Applications Developer 2
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Applications Developer 2
Salary
$67,736.00 - $102,905.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2025-33003
Department
Infrastructure Investment Authority
Division
PV Pennvest
Opening Date
09/11/2025
Closing Date
9/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
01522
Position Number
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
A4
Pay Group
ST08
Bureau / Division Code
00331000
Bureau / Division
Pennvest
Worksite Address
Forum Building, 5th Floor - West
Worksite Address
607 South Drive
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17120
Contact Name
Michelle Seltzer
Contact Phone
717.705.1657
Contact Email
miseltzer@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Would you like to assist Pennsylvania residents and entities with obtaining clean water? The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has a unique opportunity for two Applications Developer 2s. This position gives you the chance to develop web applications and database queries for PENNVEST Web Applications which assist Pennsylvania municipalities, authorities, businesses, and communities with applying for financial assistance for various @types of drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, and non-point source projects. You will apply your experience with application development, database querying, and project management to ensure web applications meet ADA mandates and requirements. Make your career aspirations a reality with us!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As an Applications Developer 2, you will be tasked with performing web application development and creating SQL queries for PENNVEST web applications. Work involves developing coding architecture for the design of applications, databases, and information systems, and gathering business requirements from business users to provide requirements documents. You will have the opportunity to provide technical support to internal and external users as well as conduct quality assurance and testing of web applications. Lastly, you will be responsible for performing project management, ensuring resources are assigned to tasks and following timelines for successful project completion.
PENNVEST funding aids communities to increase the health and safety of Commonwealth citizens, protect our environment, promote economic development, and improve water quality. Apply today to become an essential member of our team!
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00122665)
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Some travel will be required to the headquarters location in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Work schedule may be negotiable.
Telework: You will have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If there are times you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year as an Applications Developer 1 or Computer Programmer 3 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);or
Four years of information technology experience that includes two years of experience in applications development or applications maintenance;or
Two years of information technology experience in applications development or applications maintenance, and an associate's degree in any information technology field;or
A bachelor's degree in any information technology field.
Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
Additional Requirements:
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
Experience with MS SQL Server 2019 or later
Experience with JavaScript, jQuery, HTML, Razor, DOM (Document Object Model), and OWASP
Experience with the Kendo UI framework, version R3 or later
Experience with N-Tier application development using C# in the .NET Framework
Experience with User Interface (UI) or User Experience (UX)
Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rightsmustapply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Applications Developer 1 or as a Computer Programmer 3 for one or more years full-time?
Yes
No
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
03
How much full-time paraprofessional information technology experience do you possess?
4 years or more
3 but less than 4 years
2 but less than 3 years
1 but less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
05
Have you successfully completed, or are you within three months of completing a bachelor's degree in an information technology field? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.org ("www.naces.org"target=_blank") and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
Yes
No
06
If you are within three months of completing a bachelor's degree in information technology, on what date do you expect to graduate? If this does not apply to you, please @type N/A in the text box.
07
Preferred Criteria- Do you have experience with MS SQL Server 2019 or later?
Yes
No
08
Preferred Criteria- Which of the following do you have experience with? (select all that apply)
JavaScript
jQuery
HTML
Razor
DOM (Document Object Model)
OWASP
None of the above
09
Preferred Criteria- Do you have experience with the Kendo UI framework, version R3 or later?
Yes
No
10
Preferred Criteria- Do you have experience with N-Tier application development using C# in the .NET Framework?
Yes
No
11
Preferred Criteria- Do you have experience with User Interface (UI) or User Experience (UX)?
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
