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Metropolitan Council .NET Developer (Applications Developer 2 or 3) in 390 Robert St. N St. Paul, Minnesota
.NET Developer (Applications Developer 2 or 3)
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.NET Developer (Applications Developer 2 or 3)
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Location
390 Robert St. N St. Paul, MN
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2024-00177
Division
Regional Administration
Department
IS-Admin
Opening Date
07/02/2024
Closing Date
7/16/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
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WHO WE ARE
This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. Candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.
Information Services is filling two (2) Applications Developer 2/3 vacancies.
We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website. (https://metrocouncil.org/About-Us/The-Council-Who-We-Are.aspx)
We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Information Services is the central IT department supporting all divisions of the Metropolitan Council. Our 140 team members provide technology, practices, and innovative solutions that enable the core services of the Council.
How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region :
This position will serve the Twin Cities region by modernizing and expanding payment systems for Metro Transit and Metro Mobility riders.
The Applications Developer 2 or 3 positions support the organization by refining user stories, estimating effort to delivery on User Stories, separating features and user stories into smaller tasks, writing tests, developing technical solutions and reviewing code from other developers. The incumbents of these roles will be involved in building software solutions to help the region implement essential services for the seven-county Twin Cities metro area. The primary development toolkits for the positions include . NET , Azure, Azure DevOps, Visual Studio, C#.
Applications Developer 2:
Full Salary Range: $34.70 - $52.36 hourly/$72,176 - $108,909 annually
Applications Developer 3:
Full Salary Range: $37.50 - $56.60 hourly/$78,000 - $117,728 annually
What you would do in this job
Write code that fulfills User Story Acceptance Criteria and passes tests.
Design, develop, and maintain applications using .NET frameworks such as .NET Core, .NET 6+, ASP .NET, and C#.
Implement front-end interfaces using technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern JavaScript frameworks/libraries.
Write automated unit and integration tests.
Create and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
Collaborate with customers and business analysts to translate needs into potential software solutions.
Develop and refine systems requirements, evaluate business process/technology alternatives; stay abreast of developments in customer areas to anticipate emerging information management needs.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve all technical issues involving data, integration and connectivity across system components, operating software and hardware and business rules.
Mentor other applications development staff.
Compile and write (or ensure completion of) system and programming documentation for other programmers/analysts.
Stay abreast of industry trends and changes in information technology to keep knowledge and skills current.
Other duties as assigned.
What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)
Applications Developer 2:
Any of the following combinations of education (in computer science, management information systems, or related field) and professional experience in applications design and development:
Bachelor's degree and three years of experience.
Associate's degree and five years of experience.
High school diploma/GED and seven years of experience.
Applications Developer 3:
Any of the following combinations of education (in computer science, management information systems, or related field) and professional experience in applications design and development:
Bachelor's degree and four years of experience.
Associate's degree and six years of experience.
High school diploma/GED and eight years of experience.
What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):
Experience using Azure DevOps service (boards, repos, pipelines, testing plans, artifacts).
Experience developing and maintaining Web Services.
Experience working on agile development teams.
Experience reading user stories and translating them into software solutions.
Experience with Domain Driven Development.
Experience writing automated unit and integration tests.
Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
What knowledge, skills, and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:
Knowledge of principles and methods of systems analysis; systems development life cycle; systems design principles and applications development methodologies and tools, including web technologies and web-enabled applications design.
Knowledge of applicable programming languages, software development and maintenance tools and utilities.
Knowledge of functions, capabilities, characteristics and limitations of computer platforms and devices; network architecture and design concepts, including topologies, protocols, configuration, and connectivity testing and troubleshooting issues as they affect applications design.
Knowledge of database management systems and software as they affect applications design.
Ability to program in various languages.
Ability to perform detailed analyses of work processes and business rules and reach sound, logical conclusions regarding customer needs and business requirements.
Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve complex systems problems.
Ability to balance responsibilities for multiple projects, set priorities and organize work to complete responsibilities efficiently and effectively, troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve system problems in areas of responsibility.
Ability to evaluate alternatives and make sound independent decisions within established guidelines.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to diverse audiences of technical and non-technical personnel orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective customer focused working relationships with managers, customers, vendors, consultants, employees and others encountered in the course of work.
Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate documentation, reports of work performed and other written materials.
Ability to keep technical skills current.
Ability to read, interpret, explain, and apply technical information on business process, software, and hardware for technical and non-technical customers.
What you can expect from us:
We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.
More about why you should join us! (http://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Making-A-Difference.aspx)
Additional information
Applications Developer 2:
Union: AFSCME Grade G
FLSA:Exempt
Safety Sensitive: No
Applications Developer 3:
Union: AFSCME Grade H
FLSA: Exempt
Safety Sensitive: No
What your work environment would be:
You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites.
What steps the recruitment process involves:
We review your minimum qualifications.
We rate your education and experience.
We conduct a structured panel interview.
We conduct a selection interview.
Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:
If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.
IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.
If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us .
We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:
Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund
Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan
Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%
Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance
The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:
Well@Work clinic
bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year
parking at many job locations
fitness centers at many job locations
Employee Assistance Program
extensive health and wellness programs and resources
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Applicant Instructions: It is important thatyour application shows all relevant education and experienceyou possess. The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely, and please do not type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application and supplemental questions.
Yes
No
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How did youfirsthear about this job opening?
CareerForce Center
Community Event/Organization
Employee Referral
Facebook
Glassdoor
Indeed
Job Fair
LinkedIn
Metro Transit Bus Advertisement
Twitter
Website: governmentjobs.com
Website: metrocouncil.org
Website: metrotransit.org
Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com
Other
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If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job. if you selected 'Employee Referral' please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type N/A if not applicable.
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Please select the option that reflects your level of education.
Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, management information systems, or a closely related field
Associate's degree in computer science, management information systems, or a closely related field
Associate or bachelor's degree in a field unrelated to Information Services
High school diploma or GED
None of the above
05
Please select the option that best reflects your level of professional experience in applications design and development.
8 years or more
More than 7 years but less than 8 years
More than 6 years but less than 7 years
More than 5 years but less than 6 years
More than 4 years but less than 5 years
More than 3 years but less than 4 years
Less than 3 years of experience
06
Please select the areas below with which you have experience (select all that apply).
SQL Server
.NET
C#
JavaScript
Code reviews
Package and data upgrades and migrations
Relational databases
Web development tools
None of the above
07
Please select the areas below with which you have experience (select all that apply).
SQL queries
Application Programming Interface (API)
Extract, Transfer, Load (ETL)
Azure DevOps service
Azure monitoring for applications
Azure DevOps git style repository management
CI/CD Pipelines
Automated unit/integration tests
Basic understanding of infrastructure and operations
Agile methodology
Basic application security topics
None of the above
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This is a hybrid position that requires working at least one day per week in the office at 390 Robert St. in St. Paul. Can you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
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Please describe your experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
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Agency
Metropolitan Council
Address
390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101
Website
https://metrocouncil.org
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