Applications Developer 1

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Applications Developer 1

Salary

$59,345.00 - $90,211.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-48385-01521

Department

Executive Offices

Division

EX OA HHS ITDC Sltns Mgmt Div

Opening Date

04/29/2026

Closing Date

5/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

01521

Position Number

00113299

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

A4

Pay Group

ST07

Bureau / Division Code

00812530

Bureau / Division

EX OA HHS ITDC Sltns Div

Worksite Address

Harrisburg Uptown Building, 3rd Floor

Worksite Address

2525 North 7th Street

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17110

Contact Name

Bryanne Hickerson

Contact Phone

717.705.8323

Contact Email

bhickerson@pa.gov

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THE POSITION
Are you interested in joining a team that powers Pennsylvania's most essential human-service programs? The Health and Human Services (HHS) IT Deliver Center is searching for an Applications Developer 1 to help build and support the technology that drives critical services across the Department of Human Services, Department of Health, Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs, and the Pennsylvania Department of Aging. Your work will directly strengthen systems that millions of Pennsylvanians rely on every day, making this role a unique opportunity to create meaningful, statewide impact. Take your IT career up a notch with us!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As an Application Developer 1, you will serve as a key member of the Test Automation Unit, supporting the development, maintenance, and execution of automated testing solutions for enterprise and internal applications used across multiple Commonwealth program offices. You will function as a technical resource throughout the Software Development Life Cycle, helping ensure applications meet functional, performance, and accessibility standards. Core responsibilities include contributing to automated testing frameworks, load-testing initiatives, robotic process automation efforts, and accessibility compliance testing in collaboration with application teams, business partners, and contractors. You will also have the opportunity to assist with hands-on testing, troubleshooting, documentation, and ongoing enhancements to automated testing processes to support continuous improvement and high-quality system delivery.Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employmentWork hours will range from 8:00 AM - 5:00PM (candidate may decide schedule). Lunch period will be based on selected work schedule (30 minute or 1 hour lunch).Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. You will be required to report in-office at minimum 2 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $59,345.00 (be