.Net Developer, Bureau of Application Development and Database Administration

OPEN TO PERMANENT COMPUTER SYSTEMS MANAGERS AND QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO ARE REACHABLE ON THE CIVIL SERVICE LIST, EXAM # 4035, ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY. The nation's leading local health department is actively searching for an enthusiastic and dynamic Application Developer. This individual will become part of an innovative technology team that has received awards and is dedicated to transforming public health information technology. The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) leverages cutting-edge technologies and enterprise-wide application solutions to pioneer initiatives aimed at enhancing the well-being of New Yorkers and optimizing DOHMH's operational efficiency. The Bureau of Application Development & Database Administration is committed to providing high quality, customized software business solutions and database administration/advisory services that aligns with the agency's strategic goals and public health vision to "Promote and Protect the City's Health." Together we can make a difference in the health of all New Yorkers. ?Application Development: Our standard development platform is Microsoft .NET for web and desktop applications, Microsoft Xamarin for cross-platform mobile development, and Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) for data integration. We utilize stable and proven technologies, methodologies, and frameworks to develop high-quality software business solutions and data integrations. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO: Application Development Expertise: Demonstrate proficiency in application development, with hands-on experience in creating software solutions using various programming languages and technologies. Stay up to date with the latest trends and best practices in application development to ensure the delivery of high-quality applications. Web-Based Application Development: Apply web-based application development concepts and frameworks, including JSP, Struts, Spring, and Web Services, to create robust and user-friendly applications. Develop web applications that are responsive, secure, and capable of handling concurrent users. Architectural Vision and Problem Solving: Provide an architectural vision for projects, conduct research, and integrate design strategies to address complex challenges at the enterprise level. Solve problems proactively, optimizing application performance and ensuring scalability. System Specification and Modification: Review and develop detailed system specifications, ensuring they meet business requirements. Modify existing applications to accommodate changing business needs, making sure they remain efficient and reliable. Scalable and Extendable Solutions: Implement high-quality, scalable, and extendable software solutions that can adapt to evolving business demands. Employ best practices for code structure, design patterns, and performance optimization. End-to-End Software Development: Work collaboratively on projects, starting from high-level requirements and progressing through detailed specifications, prototyping, software development, deployment, and system administration. Ensure that the entire software development lifecycle is effectively managed and executed. Specific Project Development: Contribute to the development of specific projects or systems, tailoring your application development skills to meet the unique requirements of each project. Ensure that the applications developed are reliable, secure, and aligned with project objectives. **IMPORTANT NOTES TO ALL CANDIDATES: Please note: If you are called for an interview you will be required to bring to your interview copies of original documentation, such as: - A document that establishes identity for employment eligibility, such as: A Valid U.S. Passport, Permanent Resident Card/Green Card, or Driver’s license. - Proof of Education according to the education requirements of the civil service title. - Current Resume - Proof of Address/NYC Residency dated within the last 60 days, such as: Recent Utility Bill (i.e. Telephone, Cable, Mobile Phone) Additional documentation may be required to evaluate your qualification as outlined in this posting’s “Minimum Qualification Requirements” section. Examples of additional documentation may be, but not limited to: college transcript, experience verification or professional trade licenses. If after your interview you are the selected candidate you will be contacted to schedule an on-boarding appointment. By the time of this appointment you will be asked to produce the originals of the above documents along with your original Social Security card. **LOAN FORGIVENESS As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at StudentAid.gov/PSLF. "FINAL APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET APPROVAL” Why you should work for us: - Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/) - Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as: o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund. o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. o a tax-deferred savings program and o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers. - Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home. - Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work. Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise. Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers! Commitment to Equity: The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer 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, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at [email protected] or 347-396-6549. COMPUTER SYSTEMS MANAGER - 1005D 1. A master's degree in computer science from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of progressively more responsible, full-time, satisfactory experience in Information Technology (IT) including applications development, systems development, data communications and networking, database administration, data processing, or user services. At least eighteen (18) months of this experience must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity in the areas of applications development, systems development, data communications and networking, database administration, data processing or in the supervision of staff performing these duties; or 2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of progressively more responsible, full-time, satisfactory experience as described in "1" above; or 3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, and six (6) years of progressively more responsible, full-time, satisfactory experience as described in "1" above; or 4. A satisfactory combination of education and experience equivalent to "1", "2" or "3" above. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and must possess at least three (3) years of experience as described in "1" above, including the eighteen (18) months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience as described in "1" above. In the absence of a baccalaureate degree, undergraduate credits may be substituted for a maximum of two (2) years of the required experience in IT on the basis of 30 semester credits for six (6) months of the required experience. Graduate credits in computer science may be substituted for a maximum of one (1) year of the required experience in IT on the basis of 30 graduate semester credits in computer science for one (1) year of the required IT experience. However, undergraduate and/or graduate credits may not be substituted for the eighteen (18) months of experience in an administrative, managerial, executive, or supervisory capacity as described in "1" above. The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer 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, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.