SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST 1 DEFINITION:
Under close supervision and monitoring in a state or local government agency, performs analysis, maintenance, programming and support work on modules of existing systems; may develop web applications or websites; does other related work.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK
Codes and unit tests software components based upon detailed specifications.
May prepare test data for unit and integration testing.
May do integration testing following a pre-defined test plan.
Prepares flowcharts and block diagrams and codes program modules of the least complexity for application systems development.
Maintains production application programs/program modules as necessary.
Develops and maintains program documentation.
May test and verify the function and performance of new software and changes to existing software.
May design, build, and/or maintain a website, using authoring or scripting languages, content creation tools, management tools, and digital media.
Carries out routine debugging of software problems following defined procedures.
Identifies, documents, communicates, and solves problems with new and existing software.
Develops design logic for less complex individual programs.
Maintains essential records and files.
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office or related units. REQUIREMENTS:
NOTE: Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience.
Five (5) years of professional experience in programming, systems programming or computer analysis.
OR
Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience. OR
Possession of a master's degree in an Information Technology field.
NOTE:"Professional experience" refers to work that is analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range of basic knowledge of the profession's concepts and practices; and is performed with the authority to act and make accurate and informed decisions.
LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of one or more programming languages.
Knowledge of data access methods.
Knowledge of data communication protocols.
Knowledge of computer system hardware.
Knowledge of program development and testing tools.
Knowledge of information systems design concepts.
Ability to understand decision tables, charts, and diagrams.
Ability to reason logically for purposes of software development.
Ability to utilize work processes and methods.
Ability to prepare accurate and informative reports.
Ability to communicate findings, recommendations and conclusions.
Ability to adhere to the goals, policies and procedures of the organization.
Ability to communicate well with coworkers to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Ability to maintain essential records and files.
Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
