software and hardware configurations.
* Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.
Military Crosswalk Guide - Prepared by the State Auditor's Office