Software Development Specialist 4 (20017861)

Work Location TBD Requires extensive technical knowledge of software development and receives general direction to provide solution designs and collaborates with IT Architecture staff and IT Managers to develop solutions that meet agency requirementsAssists in analyzing the business case for solution designs and contributes to authoring portions of the business caseUtilizes software development tools and languages such as React, Redux, Angular, .NET, .NET Core, C#, Azure cloud computing tools, Microsoft SQL (newer versions), Azure SQL, SQL stored procedures and viewsUpdates skills through training and hands-on experience with Azure Pipelines, cloud storage, and Microsoft full-stack developmentServes as a senior developer, mentoring team members and ensuring project timelines are met; ensures current and future business process flows are defined and documentedEnsures current and future business process flows are clearly defined and documentedConducts in-depth alternative analyses and identifies end-user requirementsConsults with end-users, technicians, vendors, management, and other stakeholdersLeads design reviews and provides post-production support for applications of varying size, scope, and impact on agency operations, including considerations for load balancing, failover, and clusteringDevelops solutions to complex issues through independent research; tracks and verifies code releases to UAT and production environmentsPlans and conducts formal mentorship activities for peers and junior staff through verbal instruction and technical documentation and collaborates with IT Managers to develop project plansResponsible for editing or creating enterprise or IT artifacts for recommendation and approval, including policies, procedures, standards, guidelines, best practices, and position papersResponsible for seeking to build expertise in leading complex initiatives and understanding organizational improvement frameworksWorks closely with IT Architecture staff, the CIO, and IT Managers to design solutions aligned with agency goals.Develops pass/fail testing criteria and assesses overall system performance, including code optimization and resolution of software/hardware conflictsOversees performance and load testing, finalizes implementation plans, procedures, and schedulesConducts lessons learned sessions from a testing perspective and coordinates improvements to enterprise testing processes Responsible for understanding technical environments and their impact on software execution and identifying environmental components that require reviewPerforms code reviews to ensure quality and compliance with standards.Attends meetings, training, and conferencesMay be required to deliver presentations and conduct training sessionsResponds to questions and concerns both verbally and in writing Participates in special projects and committees as assigned 60 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: providing solutions design, developing project plans with project manager or recommending approach through defining tasks and/or leading meetings relating to programs for computer applications including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology as specified by the agency position description & job posting. Or completion of associate core program in computer science or information systems; 42 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: providing solutions design, developing project plans with project manager or recommending approach through defining tasks and/or leading meetings relating to programs for computer applications including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology as specified by the agency position description & job posting.Or completion of undergraduate core program in computer science or information systems; 36 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: providing solutions design, developing project plans with project manager or recommending approach through defining tasks and/or leading meetings relating to programs for computer applications including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology as specified by the agency position description & job posting.Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above. Note: The official position description on file with the designated agency is to reflect the required, primary technology directly relating to the duties of the position. only those applicants possessing the experience in the required, primary technology listed in the position description & job posting are to be considered for any vacancies posted. The job posting must list the required technology commensurate with the position in question. Job Skills: Software Development/Implementation Organization Rehabilitation & Correction - Operation Support Center Agency Contact Name and Information vlora.mcafee@drc.ohio.gov Unposting Date Oct 13, 2026, 11:59:00 PM Primary Location United States of America-OHIO Compensation $ 46.00 Schedule Full-time Work Hours 40 Classified Indicator Classified Union OCSEA Technical Skills Application Design, Gap Analysis, Programming, Technical Documentation, Software development/implementation Professional Skills Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Customer Focus, Problem Solving, Written Communication Primary Technology Microsoft .Net Environment Agency Overview Who We Are… Guided by a single mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others. What We Do… The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe, secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members of our communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future. To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.drc.ohio.gov Are You Ready? We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt, this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work you’ll ever find with a work family that is second to none!