Application Developer 3 (PCN 11N27012)

State of Alaska•Anchorage, AK

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Sport Fish, is recruiting an Application Developer 3 in Anchorage, Alaska. This position is open to Alaska residents only. As part of the Sport Fish Research and Technical Services Programming group, the incumbent primarily maintains, repairs, and enhances ColdFusion applications built on the Fusebox framework that support the eLogbook program. The role also provides ongoing support for associated SQL databases and related application components, addressing technical challenges across complex multi-layer web applications and simple single-user data collection tools. The incumbent collaborates with staff and contractors of varied technical backgrounds and skill levels. Under mentorship, the position represents the Division of Sport Fish concerning departmental applications and systems; coordinates with staff and the Office of Information Technology (OIT) on server performance, file storage, and infrastructure needs; designs, administers, and maintains division datasets and applications; and performs ad hoc programming for projects and databases involving highly complex or unusual computing issues. The position is based at the Anchorage Fish and Game office in a private walled office. It requires working independently as well as collaboratively with the Division of Sport Fish Research and Technical Services and regional and area offices. A hybrid telework agreement may be available after a probationary period.

Requirements

Competencies in adaptability, including adjusting planned work through relevant information gathering and critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
Knowledge of computer languages and their applications, with skill in designing, writing, testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and maintaining computer program source code.
Customer and quality focus, including anticipating, monitoring, and meeting customer needs effectively and appropriately, identifying apparent and underlying needs, and providing high-quality service and products.
Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the required competencies; equivalent preparation is typically gained through training in computer programming or systems analysis and/or progressively responsible professional experience developing, testing, troubleshooting, or maintaining computer applications.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of database management systems and software used to organize, store, retrieve, secure, and maintain data integrity.
Knowledge of web technology principles and methods, including web security, privacy policy practices, user interface issues, tools, and delivery systems.

Responsibilities

Maintain, repair, and enhance ColdFusion applications built on the Fusebox framework that support the eLogbook program.
Provide ongoing support for associated SQL databases and related application components.
Represent the Division of Sport Fish concerning departmental applications and systems while working with ADF&G staff, OIT, and contractors to develop datasets, applications, and services.
Coordinate with staff and OIT to ensure server performance, file storage, and IT infrastructure capabilities are appropriate to support Division needs, including occasional troubleshooting and support.
Design, administer, and maintain Division of Sport Fish datasets and applications, including needs assessment, research, design, and selection of hardware and/or systems, independently or as a team leader or member.
Perform ad hoc computer programming for Division projects and databases involving extremely complex or unusual computing issues.

Benefits

Health insurance, including employer contributions toward medical, vision, and dental coverage.
Employer-paid basic life insurance, with additional coverage available.
Group-based insurance premiums for term life, long- and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, long-term care, and supplemental survivor benefits.
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for eligible health care or dependent care expenses.
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) or Teachers' Retirement System (TRS).
Employer matching contribution into a defined contribution program for new employees.
Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program for current employees.
Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security.
Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program.
Personal leave, with an accrual rate increase based on time served.
Eleven paid holidays a year.
Flexible schedules and leave to support work-life balance.