IT PROFESSIONAL - APPLICATIONS

About the Department

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS Interested
Job Classification: IT PROFESSIONAL - APPLICATIONS 

Posting Number: 38728
Division: ENTERPRISE APPLICATION SERVICES
Reporting Location: 611 Walker St., Houston, TX
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM* *Subject to Change
 
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provide production support for business-critical applications, including proactive system monitoring, troubleshooting, and rapid resolution of critical incidents. Develop and troubleshoot custom applications and interfaces using programming languages within the .NET technology stack. Serve as the primary liaison to business and functional teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment.

Work at the highest technical level across all phases of application systems analysis and support. Coordinate meetings and requirements-gathering sessions for support activities and enhancement requests, ensuring full understanding, documentation, communication, and execution of customer business needs. Oversee change management and release processes.

Provide mentoring and training to team members as needed. Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly and concisely. Perform a variety of IT development, management, and support tasks for assigned departments or divisions under the direction of the IT Lead.

EXPERIENCE /REQUIREMENTS

• At least 2 years of experience in Microsoft SQL database, 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
• Microsoft office products

WORKING CONDITIONS

There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions.

Position Duties

EDUCATION

Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management and Information Systems (MIS) or a closely related field. 

Information systems-specific technical certifications may be substituted for 1 year of either the education or the experience requirement, as applicable. Related professional Information Systems experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis. 

EXPERIENCE: 

At least five (5) years of technology experience supporting IT applications. 

A Master’s degree in Computer Science, Management and Information Systems (MIS) or a closely related field may be substituted for two years of the experience requirement

LICENSE 

None

Minimum Qualifications

**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. **

Other Qualifications

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: 26
  
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: www.houstontx.gov. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832) 393-0450.
  
If you need special services or accommodations, call (832) 393-0450. (TTY 7-1-1).  

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
 
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.
  
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
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.