Application developer Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

Job Duties:

The Virginia Beach Police Department is seeking a critically thinking and self‑learning Business Application Specialist I to assist with upcoming technology‑related departmental projects while maintaining existing systems and equipment. This position operates in a fast‑paced environment and will serve as a key member of the Police Department Technology Unit.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide day-to-day support and account management for Records Management software and several other systems such as Axon RMS, Evidence.com, and/or other applications such Tyler – Brazos system, CAD system, ShotSpotter, LInX, Livescan.
• Assist with the implementation of future application modules
• Serve as power-user for mobile device management software (MDM) and cell phone provider portal
• Assist with maintenance and inventory of technology assets (hardware and software)
• Assist with maintenance and inventory of mobile phones
• Develop and document business procedures for use with division’s applications
• Develop training materials and conduct end-user training
• Assist with data entry functions and routine report generation
• Analyze business operations; identify business needs and business process improvements
• Liaison with IT Department and/or vendor to resolve software or hardware issues and use of IT service request software such as ServiceNow

• Other tasks/duties as assigned

The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity leave, holidays and Paid-Time-Off.

Disqualifiers:

The following is a listing of "disqualifiers" or concerns that could result in you not being selected for employment. Please give consideration to these factors before applying. This is not an exhaustive listing.

Criminal History: Conviction of any felony or any crime involving moral turpitude (crimes contrary to justice, honesty, or good morals). Conviction of any Class 1 or Class 2 misdemeanor, excluding traffic violations which are discussed separately, or the Virginia State Law equivalent within the last 5 years.

Traffic Violations: Any conviction of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, refusal to take blood or breath test, eluding police, racing, or leaving the scene of an accident within the last 5 years.

Drugs: Any involvement in the sale of illegal drugs as an adult. Any illegal use or possession of any illegal drug, including but not limited to heroin, cocaine, hallucinogens, or any derivative thereof (except marijuana) within the last five years. Illegal possession of anabolic steroids within the last 36 months.

Official City Job Description:

Working Conditions:

https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/B.008196.pdf

Minimum Requirements:

MINIMUMS: Any combination of education (above high school), training, and/or experience equivalent to four (4) years in a field related to functional support for automated business operations in a network or server-based environment for the agency where the IT services are being used, utilizing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. May be required to have or obtain a valid drivers license. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. CJIS/VCIN/NCIC certification is required, in addition to the successful completion of a background check, candidates must have U.S. citizenship or be a lawful resident of the United States and eligible for naturalization.

Successful completion of a police background investigation, including polygraph exam.

All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Positions within this class have been designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City’s operational status.

Additional Requirements:

DMV Transcript: Required
CDL: Not Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Not Required
Physical: Not Required
Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required

Attachments Required:

Preferences:

In addition to the minimum requirements, the ideal candidate for this position will have experience or skills listed in the preferences below. Candidates with the preferred experience should ensure the information is provided in the application.

The ideal candidate should have:
o VCIN certified
o Experience providing support to Public Safety
o Experience with records management applications or similar software
o Experience serving as system admin, power user, or similar role
o Experience working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
o Experience using Microsoft Office products or similar programs at a proficient level
o Experience in providing training sessions and training documents
o Ability to effectively communicate with users of varied levels of technological competency
o Experience providing quality customer service to internal customers and external vendors customers
o Organizational Skills
o Detail oriented with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
o Ability to prioritize tasks and maximize efficiency
o Ability to work with minimal supervision