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Under limited supervision the programmer will perform in a team environment complex programming functions, assistance, and technical advice including configuration, writing, testing, and documentation to complex programming of agency computer systems in the Public Health Deputy Area. Emphasis will be placed on support of systems in the Communicable Disease Epidemiology Section (CDES). To include integration and monitoring of supporting backend system processes and solutions, documentation, and remediating and solving customer issues.
Analyze, design, program, implement, maintain, and provide technical support for Public Health applications and processes as assigned. Ensure maximum system uptime for critical components to ensure business continuity. Adheres to Information Technology and security standards. Emphasis on programming functions and supporting CDES systems.
Support, maintain, and/or modify web, mobile and client/server application modules, processes, and integration services for health program areas. Provide technical backup to other health modules as assigned. Adheres to Information Technology application development standards and security requirements.
Act as a technical consultant to customers. Work with other technology staff to ensure applications adhere to Information Technology application development standards. Work with program and analytics staff to ensure data and reporting needs are met and adhere to IT Security Standards. Assist with problem resolution.
Prepare and maintain system documentation for applications supported. Provide appropriate administrative documentation/project communication.
State Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and work experience in the modification and maintenance of system programs, the design and development of system software, or the testing and debugging of system software. An associate's degree or a bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for the required work experience.
Agency Minimum Requirements: Knowledge of information systems design, testing, debugging, analysis, integration, maintenance and security techniques. Experience in writing SQL queries, stored procedures, and XML. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks efficiently and effectively. Employee will work under limited supervision. Must be customer-oriented and respond to priority tasks as needed. Some after-hour and weekend work may be required. Minimal amount of travel will be required.
Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
"Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the DPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate."
Bachelors Degree and one (1) year or Associates Degree and three (3) years of applicable software development and modification experience. Related experience may be substituted for the degree on a year-for-year basis. Microsoft MVC, Razor Pages, C#, .NET, jQuery, CSS, SQL, webservice development, and reporting in a web environment. Experience with Rhapsody, HL7, LOINC and/or SNOMED, Tomcat (or JBoss).
EEO: The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.
STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
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15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
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15 days Sick Leave per year
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13 Paid Holidays
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Paid Parental Leave
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Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
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S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
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Retirement benefit choices *
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State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
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State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
- Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.
