Application Developer III

Salary: $67,728.00 - $87,000.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 194110
Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Division: Central Office
Opening Date: 10/15/2026
Closing Date: 10/25/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AM10
Position Number:: 60008357
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: TEC06
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education using verifiable dates.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking an Application Developer who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.

Under the general supervision of the Manager of Information Technology Development, plays a leadership role in the development and maintenance of complex and mission critical application systems on the mainframe, PC, and WEB-based platforms by consulting with users and staff in the requirements gathering, technical design, programming, testing and implementation phases of application systems development.

This position:

• Provides expertise for developers and customers regarding technical solutions being implemented. This includes consulting with customers and IT Business Analysts in developing requirements for application systems and serving as the technical lead and architect for OIDD IT projects and systems.
• Plan and performs in-depth systems analysis to develop requirements for the creation and/or enhancement of customer's application systems. This involves communication with customers, documentation of their system requirements, and evaluation of commercially available software.
• Designs, codes, develops, tests, implements, and documents software systems.
• Provides technical customer support for existing application systems or data.
• Makes recommendations to management and co-workers concerning enhancements to application systems and business processes in order to improve efficiency within the department.
• Completes individual training for professional growth and assists in the training of others in the operation of new and existing systems and related technical concepts.

This position is located at BHDD's Central Office in Cayce, SC.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A high school diploma and work experience in the modification and maintenance of system programs, the design and development of system software, or the testing and debugging of system software. An associate degree or a bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for the required work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experienced application level knowledge of capabilities, programming techniques, and intricacies of information systems. Intermediate knowledge of computer languages. Experienced application level ability to write and revise computer programs. Experienced application level ability to understand and carry out technical instructions and requests. Experienced application level ability to analyze and reduce to logical order complex technical data. Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner. Ability to work effectively with users, vendors, and other IT personnel. Ability to plan, direct, instruct, and review the work of technical personnel.

Additional Comments
Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening - to include a drug screening; background record checks (to include fingerprinting), South Carolina Department of Social Services' Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General "List of Excluded Individuals/Entities" screening; South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials.We reserve the right to rescind an offer of employment in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.

State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, employees of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

Supplemental Questions: Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
• Retirement benefit choices*
  • State Retirement Plan
  • State Optional Retirement Program

Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Please indicate your understanding and acknowledgement of the above statement by checking the box below.

• Checking this box indicates my understanding and acknowledgement of the above referenced statement.

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At the time of application, what is your highest level of education completed?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the Above

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How many years of work experience do you currently possess in the modification and maintenance of system programs, the design and development of system software, or the testing and debugging of system software?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 to 3 years
• 4 to 6 years
• 7 to 9 years
• 10 or more years

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Do you have work experience in the below? Check all that apply.

• Modification and maintenance of system programs
• Design and development of system software
• Testing and debugging of system software
• None of the Above

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Please check the applicable box(es) if you have you ever been employed by the following Offices of the South Carolina Department Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities.

• Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (OIDD) (formerly SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs)
• Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formerly SC Department of Mental Health)
• Office of Substance Use Services (OSUS) (formerly SC Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services)

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