Computer Tech Jobs in Wyoming (NOW HIRING)

Description and Functions Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Join the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services and help develop the technology solutions that support the State's Unemployment Insurance Program. As an Application Developer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, testing, implementing, and maintaining critical applications and database systems that serve Wyoming employers, claimants, and agency staff. Working as part of a collaborative Information Technology team in Casper, Wyoming, you will develop and support enterprise applications using Java, SQL, Angular, Microsoft SQL Server, and related technologies.

Your work will directly contribute to the reliability, security, and efficiency of systems that deliver essential services to Wyoming residents and businesses. In this role, you will participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, application design, coding, testing, implementation, documentation, troubleshooting, and ongoing system support. You will work closely with fellow developers, business staff, and contractors to enhance existing systems, develop new solutions, maintain database infrastructure, and ensure applications meet evolving program and regulatory requirements.

This position offers the opportunity to expand your technical expertise across a diverse technology stack that includes Microsoft SQL Server, Angular, Eclipse, Git, Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating systems, and business intelligence and reporting tools. Success in this role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to developing high-quality solutions that support the mission of Wyoming's Unemployment Insurance Program. If you enjoy technology, collaboration, and creating solutions that make a meaningful impact on public service, this position offers an excellent opportunity to build your career while serving the citizens of Wyoming.

This position will be expected to work in person from the Casper, WY UI IT Office. Casper is home to iconic landscapes waiting to be explored, touchable history waiting to be experienced, amazing food waiting to be devoured, and endless things to do around every corner. Discover why some things can't be explained, only experienced, that's WY.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future Flexible schedules and work-life balance options Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE. Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package.

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary. Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov Human Resource Contact: 307-473-3270 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level. Enhance custom software by altering existing program code to meet new State or Federal mandates or to allow for new functionality that would make the software more efficient for the user community; work to meet deadlines to ensure no functionality is lost when integrating new code; review users' work patterns and customer needs to provide new software development ideas

Maintain, support, enhance, and update existing web-based applications for the Unemployment Insurance and Employment Tax Divisions by keeping software applications up-to-date with security standards, notifying key personnel of downtime, and training users on the proper use of custom software. Develop new and enhance existing documentation of the systems currently in use by the agency; work in tandem with business users to ensure desk manuals are current and meet the agency's needs. Perform, outline, and test strategies, including regression testing; alter database design and schemas to align with new and changing application development.

Qualifications KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of current application development methodologies and languages, including Java and Structured Query Language (SQL). Knowledge of Extensible Markup Language (XML) and HyperText Markup Language (HTML). Knowledge of JavaScript.

Knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server. Knowledge of Windows Server and Personal Computer Workstations. Ability to solve problems relating to software development.

Knowledge of project management concepts. Skills in written and verbal communication. Knowledge of website design technologies and techniques.

Knowledge of relational database concepts and design. Ability to manage numerous high-priority tasks and expectations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Computer Technology) Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Computer Technology) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Computer Technology Business Applications Specialist I OR Education & Experience Substitution: 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Computer Technology) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Computer Technology Business Applications Specialist I Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None Necessary Special Requirements NOTES: FLSA: Non-Exempt The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.

Former State of Wyoming employees who are rehired within 31 days from their previous employment will be required to reimburse the State of Wyoming for all Vacation and Sick leave compensation received upon separation. For the Veteran's preference consideration, supporting documentation must accompany your application. Offers of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Interviews will be held in person at 444 W. Collins Dr., Casper, WY 82601 Supplemental Information Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure. Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.