Mobile Application Developer Jobs in Nevada (NOW HIRING)

Description Join the City of Reno and become part of an amazing team that strives every day to make our community a place we are all proud to call home. The ideal candidate for this position will be interested in supporting technology solutions that help the Public Works department operate efficiently and provide essential services to the community. The ideal candidate will have significant IT experience in a sewer SCADA environment and strong proficiency in supporting Operational Technology (OT) systems.

As a Systems Analyst, the selected individual will support software applications, databases, reporting tools, and information systems while providing day-to-day operational support for the Sewer SCADA infrastructure. This includes troubleshooting SCADA and OT related issues, coordinating with field and plant operations staff, maintaining system reliability, and ensuring secure and resilient integration between OT and IT environments. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of technology initiatives in a collaborative team setting.

The ideal candidate will contribute to application enhancements, systems maintenance, documentation, testing, and technical support while helping the department adapt to evolving technology and infrastructure needs-particularly within mission critical sewer and utility operations. We currently have one vacancy in the Department of Information Technology in which hiring will begin immediately following the close of this recruitment. This recruitment will also establish a list for future vacancies, which will be filled as they occur.

This is both an internal and external recruitment to provide a promotional opportunity for all qualified current classified City of Reno employees and an open competitive opportunity for all other qualified applicants. The City of Reno is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone. This commitment is an integral part of our efforts to ensure that we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves the community of Reno.

Examples of Essential Functions Perform professional level information systems analysis duties in the development, installation and maintenance of software applications. Design and prepare test data and perform proper testing of computer programs; consult with staff and end-users to ensure programs meet specifications and expectations. Develop scripts and codes to prototype alternative access to relational databases.

Develop custom reports from relational databases using various report writers. Respond to requests from users regarding system operations or hardware and software problems; modify program coding, provide solutions to operational problems or refer users to appropriate staff member. Provide user training for applicable software applications; develop user training manuals and written standards and procedures; update and maintain user and training manuals as needed.

Provide supplementary support and security for various application servers on the City's database. Administer local area network systems in assigned area; purchase, install, monitor and problem solve file servers, personal computers, peripheral equipment and related software. Analyze, install, maintain, and develop requirements for software applications; troubleshoot and rectify software problems; evaluate new software/hardware and recommend changes as needed; prepare and update user manuals and system documentation.

Contact vendors for components, technical reference and/or services required for network expansion and maintenance. Manage, track, and maintain citywide software inventory and licenses. May provide department-specific technology, network, and communications support to a City department.

Perform related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications The following minimum qualifications are required to be met at the time of application.* Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in computer science, information systems or a related field. *Each full year of application programming and/or systems analysis work experience beyond the one year requirement will be substituted for one year of the required education (30 semester or 45 quarter hour credits)

Experience: One year of application programming and/or systems analysis experience. License: Valid driver's license. **Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.** Supplemental Information To Apply: Submit your completed application and all additional information/documentation requested online at www.reno.gov/jobs by July 12, 2026 at 11:59 p.m

PT. If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to complete an online application submittal include: the City of Reno City Hall 2nd floor computer kiosk or Civil Service Office, any Nevada Job Connect location, local libraries, or educational facilities. If you are having difficulty logging into your governmentjobs.com profile, please call the applicant support line at 855-524-5627

Application Preparation: A complete application is required, including detailed work experience and education. Resumes may be submitted as supplemental information but will not be reviewed when determining minimum qualifications. Examination Process: Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire.

The examination will consist of online assessments which includes a Cognitive Abilities Test and an Employee Personality Profile; along with a Training and Experience evaluation (T&E) weighted as follows: Training & Experience Evaluation (T&E) = 70% Cognitive Abilities Test = 30% Employee Personality Profile = Informational purposes only Online Assessment Details: Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the online assessments once the recruitment has closed. These tests will be self-administered with no proctor, which means candidates will be able to complete them online at their convenience during the designated testing window. The instructions and guidelines will be emailed to qualified applicants after the recruitment closes on July 12, 2026.

Please make sure to check for emails around this time, including your spam folder so that you do not miss this testing opportunity. All assessments must be completed within the designated testing window to move forward in the hiring process. Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) Details: The T&E examination consists of a Supplemental Questionnaire.

The questions may be viewed online under the tab marked "QUESTIONS" on the job announcement page. The T&E must be submitted online at the time of application. Responses to your T&E questions should be consistent with the information given in your application details.

Answers are subject to verification. Failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score; therefore, it is advantageous for you to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. In order to receive credit for education or training, you must attach copies of your transcripts, diploma, or relevant certificates to your online application.

Resumes or questionnaires uploaded as attachments to the application will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question online. "See Resume" or "See above," etc., are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Changes or corrections to your responses cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted

TIP: It may be more efficient to develop your responses in a word processing document and then paste them into the online questionnaire to be submitted. Notification: Applicants are notified by email of their examination results. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications will also be notified within two weeks of the job posting closing.

We highly recommend opting in to receive text message notifications. Follow-up text messages may include updates about your application, next steps, and interviews. If you haven't opted in before, the option will appear before you submit your application.

If you've previously opted in or out, you can update your choice anytime in account settings in your governmentjobs.com profile. Testing Accommodation: We strive to ensure equal access for all individuals. If you require an accommodation due to a disability, you must inform the Chief Examiner by completing the Accommodation Request Form by the closing date of this announcement

All requests will be handled with confidentiality and respect. Contact Information: Reports (Rule XV, Section 2) Applicants are responsible for keeping the Reno Civil Service Commission informed of their current contact information including phone number, email, and mailing address. Employee/Veteran Preference in the Event of Tie Scores: Open Competitive Examination (Rule VII, Section 7): In the event of tie scores, candidates will be provided a rank preference in the following order: City of Reno classified employees who are veterans City of Reno classified employees who are not veterans City of Reno non-classified employees and external candidates who are veterans This preference is only used to break ties.

Proof of honorable discharge must be submitted with the application. Promotional Examinations (Rule VIII, Section 7): If two or more employees earn the same final score (including seniority points), veterans' preference will be applied if any of the tied employees have submitted proof of an honorable military discharge. This preference is only used to break ties.

If a tie still remains, it will be broken based on seniority in the current classification. Proof of honorable discharge must be submitted with the application. Seniority Points: Seniority Credit (Rule VIII, Section 9): Classified employees of the City of Reno shall receive seniority credit computed by adding to a passing score as follows: The final ranking will include the applicable seniority points added to the overall grade of the examination process.

For each full year of continuous service completed, 0.2 points will be added up to a maximum of ten (10) years... 2 points will be the maximum. Appointment and Certification: Appointments to positions in the City's Civil Service system are made on the basis of examination

Scores resulting from a competitive examination are used in determining a person's rank on an eligible register. The department may hire any of the persons referred. The names of those persons not hired may be considered when the next vacancy occurs, for as long as that register is viable.

Probationary Period: Certification of Eligibles, Appointments, and Probation (Rule VII, Section 12) Classified employees who are newly hired, promoted, reclassified, transferred, or who voluntarily demote to a lower position are subject to a probation period. The only exception is if an employee chooses to voluntarily demote back to the exact job they previously held within 24 months of being promoted. Questions and Updates: Questions about the information on this announcement and updates to application information should be directed to Civil Service at (775) 334-2223 or civilservice@reno.gov

The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter.