Associate Applications Developer Jobs in Columbia, MO

Job Location: This position will be located at 832 Weathered Rock Ct, Jefferson City MO 65101
Why you'll love this position:
Position is accountable for applying and using experience in the field of application development and support to write and modify code, test, debug, document, and implement software applications. Performs moderately complex assignments that may require the development of new or improved applications, processes, or techniques. Assignments may involve integration of third-party applications. Acts with independence and may be accountable for a significant portion of a large project/enhancement.
Perform complex assignments often requiring the development of new or improved applications, processes, or techniques.
Serve as a member of project teams on major information technology projects.
Review, evaluate, and improve existing applications; Recommend changes to existing applications.
Assist in or lead the programming of large complex problems.
Consult with end users of existing and new applications to determine needs. Communicate changes to stakeholders in a timely and accurate manner. Accountable for application security, validation, evaluation, and implementation.
Create clear, concise technical documentation. Prepare procedural manuals for operational systems.
Play an active role in achieving department objectives and goals.
Prepare the logical interface between related programs.
Organize information into accessible work files.
Stay informed of topics related to the health insurance, HIPAA security, and the Information Technology industry.
Consult vendors on hardware and software needs/issues, making recommendations to the Director of Information Technology.
Perform other related duties as needed or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Working knowledge of the general operating principles and capabilities of information technology equipment and methods.
Knowledge of office procedures and processes, and of techniques involved in their analysis, adaptation and programming for conversion to information technology.
Knowledge of methods and procedures of accounting, mathematics, statistics, economics and other appropriate substantive areas as applied to the use of information technology.
Skill in inductive and deductive reasoning and ability to understand and follow complex instructions.
Ability to think logically, interpret procedural problems of average complexity in both written and graphic form and translate into computer language.
Ability to analyze operations and to organize their component parts into a logical system.
Must possess a thorough understanding of application development methodologies.
Ability to evaluate and make recommendations of RFPs for hardware and software.
Proven ability to communicate and deliver results.
Ability to serve as a productive team member and the ability to demonstrate a professional and positive attitude while establishing and maintaining excellent working relationships with MCHCP management, staff and members, health plan representatives as well as other outside agencies/contractors and general public.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of all MCHCP information and records in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other applicable laws and regulations.
Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures; and ability to prioritize, organize and perform work independently and under pressure.
Ability to project a professional image through oral and written communication and appearance.
Excellent work history and attendance record required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in computer information systems, computer science, business administration or closely related field preferred and 2-5 years of information technology experience with emphasis in applications development and support. May consider associate degree with directly related experience or combination of extensive work experience and related college course work in lieu of 4-year college degree.
Requires experience in ASP.NET/VB.NET or closely related programming methodologies, and version control using GIT or similar tools. Additional knowledge of MS-SQL database administration is helpful.
Prefer specialized experience in the areas of application development, support, database, business, and/or systems analysis.
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.