LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL BUREAU
ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISION
Information Technology Services Unit
IT Professional IV – Software Engineer
Carson City, Nevada
Salary up to $131,711 (employee/employer paid retirement plan)
The Information Technology Services (ITS) Unit of the Legislative Counsel Bureau (LCB) is seeking a diverse pool of qualified applicants for the position of IT Professional IV – Software Engineer within the Administrative Division. The LCB is a nonpartisan, legislative service agency that provides professional, technical and administrative support to the Nevada Legislature, which convenes biennially in odd-numbered years for 120-day sessions and for rare special sessions during the interim periods. The ITS Unit provides technical support to legislators, legislative staff and the LCB. This is a full-time position located in Carson City, Nevada.
Position Description: Under the direction and supervision of the IT Manager – Software Engineering, the IT Professional IV – Software Engineerwill function as a subject matter expert for LCB’s commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) and in-house software. Responsibilities of the IT Professional IV – Software Engineermay include, without limitation:
- Delivering high‑quality, white‑glove customer service and IT support to legislators, staff and the public, as required;
- Supporting the smooth operation of software systems during public meetings;
- Supervising and providing technical guidance to junior IT staff and technicians, especially during the legislative session;
- Participating in the design, development and maintenance of web applications using modern technologies, including, without limitation, .NET, C#, Python, JavaScript and VB;
- Assisting with the migration of legacy monolithic applications into containerized environments such as Podman, Docker and Kubernetes;
- Participating in the design, development, maintenance and troubleshooting of the Legislature’s software applications with a focus on high availability, performance and scalability;
- Creating documentation of work performed in the IT Service Management Tool (ITSM);
- Maintaining and updating unit-wide runbooks to reflect evolving technologies and solutions;
- Mentoring and guiding junior Software Engineers in development practices by reviewing code, pair programming, providing architectural input and offering constructive feedback;
- Participating in technical projects within the Software Engineering group, including the design, development and implementation of in-house software and applications;
- Assisting with evaluating solutions for technical debt, interoperability, API compatibility and long-term maintainability prior to integration into the LCB ecosystem;
- Ensuring software security is adhering to Information Security Officer standards;
- Participating in quality assurance methodologies using unit tests, CI/CD and task lists to ensure software meets the highest quality standards before deployment;
- Ensuring the reliable operation of technology systems during live public meetings, hearings and other events;
- Collaborating with LCB units and divisions to provide consistent, seamless IT services, technology solutions and user experiences;
- Supporting ITS initiatives and projects by assisting cross-functional teams, as needed; and
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: The IT Professional IV – Software Engineer will be selected with special preference given to the candidate’s training, experience and aptitude in the field of software engineering or development. A qualified applicant must have: (1) a valid driver’s license; (2) a high school diploma/GED; and (3) at least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in software engineering. A combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements may be considered. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field of work, or possession of a valid Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP), Professional Software Developer Certification (PSD), Certified Software Engineer (CSE) or equivalent certification may reduce the required experience by up to 3 years.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Expertise in delivering exceptional customer service to end users from diverse backgrounds and skill levels;
- Experience creating interactive user interfaces using Blazor and ensuring seamless experience across all browsers using HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript;
- Experience with creation and administration of large organizational web application technologies, such as ASP.NET, C#, .NET, Python, JavaScript, VB and .NET Core;
- Proficiency with CI/CD and source control management utilizing Git;
- The ability to analyze LCB needs to design, develop and modify mission-critical applications;
- Experience working on highly visible complex software engineering projects that require high availability;
- Experience in the design and implementation of RESTful APIs and microservices architectures, ensuring system high availability across the LCB infrastructure;
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to work both independently and with a team;
- Experience transitioning legacy applications to modern frameworks;
- Understanding of the design, development, implementation and day-to-day operation of software systems;
- Experience with ITSM platforms, such as HaloPSA/HaloITSM, ServiceDesk, Notion and Azure DevOps;
- Expertise in development within both web and client/server environments;
- Expertise in Software Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) such as Visual Studio;
- Experience working with Content Management Systems (CMS) within a complex organization;
- Understanding of automated and manual accessibility tools;
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite and general operation of common office equipment such as scanners, multi-function copiers, telephones and printers;
- The ability to support and maintain legacy web and client/server applications; and
- The ability to lift and move medium to large items weighing up to 40 pounds, without assistance, employing proper safety techniques.
Salary: The annual salary for this position is based upon a Grade 42, which has a salary range of $87,570 to $131,711 under the employee/employer paid retirement option. An employer-paid contribution plan is also available with a reduced salary in lieu of an employee contribution. Actual starting salary will be based on experience.
Benefits: The benefits include the accrual of paid annual leave and sick leave, health insurance and membership in the state’s retirement plan. For additional information on the retirement options and benefits, please visit the Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada. For a description of the current health, dental and vision benefits, please visit the Nevada Public Employees’ Benefits Program. Other optional benefits are also available, including a deferred compensation program.
Working Conditions: The work is performed in a typical office environment. Overtime may be required during legislative sessions and certain other periods as necessary to meet the demands of the Legislature. When overtime is worked, the IT Professional IV – Software Engineer may earn compensatory time that may be taken at a later date or be paid for overtime, consistent with the LCB Rules and Policies and subject to budgetary limits. Infrequent travel may be required between Carson City and Las Vegas, Nevada. Such travel may be outside normal business hours.
Application Process: All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications may apply by submitting a LCB Employment Application, cover letter and current resume through our online portal, via[ZT1] email to [email protected] or by mail to:
Legislative Counsel Bureau
Attn: Human Resources
401 S. Carson Street
Carson City, Nevada 89701-4747
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and the application period will remain open until the position is filled. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. Hiring may occur at any time during the recruitment process.
The successful candidate must undergo a background check.
The Legislative Counsel Bureau is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, domestic partnership, political affiliation, genetic information, or compensation history, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Legislative Counsel Bureau will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics, nor will it tolerate unlawful retaliation. Applicants may contact [email protected] to request reasonable accommodations to participate in the hiring process and will not be disqualified from consideration based upon such requests.
Pay: $87,570.00 - $131,711.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
