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Requisition No: 882351 

Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services

Working Title: APPLICATION SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER II - 42003925 1 1

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 42003925 

Salary:  $47,668.14 - $65,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 08/29/2026 

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APPLICATION SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER II
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES
OFFICE OF AGRICULTURE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

***STATE PERSONNEL SYSTEM OPPORTUNITY--
ONLY CURRENT STATE PERSONNEL SYSTEM
EMPLOYEES WILL BE CONSIDERED.***

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A high school diploma or its equivalent and seven (7) years of experience in computer systems analysis and/or computer programming, two (2) years of which must have been in systems programming; or
Completion of a one-year program of study from a vocational/technical school in an area of data processing (excluding data entry) can substitute for one (1) year of the required experience; or
Five (5) years of experience in computer systems analysis and/or computer programming, two (2) years of which must have been in systems programming and either (1) completion of a 720 classroom hour program of study from a vocational/technical school or accredited community college in an area of data processing (excluding data entry), or (2) 60 semester or 90 quarter hours of college course work from an accredited institution which includes four courses in computer science or management information systems.
A bachelor's degree (4 years) from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of experience in computer systems analysis and/or computer programming, two (2) years of which must have been in systems programming; or
A bachelor's degree (4 years) from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the computer sciences or management information systems and three (3) years of experience in computer systems analysis, and/or computer programming, two (2) years of which must have been in systems programming; or
A master's degree (6 years) from an accredited college or university in one of the computer sciences or management information systems and two (2) years of experience in systems programming; or
A doctorate (8 years) from an accredited college or university in one of the computer sciences or management information systems and one (1) year of experience in systems programming.
EDUCATIONAL NOTE: Graduates utilizing education attained in the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position will not be appointed until verification of the applicable degree has been obtained. Foreign trained graduates utilizing a degree attained outside of the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position must be prepared to provide a copy of a credential evaluation conducted by an Approved Credential Evaluation Agency.  A list of approved agencies can be viewed at "Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies, Florida Department of Education." Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies (fldoe.org) 

***ATTENTION CANDIDATES***

To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:

• All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
• Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
• Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.
  

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

NOTES:
To maintain fairness and integrity, applicants are required to provide honest and authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and selection process. Applicants must rely on their own personal knowledge, thoughts, and impressions. A candidate's use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews will be taken into consideration when determining qualification for the position.
Successful applicant must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.
JOB DUTIES:
This position resides within the Office of Agriculture Technology Services and reports to the Information Technology Business Consultant Manager - SES. The role is responsible for the design, development, administration, and support of enterprise applications, cloud platforms, collaboration systems, and automation tools used throughout the Department. This position oversees SharePoint Online, Microsoft Power Platform, Azure DevOps, GitHub, and AI enabled systems to support efficient, secure, and modern service delivery. The incumbent collaborates with program areas, business stakeholders, and technical teams to implement solutions that improve workflows, enhance data access, automate processes, and strengthen the Department's digital capability. The position requires strong technical expertise, effective communication skills, and the ability to lead or support complex technological initiatives across the agency.
Enterprise Application, Cloud, and SharePoint/Power Platform Development
Leads and supports the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise applications using Microsoft .NET, SharePoint Online, Power Apps, Power Automate, and related Microsoft 365 technologies. Oversees site architecture, configuration, SPFx components, and integration with enterprise systems. Develops low code and no code solutions to enhance business operations.
Platform Administration (SharePoint Online, Power Platform, Azure DevOps, GitHub)
Administers and governs SharePoint Online, Microsoft Power Platform environments, Data Loss Prevention policies, connectors, permissions, Azure DevOps, and GitHub enterprise repositories. Manages pipelines, branching strategies, automated deployments, and lifecycle management. Ensures platform security, compliance, and adherence to agency standards.
AI Adoption and Intelligent Automation
Leads initiatives to adopt artificial intelligence technologies including Microsoft Copilot, Azure AI Services, large language models, and predictive analytics tools. Designs and maintains AI enabled automations and enhances business processes with intelligent workflows. Evaluates new AI capabilities for departmental application.
Virtual Agent and Chatbot Development
Designs, develops, and maintains virtual agents using Microsoft Copilot Studio or similar tools. Creates conversation flows, integrates APIs and data sources, ensures accessibility compliance, and continuously monitors and optimizes virtual agent performance.
Business Analysis, Requirements, and Stakeholder Collaboration
Collaborates with stakeholders and IT leadership to understand business requirements and define solution approaches. Produces written deliverables including process diagrams, functional and technical specifications, test plans, training materials, and documentation for enterprise applications.
Standards, Governance, and Training
Develops and maintains agency standards, governance practices, and configuration guidelines for SharePoint Online, Microsoft 365, Power Platform, CI/CD systems, and AI enabled technologies. Conducts training, workshops, and presentations to promote consistent use and understanding across divisions.
Perform related work as required, including, but not limited to, participation in emergency response activities, on call rotations, cross functional initiatives, and other tasks that support the mission of the Office of Agriculture Technology Services. This position must also adhere to the policies and procedures of the Department's Information Resource Security Program and allocate time as requested for Disaster Recovery activities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 enterprise services including SharePoint Online and Power Platform components (Power Apps, Power Automate, governance).
• Knowledge of .NET development and enterprise application design principles.
• Knowledge of Azure DevOps and GitHub workflows, pipelines, and source control.
• Knowledge of business and technical analysis, including workflow evaluation and process design.
• Knowledge of project management principles and practices.
• Skill in implementing, configuring, and supporting Microsoft cloud solutions (SharePoint Online,
• Power Platform, Azure DevOps).
• Skill in application development using Microsoft technologies (.NET, JavaScript/TypeScript, APIs).
• Skill in designing and developing AIenabled automations, machine-learningaugmented workflows, and intelligent business processes.
• Skill in troubleshooting complex technical issues across multiple platforms.
• Ability to collect, evaluate, and analyze information to develop recommendations and solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to optimize business processes using automation, standardization, and continuous improvement methods.
  

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck.  The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please visit www.myfrs.com;)
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the "Total Compensation Estimator Tool" located above under the "Posting Closing Date."
SPECIAL NOTES:

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.