What are the responsibilities and job description for the Programmer I position at Community College of Baltimore County?
Class Description
This entry-level position supports the development, maintenance, and operation of enterprise applications. The role focuses on learning software development life cycles, coding, testing, and documentation under supervision. The position requires collaborating with other Programming staff on projects.
Minimum Requirements
Associate’s degree in information technology and a minimum of two years of information technology experience or a Bachelor’s degree in information technology.
The candidate must have completed coursework in key web, programming and other technologies including SQL, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, Java , and Jouery. They must also have exposure to web server environments such as Apache, Tomcat, and IIS. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential to effectively collaborate with team members and address technical challenges.
Certifications are encouraged but not required for entry-level new hires. Certifications, listed in the College’s Programmer Certification Matrix, will be required for promotional opportunities, within the Programmer classification series. The College’s Programmer Certification Matrix is subject to change annually.
Mandatory Banner Module Training is required for all new hires regardless of placement level. All new hires must complete the assigned Banner module curriculum and assessment within six months of their start date. Successful completion is required for continued employment and is a condition of hire. All new hires will be assigned various technologies training including but not limited to: Linux/Unix, Oracle, Azure, Power Platform, Visual Basic, and Visual Studio.
Promotion and placement within the Programmer career ladder are guided by the most current College’s Programmer Certification Matrix. This matrix outlines recognized certifications and relevant experience benchmarks that support advancement through the Programmer I, Programmer II, Programmer-Analyst I, and Programmer-Analyst II roles. Candidates are encouraged to pursue certifications aligned with their current role and career goals. Certification status will be considered in hiring, promotion, and professional development decisions.
Class Specific Essential Duties
BENEFIT SUMMARYHealth and Medical
Emotional, drug/alcohol abuse treatment, both inpatient and outpatient, provided when pre-approved. Premium included in medical care plan.
Dental Benefits
Individual or Family Coverage. Employee pays a rate in multiples of $10,000 to a maximum of $300,000.
Long-Term Disability
Plan pays 60% of gross monthly salary after 90 consecutive days of absence. Employee pays 100% of premium.
Retirement Plans
Legal Resources is a pre-paid legal voluntary benefit for advice, consultation and representation for commonly used legal services.
Credit Union
First Financial Federal Credit Union membership available to employees.
Direct Deposit
It's convenient, safe, reliable and saves time. No waiting for your check on payday. The money is already in your account, whether you are at work or on vacation. Mandatory payroll direct deposit allows employees the control and flexibility of directing their pay to different accounts at any bank, in any location.
Work and FamilyEmployee Assistance Program (EAP): Cigna Behavioral
Free personal advocates assisting you and any household member to resolve any issues.
Paid Leave Benefits
Academic, Bereavement, Sick and Safe Leave, Jury Duty, Religious Holidays, Military Leave, Sabbatical, Personal, Vacation, and Holidays.
Tuition Assistance
Eligible full-time employees may qualify for waiver or reimbursement programs. Spouses and legal dependents up to age 22 are eligible for reimbursement with proof of successful completion and a C or better grade. Employee’s eligible for Tuition Assistance become eligible for the external Tuition reimbursement program the first semester after one calendar year of employment. Eligibility for waiver or reimbursement for CCBC courses begins after the completion of a 90 day probation for public safety and classified employees.
Academic Cash Award
Classified employees are eligible for a lump sum award of $500 for completion of an unduplicated college degree.
McDaniel College’s Educator’s Legacy Scholarship Program
CCBC is proud to offer an exciting new benefit to all benefits-eligible employees! Read more »
McDaniel College has extended its Educator’s Legacy Scholarship (ELS) program to CCBC benefits-eligible employees. CCBC is among the inaugural community college partners.
Children of ANY current full-time benefits-eligible CCBC employee with at least four years of continuous full-time employment are eligible to receive a scholarship valued at up to $100,000 over four (4) years.
The scholarship will first take effect in the fall semester. The CCBC Employee Benefits Team will provide verification of employment. Excellent teaching is McDaniel College's priority and its legacy. The College's expert faculty-mentors empower students to achieve their personal best, and many graduates go on to become top K-12 educators.
Since 2010, four of McDaniel's graduates were named state Teachers of the Year, including the 2011 National Teacher of the Year Michelle Shearer. McDaniel is ranked among Money Magazine's 50 Best Liberal Arts Colleges and offers more than 70 undergraduate programs of study. The personalized curriculum and student-faculty collaboration develop the unique potential in every student. McDaniel College welcomes the sons and daughters of CCBC employees!
