Job Description

Summary:

Join the Texas Department of Public Safety as a Software Developer III, contributing to the development and maintenance of critical applications. This hybrid role (primarily remote with occasional on-site presence in Austin, TX) requires 8+ years of experience in Visual Basic, Java, and Microsoft SQL Server. Responsibilities include analyzing application functions, resolving data issues, and developing new solutions to support agency services. Candidates must pass a comprehensive background check. The position offers a contract term from May 22 to August 31, 2025, totaling up to 693 hours. Ideal for seasoned developers seeking impactful work within a state agency.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Texas Department of Public Safety requires the services of 1 Software Developer 3, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Software Developer 3, Applications/Software Development and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Department of Public Safety.

All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire" and are the property of the Texas Department of Public Safety and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Department of Public Safety will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).

The Department of Information Resources (DIR) requires the services of (application developer) hereafter referred to as Worker, who meets the general qualification of 3 emerging and the specifications outlined in this document for Texas Department of Public Safety.

Provide application support include analysis off application functions, data processing, resolving data corrections to insure agency services maintain functions. Position may edit and correct existing applications and/or develop new solutions to remedy situations that may arise. Create support documentation where applicable to define new and existing software.

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.

Years

Required/Preferred

Experience

8

Required

Visual Basic (VB) Development Experience

8

Required

Java Development

8

Required

Database and query development for Microsoft SQL Server

III. TERMS OF SERVICE

Services are expected to start 05/22/2025 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2025. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 693 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.

IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Texas Department of Public Safety. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.

The primary work location(s) will be at Work location will be hybrid (1 day a month in office at 5805 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78752, the rest remote). The working position is Telework. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense. Texas Department of Public Safety will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts.

The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Department of Public Safety.

V. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Terms and Conditions:

Candidates referred if selected will be subject to a background check. Disqualifiers listed below:

a felony conviction

an entering of an order of deferred adjudication for a felony, until five years after court supervision ceased and the case was dismissed

a conviction of driving while intoxicated during the five-year period immediately prior to the date of application

a finding by a court of competent jurisdiction that the contractor was a delinquent child during the five-year period immediately prior to the date of application. If the contractor's record in the proceeding is ordered sealed, the incident should be disregarded and treated as though it did not exist

the contractor's driver license has been suspended, including a probated suspension, by DPS during the last three years as a habitual violator

the contractor's driver license has been suspended for refusal to submit to a chemical test within the last five years

the contractor has an open/active arrest warrant in any state

the contractor is currently under indictment for any criminal offense

an open disposition, an incomplete criminal record, or no final determination of guilt or innocence is found on the contractor's criminal record following a felony arrest

a conviction for a Class A misdemeanor.

an entering of an order of deferred adjudication for any criminal offense of the grade of felony or Class A misdemeanor.

an entering of an order of deferred adjudication for any criminal offense of the grade of Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years.

a conviction of an offense of the grade of a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years.

a conviction for a family violence offense.

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