Web & SQL Developer

Company Description

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What We Offer:

Impact - The work you do here matters to millions.

Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it?

Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.

Benefits - We care about your well being.

The Office of Innovation & Technology (OIT) is the central IT agency for the City of Philadelphia headed by the Chief Information Officer (CIO). OIT oversees all major information and communications technology initiatives for the City of Philadelphia - increasing the effectiveness of the information technology infrastructure, where the services provided are advanced, optimized, and responsive to the needs of the City of Philadelphia’s businesses, residents, and visitors. OIT responsibilities include: identifying the most effective approach for implementing new information technology directions throughout city government; improving the value of the city’s technology assets and the return on the city’s technology investments; ensuring data security continuity; planning for continuing operations in the event of disruption of information technology or communications services; and supporting accountable, efficient and effective government across every city department, board, commission and agency.

Job Description

The Office of Human Resources (OHR) IT unit is responsible for supporting OHR’s mission of collaborating with client departments to deliver quality customer service. This position will be a member of a small team that supports existing and evolving applications using HTML, ASP, XML, SQL, MS Access, Excel, and various Reporting tools. Applications are both web applications and client server deployed. Support for off-the-shelf software is also required, as well as the development of new applications.

Essential Functions

Participate as a team member to support and facilitate the use of applications in the department which includes understanding Human Resources operations

Work closely with the project team members to develop quality documentation and test plans

Develop or maintain efficient HR Websites, queries, scripts, macros, views and other methods requests

Demonstrated ability to learn new software and/or technologies and determine appropriate uses based on user requirements

Develop and optimize complex HR reporting needs using Web based methodologies, existing EiS and/or OBIEE reporting tools, and/or MS/Oracle SQL reporting tools in multiple database environments

Work well with Office of Human Resources (OHR), Office of Innovation and Technology (OIT) resources and other departments on inter-departmental tasks and projects

Gather user requirements and develop applications, Web based, and otherwise

Help coordinate the implementation of short- and long-term projects, objectives, policies and procedures for the production and maintenance of all application development related issues

Follow SDLC methodology including requirements gathering, solution architecture, coding, and testing

Review code and high-level designs by other team members to ensure that strategic objectives and business needs are met

Proactively identify application inefficiencies and propose solutions

Identify, create, and maintain development frameworks and code libraries

Create prototypes and functional specifications for application development projects

Work closely with the team members and QA analysts to develop quality assurance documentation and test plans

Work closely with production support and help desk staff to develop operating documentation.

Make suggestions on creating technical standards for specific applications and the City as a whole

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Apply application development standards and best practices

Understand application and network architecture

Reliably deliver work of the highest standards on time

Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

Interpret a variety of instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form and communicate them effectively

Include documentation both external to, and internal to, applications

Document code or processes written by other programmers or vendors

Diagnose and communicate software & hardware issues, suggest fixes, as appropriate to vendors

Upgrade or repurpose existing applications & equipment

Demonstrate exemplary communication skills with management, administrative and technical staff

Working Knowledge of:

HTML, ASP, XML, C-Sharp, JavaScript, PHP, CSS

PeopleAdmin, Testing Software i.e. Sigma, Scantron

Client Server architecture & Web architecture, including Web services

SQL, stored procedures and efficient use of SQL query language, and scheduled jobs.

Microsoft tools, VB, MS Access coding a plus

Network Administration, Active Directory, Desktop Services, Hardware & Software configurations

LAN / WAN support knowledge

Qualifications

Required:

Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree program at an accredited college or university that includes major course work in computer sciences, management information systems or a related field

2-3 years of experience with Human Resources Systems including configurations, customizations – Preferably with Web/SQL development and interfacing with HR systems

2-3 years of programming experience with HTML, ASP JavaScript,, XML, MS Access, SQL, PL/SQL or similar products

2-3 years of experience with HR based reporting tools or Data Warehouse knowledge such as EiS, Report Writer, Cognos, OBIEE, similar transaction based / data warehousing and reporting tools

Working with a team in a knowledge sharing environment

Additional Information

Salary Range: $80,000 - $87,000

Starting salary to be determined based on experience and qualifications.

All applications should include the following:

Cover Letter clarifying your interest and qualifications for the role.

Resume

We won’t accept or review incomplete applications.

Work Setting: in-person (onsite)

Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee:

We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents

Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan

Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Generous retirement savings options are available

Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.

Enjoy a Free Commute on SEPTA - Starting September 1, 2023, eligible City employees will no longer have to worry about paying for SEPTA public transportation. Whether you're a full-time, part-time, or provisional employee, you can seize the opportunity to sign up for the SEPTA Key Advantage Program and receive free Key cards for free rides on SEPTA buses, trains, trolleys, and regional rails.

Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!

Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.