Mandated Federal Benefits
Workers’ Compensation, Unemployment Insurance, Social Security.
For Your Convenience
This entry-level position supports the development, maintenance, and operation of enterprise applications. The role focuses on learning software development life cycles, coding, testing, and documentation under supervision. The position requires collaborating with other Programming staff on projects.
Minimum Requirements
Associate’s degree in information technology and a minimum of two years of information technology experience or a Bachelor’s degree in information technology.
The candidate must have completed coursework in key web, programming and other technologies including SQL, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, Java , and Jouery. They must also have exposure to web server environments such as Apache, Tomcat, and IIS. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential to effectively collaborate with team members and address technical challenges.
Certifications are encouraged but not required for entry-level new hires. Certifications, listed in the College’s Programmer Certification Matrix, will be required for promotional opportunities, within the Programmer classification series. The College’s Programmer Certification Matrix is subject to change annually.
Mandatory Banner Module Training is required for all new hires regardless of placement level. All new hires must complete the assigned Banner module curriculum and assessment within six months of their start date. Successful completion is required for continued employment and is a condition of hire. All new hires will be assigned various technologies training including but not limited to: Linux/Unix, Oracle, Azure, Power Platform, Visual Basic, and Visual Studio.
Promotion and placement within the Programmer career ladder are guided by the most current College’s Programmer Certification Matrix. This matrix outlines recognized certifications and relevant experience benchmarks that support advancement through the Programmer I, Programmer II, Programmer-Analyst I, and Programmer-Analyst II roles. Candidates are encouraged to pursue certifications aligned with their current role and career goals. Certification status will be considered in hiring, promotion, and professional development decisions.
Class Specific Essential Duties
- Assist in Application Development: Support the development and modification of application programs by writing, testing, and debugging code under guidance from senior developers.
- Support Application Lifecycle Activities: Contribute to the implementation, enhancement, integration, and routine maintenance of enterprise applications, ensuring stability and performance.
- Apply Programming and Database Skills: Use scripting, programming, and database query languages (e.g., SQL, HTML, JavaScript) to produce efficient and maintainable code.
- Document Technical Workflows: Create and maintain technical documentation including process flows, data flow diagrams, and system specifications to support ongoing development and knowledge sharing.
- Develop and Test Code: Write, test, and debug code to ensure functionality and reliability of application components, under the guidance of senior developers.
- Collaborate on Feature Implementation: Work closely with senior developers to implement new features and functionality that meet user and business requirements.
- Support Application Server Maintenance: Assist in monitoring and maintaining enterprise application servers, including basic configuration and troubleshooting tasks.
- Generate and Maintain Reports: Create, update, schedule reports and jobs using standard tools and scripting languages.
- Maintain and Enhance Software Applications: Participate in the maintenance of existing applications by fixing bugs, adding enhancements, and optimizing performance.
- Engage in Continuous Learning: Actively pursue skill development in programming languages, tools, and best practices to support professional growth and team effectiveness.
- Contribute to Team Collaboration: Work effectively with designers, testers, product managers, and other team members to ensure smooth project execution and delivery.
- Document Technical Work: Write and maintain clear, concise technical documentation for applications, processes, and workflows to support knowledge sharing and future maintenance.
BENEFIT SUMMARYHealth and Medical
- CIGNA
- Cigna Open Access Plus (OAP)
- Cigna Open Access Plus In Network (OAPIN)
- Kaiser
- For CIGNA Plans - included in Cigna Plan Medical Premiums
- Kaiser - included in Kaiser Medical Premium
Emotional, drug/alcohol abuse treatment, both inpatient and outpatient, provided when pre-approved. Premium included in medical care plan.
Dental Benefits
- CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield Regional Traditional
- CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield Regional Preferred
- NVA
- Benefit Strategies Health Spending Account $2,600
- Benefit Strategies Dependent Care (children under 13 and elder care) $5,000
- Employee Basic Life Insurance is 1 times your salary with a minimum of $50,000 (90/10)
- Employee Supplemental Life Insurance is available in multiples of $10,000 with a maximum of $200,000. Supplemental Term Life Insurance is available for spouse (increments of $10,000 to a maximum of 50% of employee combined basic and supplemental amount) and dependents ($10,000). Supplemental Term Life Insurance is 100% employee paid.
