Job Posting - Catawba County - Information Technology Project Leader

Catawba County

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To apply, submit a Catawba County application using our on-line job application process at WWW.CATAWBACOUNTYNC.GOV or a paper application to Catawba County Personnel Department, PO Box 389, Newton, NC 28658 on or before the posted closing date. For questions, call (828) 465-8383. TDD: (828) 465-8200. Although accompanying resumes are welcome, a completed Catawba County application is required in order to be considered. Pre-employment drug tests and criminal conviction checks are required on final internal and external candidates(s) applying for positions with the County. Catawba County embraces diversity in our community as well as our workforce and seeks to enhance it on all levels. We believe workplace diversity is a major contributor to success and welcome applications from minority individuals.

Position: Information Technology Project Leader (1374-1496) **Revised**

Department: Social Services

Salary: $41,803 – $64,864 (Negotiable Dependent Upon Qualifications)

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Catawba County Social Services is recruiting for a seasoned IT professional that possesses programming skills (Web highly preferred) as well as project management abilities. This position will work with the re-engineering team to plan, execute, and finalize projects according to deadlines and within budget. Great small team atmosphere. Catawba County is one of the most progressive governmental agencies in the state with top notch tools being utilized. Specific duties of the position includes defining any requested software with users; analyzing the users’ requests; designing and developing software request with appropriate programming tools; testing; implementing; reviewing the new software with users; modifying software for any changes; and maintaining software for any process changes or user requests.

REQUIRES: Graduation from a four year college or university with a degree in computer science or a related field and three years experience in a directly related technological function; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ideal candidate will have: intermediate to advanced skills in web programming with at least two years of experience; as well as experience in Microsoft Windows (9x, 2K, XP), C/C++, VB.Net, ASP.Net, SQL, HTML, XML, and crystal reports. Applicants must possess excellent skills in the following areas: analysis, problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills. This position is considered light duty; lifting up to 20 pounds.