State of Oregon is hiring: Web Developer (ISS6) in Salem

Job Title
Web Developer (ISS6)

Agency
Land Conservation and Development Department

Job Description
Join the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) as a Web Developer, Information Systems Specialist 6, in our Information Technology Division. This position will manage DLCD’s web applications, database technologies and other web-based tools. The employee is responsible for migrating legacy .NET applications to new web technologies or off‑the‑shelf products, as well as for complete system ownership and documentation of their work. The employee will also work with the agency’s business analyst to ensure requirements are tightly aligned with DLCD’s business goals.

A Day in the Life

Review incoming support tickets from DLCD staff. Diagnose issues with Django or .NET applications, SQL Server, or Postgres databases, and implement targeted fixes to keep critical business systems running.

Meet with the Business Analyst to clarify requirements for new features, discuss user stories, or refine acceptance criteria to ensure development work aligns with DLCDs statewide planning goals.

Work on modernizing legacy .NET applications, addressing existing bugs, porting them to other software frameworks, or finding off‑the‑shelf solutions that meet DLCD business needs.

Design and implement database changes in SQL Server or Postgres. Create new tables, constraints, or stored procedures, while assisting with planning for future enhancements.

Create, update, or consume APIs that allow DLCD applications to securely share data with other state agencies, local government, or internal platforms.

Perform routine application and server maintenance, such as applying updates, monitoring logs, restarting services, or deploying new releases to servers.

Create and refine documentation regarding architecture, application usage, troubleshooting steps, and end‑user training materials, including written documentation and recorded screenshares or live staff training.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
One of DLCD’s foundational goals is to become a diverse, equitable, and inclusive agency that implements an equitable and inclusive planning program for Oregon. Efforts are supported by the State of Oregon Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Action Plan, an agency Strategic Plan/Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Plan, and Committee and Work Plan. DLCD values the lived and professional experiences of individuals from historically and currently underserved and under‑resourced communities and honors our Government‑to‑Government relations responsibilities with Oregon’s federally recognized Native American Tribes. Candidates with diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, language fluencies, lived experiences, and skillsets are encouraged to apply.

What’s In It For You

Opportunity to collaborate with a team of talented professionals who are passionate about the agency’s mission and priorities.

Flexible work location, with a mix of remote and in‑office work.

11 paid holidays per year and additional personal business time off.

Comprehensive benefit package options.

The Benefits
The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent medical, vision and dental coverage, paid holidays off, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation and sick leave. In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses. After a qualifying period, new employees are enrolled in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP). State employees also have access to benefits like deferred compensation plans through the Oregon Savings Growth Plan and the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Minimum Qualifications

5 years of information systems experience in full‑stack web development, database management, server management, migration implementation, and business analysis.

OR an Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

OR completion of a 2‑year accredited vocational training program in information technology or a related field, AND 3 years of information systems experience in full‑stack web development, database management, server management, migration implementation, and business analysis.

OR a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, AND 1 year of information systems experience in full‑stack web development, database management, server management, migration implementation, and business analysis.

We’re Also Looking For

Full Stack Development & Codebase Ownership: Proven experience building and operating modern web apps from UI to database, ensuring end‑to‑end ownership, system architecture integrity, and documented business solutions.

Python/Django Expertise: Proficient in Python and Django, including ORM, API design, production operations, and writing maintainable, asynchronous, and secure code.

.NET Migration: Ability to read and modify legacy .NET code to plan and execute low‑risk, phased migrations to modern architectures.

Database Fluency: Strong SQL, data modeling, and performance tuning skills in Postgres or SQL Server, focusing on normalization, integrity, and pragmatic strategy.

Server Management: Proficient in managing Linux or Windows servers, including core infrastructure maintenance and operational security.

Application Process
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require visa sponsorship will not be considered at this time.

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