Working Title: Information Technology Specialist 2 - Application Developer
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 2
Agency: Minnesota State
Job ID : 95014
Location : Moorhead, Fergus Falls, or Wadena
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 06/24/2026
Closing Date : 07/22/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : MN St Colleges & Universities / Mn State CTC Moorhead MAPE
Division/Unit : MnSCU Mn State CTC Moorhead / MnSCU Mn State CTC Class
Appointment Type : Full Time
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday, 8-4:30 PM
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $28.18 - $45.82 / hourly; $58,839 - $95,672 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
This position exists to design, develop, modify, maintain, and support responsive web-based applications used by students, faculty, and staff at Minnesota State Community and Technical College (M State). This position supports the Application Services team in delivering enterprise applications operating within established frameworks, including Drupal CMS, Linux (Ubuntu), Docker-based environments, and Microsoft technologies. Responsibilities include writing and maintaining code, testing applications, troubleshooting issues, and providing technical support to ensure systems are reliable, secure, accessible, and aligned with Minnesota State standards. This role contributes to the development and enhancement of web applications and systems by assisting with application design, participating in deployment processes, and supporting integrations and workflows. The position emphasizes application support, maintenance, and incremental improvement, while contributing to ongoing development and process optimization efforts. Work is performed under general supervision, applying established standards and practices. The position exercises independent judgment in troubleshooting, implementation, and support activities, and collaborates with business units and IT staff to deliver effective, maintainable, and user-centered solutions. The values that guide our work include: access and opportunity, equity, inclusion and belonging, cultural competence, cultural responsive pedagogy & service, and community engagement. Our educational environments are culturally relevant, responsive, and innovative to the students we serve. Our students are assets, we affirm their identities and lived experiences, and provide spaces that are emotionally safe and reflect who students are.
Responsibilities
On a daily basis, live the mission, vision and values of M State to ensure a positive experience for all students and stakeholders.Service to M State students and stakeholders is a core component of the position and work responsibilities.
Support, maintain, and enhance enterprise web applications and related services within established standards, architectures, and processes to ensure reliability, availability, and usability
Troubleshoot and resolve application issues across multi-tier application environments using established tools and practices
Perform root cause analysis of application defects, performance issues, and integration problems to ensure timely and accurate resolution
Apply patches, updates, bug fixes, and incremental enhancements to maintain system stability and performance
Participate in application deployment activities using established development and hosting processes
Monitor application performance and respond to incidents and service requests in a timely and effective manner
Support integrations between applications, APIs, and enterprise services using defined interfaces and standards
Implement and support data integrations with third-party systems and services using established tools, APIs, and integration patterns
Maintain and troubleshoot data exchange processes to ensure accuracy, reliability, and timely delivery of information between systems
Maintain technical documentation, support procedures, and system configurations to ensure applications are clearly documented and maintainable
Ensure applications meet accessibility, security, and data compliance requirements
Develop and implement application components for administrative and public-facing systems
Write, test, and maintain code following established standards and practices
Implement application features that are maintainable, documented, and meet defined requirements and timelines
Participate in testing and deployment of application enhancements
Assist with integration of new functionality within existing systems
Assist with implementation of integrations between applications and external systems using established interfaces and standards
Analyze business and technical requirements to define scope and support solution development
Identify impacts, dependencies, and risks associated with application changes
Assist in the design and implementation of solutions within established frameworks
Provide technical support to users and stakeholders, ensuring understanding of system functionality
Ensure issues are resolved through thorough analysis and accurate root cause identification
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of experience working in application development, web application development, application support, or a related field. A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a closely related field can be substituted for twelve months of experience. An associate's degree in computer science, information technology, or a closely related field can be substituted for six months of experience
Working knowledge of web application development principles and practices, including:
object-oriented programming concepts
front-end development using HTML, CSS, and modern JavaScript
server-side development concepts (e.g., PHP or similar technologies)
an understanding of RESTful APIs, application integration concepts, and system architecture and application environments
basic knowledge of relational databases and data structures
Demonstrated ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues using fault isolation tools, debugging techniques, and systematic troubleshooting methods across application and system environments
Ability to read and interpret detailed technical information and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and provide customer-focused technical support
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor'sdegreeincomputerscience, information technology, or a closely related field
Threeyearsofprofessionalexperiencesupportinganddevelopingwebapplicationsinateam-based or enterprise environment
Experienceworkingwithin contentmanagementsystems orwebplatforms(e.g.,Drupal or similar CMS frameworks)
Familiaritywithcontainer-basedorcloud-hostedapplicationenvironments
ExperiencewithMicrosoft365toolssuchasSharePoint,PowerApps,orPowerAutomate
Experienceworking inahighereducation,publicsector,orenterpriseITenvironment
Front-enddevelopmentexperienceusingReactorsimilar frameworks
Understandingofaccessibilitystandards,datasecuritypractices,andcompliancerequirements
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
