IT PROFESSIONAL - APPLICATIONS

Job Description:

IT PROFESSIONAL - APPLICATIONS

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Job Classification: IT PROFESSIONAL - APPLICATIONS

Posting Number: 37988

Department: HOUSTON INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

Division: ENTERPRISE APPLICATION SERVICES

Reporting Location: 1400 Lubbock St, Houston, TX 77002

Workdays & Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM* *Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The successful candidate will serve as a full-stack .NET Application Developer responsible for designing, building, maintaining, and deploying secure, high-performance web applications, APIs, and reporting solutions while also supporting desktop and hybrid applications. This role involves full-stack development and integration with third-party systems to support Municipal Court operations. The ideal candidate will have expertise in .NET technologies, Visual Studio, Entity Framework, SQL, ASP.NET, MVC, legacy desktop frameworks (WinForms), and modern DevOps practices. This role requires close coordination with public safety stakeholders and other HITS divisions to ensure seamless integration and compliance with standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, document, build, and maintain custom applications across web and desktop platforms.
• Troubleshoot, triage, and resolve production incidents promptly.
• Manage user administration, access controls, and permissions.
• Perform regular software upgrades and Windows server maintenance.
• Contribute to application modernization initiatives and strategic projects.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams for smooth integration.
• Provide backup support across team functions and mentor junior developers.
• Conduct code reviews to uphold coding standards and architectural quality.
• Implement secure coding practices and ensure compliance with organizational standards.
• Respond to and fulfill daily report requests under the Public Information Act (PIA), ensuring compliance and maintaining expected SLAs.
• Design and develop interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI, SSRS and other similar tools.
• Develop ETL workflows for data integration and transformation.
• Write and optimize T-SQL queries, stored procedures, and functions for efficient data retrieval.
• Develop automated unit tests and support CI/CD pipelines.
• Document application architecture, workflows, and integration points.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and recommend improvements.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management and Information Systems (MIS) or a closely related field.

Information systems-specific technical certifications may be substituted for 1 year of either the education or the experience requirement, as applicable.

Related professional Information Systems experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

At least five (5) years of technology experience supporting IT applications.

A Master’s degree in Computer Science, Management and Information Systems (MIS) or a closely related field may be substituted for two years of the experience requirement

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to obtain CJIS Certification.

PREFERENCES

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. **

Preference will be given to applicants possessing the following:

Technical Skills:

C#, .NET Framework/Core, ASP.NET MVC, Web API, REST Services, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Angular or React, SQL Server, T-SQL, SSIS, SSRS, Power BI, SSAS, Data Warehousing, Azure DevOps, Git, Automated Build/Release, WinForms, WPF, OnBase, Active Batch, Kofax, Infax, Microservices, Cloud Technologies, Windows

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION NO

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 26

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832/393-0450).

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832/393-0450). (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EEO Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: 1/30/2026 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$2,916.00 - $3,711.88 Biweekly