IT Application Developer - Journey

Full Job Description

The Washington State Department of Agriculture has been serving the state for more than 100 years.

Through service, regulation, and advocacy, we keep agriculture viable and vital in Washington State, while protecting consumers, public health, and the environment.

We work extensively with farmers and ranchers, but our responsibilities – from ensuring food safety to environmental protection – touch the lives of millions of people locally, nationally, and abroad.

The agency includes 780 employees approximately and grows close to 1,000 employees at the peak of seasonal work. To learn more and view additional openings, please visit our Employment Page.

The Opportunity:

The Information Technology Program's mission is to continually enhance our services to agency divisions, WSDA employees, and ultimately the stakeholders of Washington while providing core IT services, network connectivity and software solutions in the most efficient and effective manner possible.

We achieve our mission by identifying and resolving business challenges through the deployment of efficient software solutions, a secure and reliable network, and a Centralized Service Desk focusing on always delivering excellent customer service.

As an IT Application Developer, you will play a critical role in supporting WSDA's transition to the statewide One Washington Workday program. This includes monitoring and managing current integrations with statewide and enterprise financial systems, participating in statewide technical workgroups, identifying downstream system impacts, and preparing agency systems for the migration to One Washington. The position is also responsible for planning and implementing the transition to a replacement solution, including documenting current-state processes and integrations, coordinating the technical evaluation of replacement options, and supporting data migration and cutover activities.

In addition to Dynamics GP-specific work, the incumbent performs journey-level application development tasks across the agency, providing software development, integration support, troubleshooting, SDLC documentation, and project participation.

Requirements

ERP System Development, Maintenance, and Administration

• Serve as the agency’s subject matter expert and primary technical developer for The ERP business application (currently Dynamics GP).
• Maintain, enhance, and troubleshoot ERP application modules used by WSDA, including financial, purchasing, vendor management, and custom business processes.
• Design, develop, and maintain integrations between the ERP application system and other agency or statewide systems.
• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot EDI, EFT, banking, and other external ERP application connections.
• Develop and maintain stored procedures, views, triggers, and scripts to support ERP application functionality and reporting.
• Support and maintain ERP application reporting using SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), Management Reporter, and other reporting platforms.
• Provide Tier 3 technical support for Dynamics GP functional issues escalated from Finance/Accounting and IT staff.
• Coordinate with vendors, WaTech, and statewide technical teams on ERP application patches, service packs, and version upgrades.
• Ensure adherence to internal control, audit, and security requirements for financial system data.

One Washington / Workday Transition Support

• Represent WSDA IT in all technical activities related to the One Washington Workday implementation and transition away from the current ERP application.
• Identify and document all ERP application integrations, customizations, dependencies, scripts, and data flows that will be impacted by Workday adoption.
• Assist in the design and testing of new interfaces between Workday and downstream agency systems.

ERP application Replacement Planning and Migration Activities

• Lead technical analysis, planning, and execution for the agency’s transition away from Microsoft Dynamics GP.
• Document current-state Dynamics GP architecture, integrations, workflows, and data structures.
• Work with Finance, IT leadership, and vendors to evaluate potential Dynamics GP replacement solutions.
• Identify migration requirements, risks, and technical constraints.
• Support procurement activities by providing technical input and requirements.
• Develop transition plans, migration strategies, test plans, and implementation timelines.
• Coordinate with Application Development, Systems, and Security teams to ensure successful migration and system cutover.
• Support new system configuration, integration development, QA, and deployment.

Qualifications

Who should apply?
Professionals with:

AND

• Knowledge and application of techniques for requirements gathering and writing high-level designs.
• Understanding of user interface design.
• Excellent understanding of programming logic and database structure/processing.
• Technical knowledge of and three (3) years of experience in application design.
• Understanding of GIS technology, experience in implementing GIS applications, and knowledge of data management for GIS systems.
• Technical knowledge of and three (3) years’ experience working with:

  Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Financial System	JavaScript
  Visual Studio ASP.NET 6-8	API Integration
  C#	Web Services
  Blazor	Crystal Report (version 10-11)
  Microsoft SQL 2016-2022	Project Management
  Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services	Project Estimates
  Entity Framework	Object Oriented Programming

In addition to the above qualifications, the following desired knowledge, skills, and abilities will make your application more competitive:

• Technical knowledge of and experience working with Dynamics GP.
• Advanced knowledge of SQL Server 2019-2022.
• Advanced knowledge in using MS-VisualStudio Development tools to maintain and develop agency or enterprise level systems.
• Ability to provide high-level support for more than one project at a time.

Additional Information

Employee Benefits

A healthy work/life balance, which may include flexible work schedules, and teleworking.WSDA provides an excellent benefits package beyond traditional benefits.

State employment offers Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave; click here for more information.12 paid Holidays & Vacation and Leave Accruals.All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required will be provided by the agency.

How to applyYou must complete your careers.wa.gov profile and answer the supplemental questions.

In addition to completing the online application, and supplemental questions applicants must attach the following documents to their profile to be considered for this position: · A resume detailing experience and education· A cover letter describing how you meet the specific qualifications for this position· Three professional references By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct.

The state may verify information.

Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed.If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email support@neogov.com.The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of your application and the materials submitted.

All information may be verified, and documentation may be required.

Applications received via e-mail will not be accepted in lieu of applying through the state's on-line recruitment system.WSDA uses a I-9 form (Download PDF reader) to determine Employment Eligibility and Verification, once hired.

This document is the authorization of an individual’s ability to be hired for employment within the United States. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

Equity at WSDA The Department of Agriculture recognizes, appreciates, supports, embraces, and respects all cultural identities and backgrounds while we collaborate in authentic ways.

We hire amazing people that share in the commitment to our Pro-Equity Anti-Racist (PEAR) strategic plan, our Healthy Environment for All (HEAL) Act implementation plan, and our unique needs and desires for belonging, respect, and inclusion.

We value the growth and development of our team members by providing equitable access to resources and opportunities for continuous learning, improvement, and advancement.We strive to hire, cultivate, and retain a productive and dedicated workforce that reflects the communities we serve while we are committed to a workplace that celebrates our differences and supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, marital status, families with children (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as an individual with the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with disabilities or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Contact UsShould you have any questions regarding this position or the online application, contact the Human Resource Office at Recruitment@agr.wa.gov.

Prior to a new appointment into the Department of Agriculture, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.

Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

The Human Resources Division may use referrals from this recruitment to help fill future similar vacancies for up to six months.Veteran's Preference: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, or other verification of military service.

Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers.

For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here.Persons with a disability, who need assistance with their application or need this announcement in an alternative format, may call 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960.

TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.For more information about the Washington State Department of Agriculture, visit us at www.agr.wa.gov.