• Develops detailed computer programs, systems, and processes related to City government and electric or water utilities.
• Develops complex computer programs, systems, and processes using MSSQL or Oracle databases and the City's developer tool(s).
• Tests, analyzes, and maintains assigned computer programs, systems, and processes.
• Reviews assigned programs, systems, and processes to ensure their correctness.
• Maintains necessary records and prepares reports and documentation.
• Supports industry-standard approaches to IT development, deployment, and risk mitigation.
• Supports continued IT process improvement through the use of standardized industry models and competencies.
• Must be able to attend meetings at locations other than primary work location.
• May be required to work alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department. 
• Position is designated as Mission Critical.

• May direct lower-level programmers in planning, designing, modifying or installing systems.
• Performs related work as required.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Business Administration, Computer Science, or a closely related field 
• Two (2) years of responsible experience in management information systems, including computer programming and system design.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Computer Science, or a closely related field 
• Four (4) years of responsible experience in management information systems, including computer programming and system design. 
• Four (4) years of experience in programming with GUI/Windows-type development tools. 
• Six (6) months of team leadership experience.

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must maintain a valid telephone number.

• Extensive knowledge of two (2) or more current computer programming languages currently used by the City. 
• Knowledge of standard software packages and computer hardware. 
• Working knowledge of UNIX/Linux or Windows.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to develop computer processes using GUI developer tools with Oracle databases and SQL server.
• Ability to work within the principles, practices, and project management techniques.
• Ability to work within the industry standards for IT development and deployment.
• Ability to learn the operation of the City, including the various departments and their functions.
• Ability to stay abreast of new technology and apply it to meet the City's future needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with other technical staff members and users.
• Ability to interact and maintain effective relationships with supervisors, subordinates, and other employees to accomplish the required tasks.
• Ability to apply the appropriate programming language to solve the City's need.
• Ability to be a self-starter with a strong willingness to learn in a challenging work environment.

• Highly Skilled in ASP.NET Core MVC development using C#.
• Thorough Knowledge and skills in JavaScript development.
• Thorough Knowledge and skills in CSS development and Responsive Design.
• Thorough Knowledge of developing Web Services/APIs.
• Knowledge and experience using Azure Cloud Services.
• Knowledge and experience using WCAG 2.0.
• Knowledge and experiencing using Business Intelligence and Artificial Intelligence. 
• Knowledge and experience using MSSQL 2017 or higher.

• Requires sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time, exerting up to 10 pounds of force regularly, and routine keyboard operations.
• The job risks exposure to bright/dim lights with no significant environmental hazards.
• The job requires normal visual acuity, field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception.

All City of Lakeland positions are subject to testing (e.g. written, oral, performance, computerized, interview, and/or any combination). Candidates selected for testing will be notified via email or telephone. Please check your e-mail and telephone messages regularly, including "junk" folders. Test times and locations to be announced.

THE CITY OF LAKELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER AND A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE