IT Systems Developer I

Overview

The State of Vermont Agency of Digital Services is seeking a software developer to join our team serving the Vermont Department of Taxes. We work collaboratively with the Tax Business team to deliver critical software solutions and maintain the State's integrated Tax system. Our work is primarily done in a .NET environment utilizing Visual Basic and C#. As part of the high functioning team working in the State's GenTax environment we have access to first-class equipment and software tools. 

 

As part of our development team, you will be expected to work closely with the business team to analyze, design, develop and test their solutions. Experience with MS SQL Server, Visual Studio 2022, Microsoft Development tools and object-oriented programming languages is beneficial. Working knowledge of database systems, technical documentation and the application development life cycle is a plus.

 

We have a busy work environment with a supportive team of experienced developers, and we are seeking candidates with the motivation to contribute to our team and increase their knowledge at the same time. Tax systems require continuous maintenance and changes, and this position is an opportunity to acquire new skills as there are several new projects on our schedule this year. In particular this position will be one of the team assigned to support the Property Valuation and Review section of the Tax department, working on the critical mission of developing property tax automation in our GenTax environment. 

 

The ability to work as part of a team, communicate professionally and collaborate with coworkers is indispensable. We support a number of critical applications for the Tax department that require the capacity to resolve issues in a timely manner and your ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment is essential. This position does require some on call hours.

 

Position duties include:

• Working closely with Business users, vendors and development team members to research, design, code and implement Tax Department software solutions.
• Modify and support existing software solutions and data exchanges as assigned.
• Create functional specifications, test plans, user instructions and documentation.
• Research new technologies and apply them to provide the best approach to a solution.
• Follow development best practices and software development life cycle methodologies.

The Agency of Digital Services and the State of Vermont offer opportunities for training and career development. This is a great place to gain experience working with a variety of professionals on enterprise systems.

 

All candidates are required to pass a fingerprint-supported background check in accordance with Vermont law 3 V.S.A. chapter 10.

Who May Apply

This position, IT Systems Developer I (Job Requisition #49279), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

 

Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition. 

 

Level I: 49279

Level II: 49280

Level III: 49281
 

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Jill.Wilson@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

 

Environmental Factors

Duties are generally performed in a standard office setting. Some work outside of regular work schedule may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree in computer science or college-level coursework that includes 15 computer science credits

 

OR

 

Two (2) or more years of experience in computer or network support, programming or analysis, or database administration.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Progra