- Permanent Whole Life Insurance with Optional Long Term Care rider available through Unum. Available to full-time employees, part-time associates, and adjunct faculty.
- Spouse and dependent coverage available. Permanent Whole Life Insurance accrues cash value, premiums will not increase, and coverage will not decrease. Permanent Whole Life Insurance is 100% employee paid.
Individual or Family Coverage. Employee pays a rate in multiples of $10,000 to a maximum of $300,000.
Long-Term Disability
Plan pays 60% of gross monthly salary after 90 consecutive days of absence. Employee pays 100% of premium.
Retirement Plans
- Maryland State Teacher’s Pension System (7% contributory)
- Optional Retirement Plan (non-contributory)
- Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System (7% contributory)
- Tax-sheltered annuities – 403(b). Payroll salary reduction authorization is needed. The form is available on SharePoint Forms/Human Resources Forms. The 403(b) supplemental retirement plan is available to all CCBC employees (Adjunct Faculty, Part Time Associates and Full Time employees).
- Roth 403(b) is a savings feature that is available when you open a 403(b) account. The Roth 403(b) savings feature allows employees to contribute after-tax dollars and then withdraw tax-free dollars from their account upon retirement. The Roth 403(b) savings feature is only offered by the following vendors: TIAA-CREF and VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. Adjunct Faculty, Part Time Associates and Full Time employees are eligible to save for retirement using the Roth 403(b) savings feature. Employees may contribute traditional pre-tax 403(b) dollars and Roth 403(b) post-tax dollars simultaneously. The savings limits are combined for the Traditional 403(b) and the Roth 403(b) contributions.
- Deferred Compensation Plan — 457(b) offered through VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. The 457(b) salary reduction authorization form is needed. The form is available on SharePoint Forms/Human Resources Forms.
Legal Resources is a pre-paid legal voluntary benefit for advice, consultation and representation for commonly used legal services.
Credit Union
First Financial Federal Credit Union membership available to employees.
Direct Deposit
It's convenient, safe, reliable and saves time. No waiting for your check on payday. The money is already in your account, whether you are at work or on vacation. Mandatory payroll direct deposit allows employees the control and flexibility of directing their pay to different accounts at any bank, in any location.
Work and FamilyEmployee Assistance Program (EAP): Cigna Behavioral
Free personal advocates assisting you and any household member to resolve any issues.
Paid Leave Benefits
Academic, Bereavement, Sick and Safe Leave, Jury Duty, Religious Holidays, Military Leave, Sabbatical, Personal, Vacation, and Holidays.
Tuition Assistance
Eligible full-time employees may qualify for waiver or reimbursement programs. Spouses and legal dependents up to age 22 are eligible for reimbursement with proof of successful completion and a C or better grade. Employee’s eligible for Tuition Assistance become eligible for the external Tuition reimbursement program the first semester after one calendar year of employment. Eligibility for waiver or reimbursement for CCBC courses begins after the completion of a 90 day probation for public safety and classified employees.
Academic Cash Award
Classified employees are eligible for a lump sum award of $500 for completion of an unduplicated college degree.
McDaniel College’s Educator’s Legacy Scholarship Program
CCBC is proud to offer an exciting new benefit to all benefits-eligible employees! Read more »
McDaniel College has extended its Educator’s Legacy Scholarship (ELS) program to CCBC benefits-eligible employees. CCBC is among the inaugural community college partners.
Children of ANY current full-time benefits-eligible CCBC employee with at least four years of continuous full-time employment are eligible to receive a scholarship valued at up to $100,000 over four (4) years.
The scholarship will first take effect in the fall semester. The CCBC Employee Benefits Team will provide verification of employment. Excellent teaching is McDaniel College's priority and its legacy. The College's expert faculty-mentors empower students to achieve their personal best, and many graduates go on to become top K-12 educators.
Since 2010, four of McDaniel's graduates were named state Teachers of the Year, including the 2011 National Teacher of the Year Michelle Shearer. McDaniel is ranked among Money Magazine's 50 Best Liberal Arts Colleges and offers more than 70 undergraduate programs of study. The personalized curriculum and student-faculty collaboration develop the unique potential in every student. McDaniel College welcomes the sons and daughters of CCBC employees!
Mandated Federal Benefits
Workers’ Compensation, Unemployment Insurance, Social Security.
For Your Convenience
- ATM machines are available at each of the main campuses
- Check cashing with appropriate ID
- Free Parking
- Access to weight lifting facilities, swimming pool and library
Salary : $63,988 - $105,763