WEB APPLICATION DEVELOPER
Job Title | Web Application Developer |
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Worksite City | Sacramento, California |
Advertised Salary Range | $5,407 - $8,111 |
Temporary | No |
Length of Appointment | n/a |
Hours per week | Regular (full-time) Employee – 40 hours per week (Benefited) |
FLSA | Exempt |
Broad Scope and Function |
This job is open until filled. This position develops software for the Office of Water Programs. The position manages the full life-cycle of the web application development process. This includes, but is not limited to designing and developing new applications, maintaining existing applications, responding to reported software defects, and providing support to fellow IT staff in implementing large and complex projects. |
Reporting Relationship |
The position reports to and receives general direction from the Assistant Director. |
Conditions of Employment |
This is a full-time, exempt from overtime, benefited position, covered under the California Public Employees’ Retirement System. Continued employment in this position is dependent upon the mutual consent of University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) and the employee, and either University Enterprises or the employee can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause. |
Work Schedule |
Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm |
Minimum Qualifications |
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems or related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience. 2. Demonstrated experience developing web applications using PHP, Perl, Python, Ruby, or ASP.net. 3. Demonstrated experience working with clients to develop web applications. 4. Demonstrated experience writing SQL statements. 5. Knowledge of Javascript. 6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail. 7. Demonstrated ability to work independently and prioritize duties, capable of coordinating many tasks by determining the importance of each task, follow established procedures, and work in a changing environment with multiple interruptions. 8. Demonstrated ability to maintain and improve skills and expertise to stay current with technical progress in the IT field. 9. Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and skills to effectively function as part of a team. Excellent foundation in English language including grammar, spelling, punctuation, and syntax. 10. Must pass a background check, which may include fingerprinting. Must continue to meet the established standards. |
Preferred Qualifications |
1. Master’s Degree in MIS or Computer Science. 2. Experience with CVS, SVN or Git. 3. Experience developing web applications with PHP. |
Physical Requirements |
Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, printers, scanners, and fax machines. |
Working Conditions |
Work is performed in an office environment; continuous contact with staff, the campus community, and the public. |
Project Description |
The Office of Water Programs at the California State University, Sacramento provides cost-effective solutions for protecting and enhancing water resources, public health, and the environment through training, scientific research, and public education. |
Job Duty |
01. Designs and develops a variety of web applications for the Office of Water programs, including complex, large scale, small scale, Business-to-Business (B2B), and database-driven. Uses PHP and Javascript to develop applications. |
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02. Conducts interviews with appropriate stakeholders such as management staff, end users, and third-party representatives to determine application requirements. Uses agile-like methodology, creates applications in a continuous loop of development, testing, deployment, and client feedback. Ensures that stakeholders are informed of the estimated timeline and cost analysis. |
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03. Maintains, enhances, and troubleshoots existing web applications, including, but not limited to increasing functionality, preventing software defects, providing security, and optimizing for speed. |
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04. Writes SQL statements and Stored Procedures for the retrieval, creation, and update of data stored in the database. |
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05. Works with the Research group to develop web applications to share data with internal and external colleagues. |
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06. Manages OWP software changes using source control. |
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07. Maintains knowledge of OWP business procedures including processes used in the placement of orders, developing educational material, and administering exams. Recommends efficiency improvements including automating operational processes, where applicable. |
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08. Maintains and improves skills and expertise to stay current with technical progress in the IT field in order to develop next generation web applications. |
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09. Trains OWP staff on proper use of applications, as needed. |
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10. Documents software, business processes, and other key facets of OWP software applications. |
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11. Other job-related duties as assigned. |
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Posting Number | B039F19 |
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Number of Vacancies | |
Position End Date (if temporary) | |
Open Date | 01/24/2020 |
Close Date | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Special Instructions Summary |
If you do not include both a cover letter and resume with your application, your application materials will not be considered. Please include your employment history in the “Employment Experience” section of your application in addition to submitting your resume and cover letter. |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this position?
- UEIJobs Website
- Interest Card Emails
- Indeed
- Career Fair
- Campus Career Center
- Personal Referral
- Sacramento Bee
- Careerbuilder
- Internal Job Posting
- The WELL hiring expo
- Other
- If other, please specify.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems or related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience developing web applications using PHP, Perl, Python, Ruby, or ASP.net (any of these languages)?
- Yes
- No
- * Please describe which languages you have experience in.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Do you have demonstrated experience working with clients to develop web applications?
- Yes
- No
- * Please describe your experience in working with clients.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Do you have experience writing SQL statements or Stored Procedures?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have knowledge of Javascript?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have a Master's Degree in MIS or Computer Science? (This is preferred but not required for this position.)
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience with CVS, SVN or Git? (This is preferred but not required for this position.)
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience developing web applications with PHP? (This is preferred but not required for this position.)
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume