GS IT SOFTWARE ENGINEER 1 HB93

State of Idaho - Tax Commission Career Opportunity

Software Engineer / I.T. Professional

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

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Are you a Software or IT Professional looking for work-life balance with an established organization? Apply your skills to support the processing of revenue for the State of Idaho.

The Idaho State Tax Commission Technology and Innovation team is seeking an IT Software Engineer I. The selected candidate will collaborate with project stakeholders, team members, external partners and vendors on sophisticated tax revenue administration software issues and development.

The successful candidate will have experience with object-oriented programming and SQL, with good communication and problem-solving skills, and the ability to prioritize multiple assigned tasks in the same time period while meeting specified timelines in a group setting.

The starting rate for this position is $27.39 per hour. This position is located at the Boise Office in the Chinden Campus located at 11321 West Chinden Blvd, Building 2. The selected candidate must report to this location; hybrid telecommuting may be considered after completion of a 6 month probationary period and all required training.

What's In It for You?

• Comprehensive and affordable benefits including medical, vision, and dental insurance
• PERSI defined benefit retirement plan
• Paid sick and vacation leaves start accruing your first day
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave covering the birth or adoption of a child for up to 8 weeks
• Permanent, full-time classified employment status after successful completion of an entrance probation
• Employee Assistance Program
• A healthy work-life balance with flexible schedules
• A business casual dress code
• Career growth opportunities
• Working in an office environment with other talented and highly motivated individuals
• Beautiful state campus with lots of free parking, walking paths, and centrally located in the valley on Chinden Blvd. in Boise
• The State of Idaho is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Why Join Us?

• OUR VISION: Great people. Helping you. Serving Idaho.
• OUR MISSION: Benefit Idaho through courteous customer service, education, and fair tax administration.
• OUR VALUES: Fairness, Accountability, Integrity, Respect.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and implement new application programs and enhancements (experience using Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio, Visual Studio, VB.net, and C# would be beneficial).
• Provide end user support
• Research available tools and technologies to determine alternative technology solutions
• Coordinate resolution of problems with operational system
• Confer with users to analyze, develop, and maintain programs

Minimum Qualifications:

• Good knowledge of multiple programming languages and software development tool suites (Typically gained by one college or vocational-level course directly related to one programming language and software development tool suites AND 6 months of work experience using programming languages and software development tools OR one year of work experience using programming languages and software development tools)
• Good knowledge of software development processes and software testing practices (Typically gained by valid IT certification in software testing and development OR at least 1 year of work experience testing and developing software)
• Experience creating, interpreting and documenting user requirements (Typically gained by at least 1 year of work experience creating, interpreting, and documenting user requirements on at least 1 development project)
• Experience testing and deploying production systems (Typically gained by at least 1 year of work experience testing and deploying systems)

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EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.