Overview
On Site
USD 29.00 per hour
Full Time
Skills
Performance Management
Preventive Maintenance
Project Management
Production Support
Programming Languages
Systems Analysis
Requirements Elicitation
Change Management
Mentorship
Training
Presentations
IT Management
Information Technology
Development Management
Lighting
Adobe AIR
Computer Science
Management
Information Systems
Management Information Systems
Microsoft SQL Server
Database
Microsoft SSRS
Reporting
Microsoft Visual Studio
DevOps
.NET
Visual Basic .NET
C#
RESTful
Web Services
XML
HTML
Cascading Style Sheets
SaaS
Microsoft Office
Application Support
IT Service Management
ServiceNow
Infor
SAP
Enterprise Resource Planning
Testing
Human Resources
Technical Support
PASS
Recruiting
Insurance
Life Insurance
Telecommuting
Professional Development
Health Care
Job Details
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Job Classification: SENIOR IT PROFESSIONAL - APPLICATIONS (3RD-Party Application)
Posting Number: 37137
Department: HOUSTON INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES (HITS)
Division: ENTERPRISE APPLICATIONS SERVICES
Reporting Location: 611 WALKER, Houston, TX 77002
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY 8:00AM- FRIDAY 5:00PM (on site)
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Senior IT Professional - Applications will provide production support to business-critical applications. Daily duties include proactive monitoring, troubleshooting and quick resolution of critical incidents. Develop/troubleshoot custom application and interface using programming languages within the .NET stack. Serve as the expert liaison to the business or functional area. Work at the highest technical level of all phases of applications systems analysis and support activities. Coordinate meetings and requirement gathering sessions for the support activities and enhancement requests. Ensure customers business requirements are fully understood, documented, communicated, and acted upon. Coordinate change management and release activities. Provide mentoring and training to other team members as needed. Excellent written and verbal presentation skills with the ability to present complex ideas in a clear and concise manner. Under direction of the IT Lead, performs a variety of information technology related development management and support activities for any assigned department/division.
*You must be eligible to validate contract work experience.
WORKING CONDITIONS
There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditioning. Significant time spent using computer displays, keyboard, and mouse.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management and Information Systems (MIS) or aclosely related field.
Usually has advanced technical certifications that demonstrate mastery of aspecialized application.
EXPERIENCE
At least six (6) years of technology experience supporting applications.
Advanced certifications and/or greater than six (6) years applicable experience may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the education requirement.
LICENSE
None
PREFERENCES
**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. **
Preference will be given to candidates with the following skillsets:
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION NO
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
PAY GRADE: 29
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at:
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call ).
If you need special services or accommodations, call ). (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call .
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EEO EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:
Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Job Classification: SENIOR IT PROFESSIONAL - APPLICATIONS (3RD-Party Application)
Posting Number: 37137
Department: HOUSTON INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES (HITS)
Division: ENTERPRISE APPLICATIONS SERVICES
Reporting Location: 611 WALKER, Houston, TX 77002
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY 8:00AM- FRIDAY 5:00PM (on site)
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Senior IT Professional - Applications will provide production support to business-critical applications. Daily duties include proactive monitoring, troubleshooting and quick resolution of critical incidents. Develop/troubleshoot custom application and interface using programming languages within the .NET stack. Serve as the expert liaison to the business or functional area. Work at the highest technical level of all phases of applications systems analysis and support activities. Coordinate meetings and requirement gathering sessions for the support activities and enhancement requests. Ensure customers business requirements are fully understood, documented, communicated, and acted upon. Coordinate change management and release activities. Provide mentoring and training to other team members as needed. Excellent written and verbal presentation skills with the ability to present complex ideas in a clear and concise manner. Under direction of the IT Lead, performs a variety of information technology related development management and support activities for any assigned department/division.
*You must be eligible to validate contract work experience.
WORKING CONDITIONS
There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditioning. Significant time spent using computer displays, keyboard, and mouse.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management and Information Systems (MIS) or aclosely related field.
Usually has advanced technical certifications that demonstrate mastery of aspecialized application.
EXPERIENCE
At least six (6) years of technology experience supporting applications.
Advanced certifications and/or greater than six (6) years applicable experience may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the education requirement.
LICENSE
None
PREFERENCES
**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. **
Preference will be given to candidates with the following skillsets:
- At least 2 years of experience in Microsoft SQL database, SSRS report development and .NET technologies
- One or more years of Experience in Visual Studio and DevOps
- Experience in
- .NET technologies and programming skills in Vb.Net, C#, Rest API, Web Services, XML, HTML, CSS
- SaaS/ERP solutions and configurations
- Microsoft office products
- Application support, ITSM ticketing tools like Service-now
- Working knowledge of Infor, SAP or any other ERP systems
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION NO
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
PAY GRADE: 29
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at:
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call ).
If you need special services or accommodations, call ). (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call .
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EEO EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Wellness
- Supplemental Insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- Retirement pension
- 457 deferred compensation plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- 10 days of vacation each year
- 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
- Compensable Sick Leave
- Personal Leave
- Flexible schedules
- Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
- Professional development opportunities
- Transportation/parking plan
- Section 125 pretax deductions
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
- Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
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