Cares Assessor Pending Reclassification To System Programmer

Position: CARES ASSESSOR - 65000286 (PENDING RECLASSIFICATION TO SYSTEM PROGRAMMER I)
Requisition No: 877905

Agency:
Elder Affairs

Working Title:

CARES ASSESSOR -  (PENDING RECLASSIFICATION TO SYSTEM PROGRAMMER I)

Pay Plan:
Career Service

Position Number:

Salary: $3,755.01-$6,250.00 MONTHLY

Posting Closing Date: 06/17/2026

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DEPARTMENT OF ELDER AFFAIRS

BUREAU OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

* INTERNAL
* PENDING RECLASSIFICATION

PAY:

Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications, ranging from $45,060.12 to $75,000.00, annually.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The duties for this position include but are not limited to:

* Works with team leader and program owners for understanding of the functional and system requirements;

* Work as a member of a small, multifunctional technical team;

* Gather requirements for business processes;

* Develop and design new applications in Microsoft Power Platform/Dynamics 365;

* Maintain existing applications by identifying and correcting software defects;

* Enhance existing systems by analyzing business objectives, preparing an action plan, and identifying areas for modification and improvement;

* Modify applications based on functional and system requirements;

* Continuing education by investigating and developing skills in new technologies;

* Document current and future processes that impact technology operations and services. Share created documentation to a central repository for use by other members of Information Systems;

* Suggest procedural changes - if applicable- to improve operations specific to Information Systems;

* Continuously evaluate and improve efficiency of technology resources;

* Perform related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

* Basic understanding of applications;

* Knowledge of Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate, Power Pages) preferred;

* Knowledge of Office 365 (MS Teams and SharePoint preferred);

* Knowledge of Front End, Java Script, HTML, and CSS;

* Knowledge of Back End Azure, SQL Data Storage and Retrieval, Store Procedures, Batch Jobs, and Power Shell;

* Willingness to learn;

* Strong written and verbal communication skills;

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;

* Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments;

* Strong critical thinking and research skills;

* Ability to solve technical problems quickly and completely;

* Ability to prioritize tasks and service requests;

* Computer Science degree, web development, or applications development degree preferred.

REQUIREMENTS:

* High school diploma or equivalent.

THE BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive employee benefits including:

* State Group Health Insurance Coverage;
* $25,000 Life Insurance Policy (100% paid by employer);

* Dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options available;

* Annual and Sick Leave benefits,

* 10 paid holidays each year;

* Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click );

* Flexible Spending Accounts; and

* Tuition waivers to attend State of Florida community colleges, colleges, and universities!

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OUR ORGANIZATION AND MISSION:

The Department is dedicated to promoting the well-being, safety, and independence of Florida's seniors, their families, and caregivers. Its vision is for all Floridians to live well and age well.

SPECIAL

NOTE:

Candidate Profile (application) must be complete in its entirety.

* Include supervisor names and phone numbers of all periods of employment.

* Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed. Gaps of employment for 3 months or more MUST be addressed on application.

* Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications.

* It is unacceptable to use the statement "See Resume" in place of entering work history.

* Periods of employment should be entered with the most recent/current listed first.

* If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please contact the FRS to determine if your current benefits may be affected if you are reemployed with the State of Florida in an FRS-covered position. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed invalid depending upon the date of your retirement.

* If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates MUST attach supporting documentation (DD214).

* If claiming Right to First Interview, candidates MUST attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying.

* All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

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BACKGROUND CHECKS:

Successful completion of a Level 2 Criminal History Background Check is required for all applicants selected for this position.

APPLICANT INFORMATION:

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