THECB - Systems Analyst V, ColdFusion Programmer

General Description:

Performs complex to highly complex computer programming and systems analysis work in an application development environment for the Information Technology Services department of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB). Work involves analyzing user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate processing to improve existing systems. This specifically involves application development on front- and back-end code for applications using Adobe ColdFusion, supporting existing applications and the creation of new applications. May assist in training and mentoring the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with much latitude for initiative and independent judgment. This position reports to the Director of Applications Development and Support.

General Duties And Responsibilities:

• Develops, tests, analyzes, and debugs agency applications following the industry’s best practices while meeting business requirements.
• Designs, develops, modifies, implements, maintains, and supports assigned web-based applications. Analyzes, reviews, and revises programs to increase operating efficiency or to adapt to new procedures.
• Assists in the development of technology solutions to address automation needs and delivers quality implementation of defined solutions to facilitate realization of organizational benefits.
• Performs technical analysis work for proposed projects, new developments, or modifications/enhancements to existing systems.
• Implement measures to safeguard agency information. Provides computer programming and system analysis expertise in analyzing, documenting, maintaining, designing, developing, testing, and implementing applications.
• Analyzes and creates structured, well-documented programs and systems appropriate to those programs and systems that may be maintained by others. Ensure customer needs are properly translated into system requirements and design.
• Analyzes system development life cycle (SDLC) processes and identifies issues and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

• Skill in computer programming using the following tools: Adobe ColdFusion, Microsoft Visual Studio Code, Azure Dev Ops, Git (or other version control software), SQL and PL/SQL, and browser-based debugging tools.
• Ability to recognize, analyze and resolve complex technical issues, applying creative solutions when problem solving and keeping management informed of risks and critical issues.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently and make decisions using sound judgement, analytical thinking, and sound reasoning.
• Ability to communicate with customers to determine programming needs and translate customer requirements into application designs and systems requirements.
• Ability to plan, organize, and manage workload and priorities to meet necessary deadlines, communicating pertinent status updates accordingly.
• Ability to analyze software problems and develop solutions, utilizing proper application security and necessary data protections, preparing program specifications and technical documentation.
• Ability to work flexible hours, as necessary.
• Ability to follow ethical standards.
• Ability to adhere to the agency’s internal management policies and procedures.

100% Remote Position:
This position is fully remote. Employees may work from any location within the state of Texas, with occasional travel for team meetings or training as required. Reliable internet access and a dedicated workspace are required.

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Required Minimum Education And Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, information technology, computer engineering, information systems, business administration, or related technical field.
• One year of full-time working experience in cybersecurity, data analysis, or information technology may take the place of 30 semester hours of coursework, up to 4 years full-time working experience.

And

·     6+ years of relevant full-time working experience in information technology as an application developer or programmer, specifically in applications system design, development, implementation, testing, and maintenance.

Additionally, the following requirements should be met:

• 6+ years’ experience in Adobe ColdFusion, HTML, JavaScript, Structured Query Language (SQL).
• 6+ years’ experience with application systems analysis and design, and application development.
• 2+ years’ experience with code repositories such as but not limited to Azure DevOps, GIT or similar CI/CD tools for code validation, promotion, and deployment within a pipeline.

Preferred:

• 2+ years’ experience in .net, c#, Rest API’s, MVC, Azure, Data Factory pipelines or SSIS for ETL process
• 5+ years’ experience in ensuring Web accessibility compliance for new and pre-existing technology solutions, including 508 and WCAG 2.0AA.
• 2+ years’ experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies to deliver high quality solutions on time

Physical Requirements And/Or Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a standard office environment and requires:

•  Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance at work;
•  Frequent use of personal computers;

• Frequent Sitting;

•  Frequently working under deadlines, as a team member, and in direct contact with others.

Workforce:

Must Be Able To:

• Demonstrate knowledge of customer service deliverables.
• Show flexibility and adaptability toward changes in assignments and work schedules, working extended hours as necessary.
• Adhere to the organization’s internal management policies and procedures.
• Contribute to the agency’s performance measures and mission.

Application Requirements:

The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A State of Texas application is required to apply. For more information on how to apply for this position, go to the Coordinating Board’s employment opportunities website at  Careers - Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board participates in E-Verify for each new employees’ Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For questions, please call the HR Department at 512-427-6190. For vocal and/or hearing assistance call 7-1-1.

Notes To Applicant:

If you require any reasonable accommodation for the interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls to schedule your interview. This position has been designated as a security sensitive position. A criminal background investigation will be conducted on the final candidate for this position.

Your job application must be completely filled out. Your application must contain dates of employment, job titles, name of employer and a description of duties performed in a way that demonstrates you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Resumes do not take the place of the requirement to include this information on the application. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete.

• 100% Remote Position 
• Applicants must be able to work from a home office with reliable internet. Occasional travel for team meetings or training may be required.

Veterans Information: THECB is committed to hiring Veterans. To receive Veteran’s Preference, a copy of the FORM DD214 -member #4, must be attached when submitting your application.

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: THECB does not discriminate on the basis, of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.

Job offer and continuation of employment with THECB is contingent upon:

• Proof of education and experience listed on the application.
• Eligibility/authorization to work in the U.S.
• Satisfactory results from a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• Compliance with the Selective Service Law for males ages 18-25. Please be advised that under Texas law, names and other information concerning applicants or nominees may be subject to disclosure upon request.

THECB does not allow dual employment with other state of Texas agencies or institutions.

Skills assessment may be conducted at time of interview

No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.