Sr. IT Applications Developer

Sr. IT Applications Developer

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 

This recruitment will establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Sr. IT Applications Developer positions with Auditor-Controller. The eligible list established may also be used to fill position in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the

DEADLINE TO APPLY

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as the recruitment will close on
Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM (PST).

  
AUDITOR-CONTROLLER
The Auditor-Controller Department is committed to serving Orange County by ensuring accountability over public spending, transparency of Taxpayer dollars, and engaging the public in government. We carry out our vision and mission by conducting the Public's business with the highest ethical and due diligence standards by supporting ethical and responsible financial decisions throughout the County.

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Click here to learn more about the Auditor-Controller.

  
THE OPPORTUNITY
Auditor-Controller seeks an experienced and result-oriented professional to join our Information Technology team. This position serves as a Senior IT Applications Developer and project manager supervising and leading the County's Financial and Human Resources & Payroll software development and system support teams. The incumbent will be responsible for development, customizations, management of custom mobile and web applications, software and other projects.
 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate will possess three (3) years of experience with data mining in the Oracle environment. 
 
College level education or training directly related to the competencies and attributes required of the position may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience at the rate of three semester units or the equivalent, equaling one month of experience and one hour of training equaling one hour of experience. College level education or training beyond a bachelor's degree, which is directly related to the competencies and attributes required of the position, may be substituted for up to an additional year of required experience at the same rate identified above.
  
 In addition, the ideal candidate will possess the following core competencies:
  
Technical Knowledge | Technical Experience

• Knowledge of Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM Fast Formula.
• Experience in Object Oriented Programming (JAVA, J2EE) and Web Based Programming (.Net, HTML) with heavy emphasis on JAVA.
• Experience with Relational Database (Oracle, SQL).
• Knowledge of Windows/UNIX/AIX scripts.
• Developing software in a full life cycle environment.
• Familiarity with Security Management related to application security.
• Proficient in the use of Visio, Adobe Forms, and WordPress.
• Proficient in the area of XML.
• Strong computer proficiency, specifically with Microsoft Suite Programs, such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Project Management

• Working as a senior or lead team member on a critical application development and implementation project.
• Developing detailed project plans for the implementation of new systems or major application modifications, including responsibility for performing needs analysis, developing requirements, defining resources, and determining timelines for the completion of projects.
• Providing status reports to management.

Leadership | Supervisory

• Leading and team building with a strong desire to coach and mentor others.
• Motivating and persuading individuals and team members to achieve unit objectives.
• Providing direction to users, team members, vendors, and contractors.

Oral | Written Communication Skills

• Working effectively with various levels of organization, including staff, supervisors, and upper-level management.
• Demonstrating strong verbal and written communications skills; writing with excellent grammar skills and articulating ideas in an organized and effective manner.
• Communicating technical and complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Listening effectively to others and shares technical knowledge with others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Click here view the complete classification description including the experience, education, and physical, mental, and environmental requirements.
 
NOTE: Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.).
 
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services screens all application materials for minimum and desirable qualifications. After screening, candidates who meet the minimum and desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All candidates will be notified via email of their status in the process.
  
Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applications exhibiting qualifications as listed on the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.
  
Structured Oral Exam (Weighted 100%)
A panel of job knowledge experts will interview and evaluate each candidate's responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidate's qualifications for the job. This is a competitive process; therefore, candidate responses to the structured questions should be thorough, detailed, and complete. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list.
 
Eligible List
Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.

Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION 

The County of Orange is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should notify the recruiter listed on the job posting as soon as possible. Documentation supporting the accommodation request may be required.

EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
 
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
 
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
 
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
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For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Sarah Correa at 714-834-3116 or at [email protected]. 

Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.