State of North Carolina

Applications Systems Specialist

State of North Carolina

  • Date Posted:

    8/30/2025

  • Remote Work Level:

    Hybrid Remote

  • Location:

    Hybrid Remote in NC

  • Job Type:

    Employee

  • Job Schedule:

    Full-Time

  • Career Level:

    Experienced

  • Travel Required:

    No specification

  • Education Level:

    Associate's Degree, Information Technology

  • Salary:

    $84,353 - $126,529 Annually

  • Categories:

    ITSQLTech SupportProduct ManagerProject ManagerSoftware EngineerBack End DeveloperDeveloperWeb Developer

  • Benefits:

    Health Insurance, Parental Leave, Retirement Savings, Paid Holidays, Paid Illness Leave, Paid Time Off, Community Service

About the Role

Title: Applications Systems Specialist

Location: Raleigh United States

Job Description:

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Discover why NCDIT is the ideal destination for your professional growth - Why Work for NCDIT.

We currently have an opening for an Applications Systems Specialist

Recruitment Range: Up to $116,478

This is a REPOST. Previous applicants Must Reapply to be considered.

The primary responsibility of the Applications Systems Specialist is to analyze, design, code, test, and implement complex and advanced computer application systems, as well as maintain existing systems in the Traffic Records Systems (TRS) unit.

The primary purpose of the Traffic Records Systems (TRS) unit of Information Technology is to provide the full range of information technology processing services and support for the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) - Traffic Records section and the Division of Highways (DOH) -Traffic Safety Systems Section in the North Carolina Department of Transportation. TRS consists of 6 complex applications related to motor vehicle crashes and crash analysis and utilizes multiple technologies. In addition, it interfaces with various internal and external applications. The TRS unit's work efforts are driven by the modification and re-engineering of the client business areas and/or computer application systems, state and federal legislative mandates, organizational changes, and technological changes.

Duties include, but are not limited, to:

  • Lead projects related to business functions of the TRS applications.
  • Act as a technical interface for the applications and provides level 2 application support to end users within the DMV and DOH.
  • Supports external users such as police departments, police officers, municipal/county traffic engineers, and DOH contractors.
  • Provides this support by working with other IT resources such as Helpdesk, Operations, Database Administrators, Mainframe Support and State support personnel.

Note: Selected candidate must reside in North Carolina at time of hire. 

About the Organization

The N.C. Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) serves as the Technology Center for the State of NC. Services that NCDIT provides reach a client base of state and local government agencies, as well as schools, colleges and universities. NCDIT's mission is to enable trusted business-driven solutions that meet the needs of North Carolinians. NCDIT provides technology services to state agencies and is charged with closing the digital divide by expanding availability of broadband services and promoting the adoption of affordable, high-speed internet.

As NCDIT's services reach North Carolina residents from all backgrounds, we believe that our workforce should reflect the demographics of the state. The workforce is our most valuable asset to recognize, understand and meet the IT needs of our constituents across North Carolina. Our agency's culture is derived through the implementation of thoughtful, practical, innovative and data-driven strategies. We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace (Executive Order 92). NCDIT supports recent executive orders to address pay equity for women (Executive Order 93), establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care (Executive Order 95), and implement fair chance policies (Executive Order 158). NCDIT also has several initiatives designed to help past and current military personnel and their spouses find rewarding careers with us. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.

If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

The following Management Preferences are not required, but applicants that possess these skills are preferred:

  • Demonstrated experience in application usability and design, object-oriented design, relational database design, and/or developing n-tier/web-based applications using .NET/C#/ASP .Net Core, SQL Server, HTML5/CSS, JavaScript, REST APIs, and/or GIT/Azure DevOps
  • Demonstrated experience with ASP.Net MVC, Dapper, and Entity Framework
  • Demonstrated experience with testing frameworks such as nUnit, MSTest

Bachelor's degree in computer science or an IT related field or related technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of progressive experience in business application consulting or development

OR

Associate degree in computer science or an IT related field or related technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of progressive experience in business application consulting or development

OR

High School or General Education Development (GED) diploma and eight years of experience in business application consulting or development; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The North Carolina Department of Information Technology (DIT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders.  

NCDIT uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill posted positions.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

  • Employment at NCDIT is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
  • Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with your application.
  • Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if you are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If you are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, you must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22. 
  • Applicants applying for positions that require specific coursework, must upload and attach a copy of the transcript with their application.
  • Applicants with relevant professional certifications to the posted job must attach proof of active certification along with the information in the "Certificates and Licenses" section.
  • If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an official transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
  • If applicants earned a foreign degree, foreign degrees require an official evaluation for U.S. equivalency, and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification. There are several organizations that perform this specialized service, feel free to use any service of your choosing. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members

HYBRID/FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES:

At NCDIT, we are dedicated to fostering a collaborative and flexible work environment, offering a hybrid remote work option for positions that are conducive to remote flexibility. If you do not currently reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned duty station, new hires are granted up to 120 days from their start date to relocate. This relocation ensures the ability to work onsite multiple days per week. If you're eager to contribute to a dynamic workplace, we encourage you to apply!

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.  In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

Some highlights include:

  • The best funded pension plan/retirement system in the nation according to Moody's Investor's Service
  • Twelve (12) holidays/year
  • Fourteen (14) vacation days/year which increase as length of service increases and accumulate year-to-year
  • Twelve (12) sick days/year which are cumulative indefinitely 
  • Longevity pay lump sum payout yearly based on length of service
  • 401K, 457, and 403(b) plans

Learn more about employee perks/benefits:

  • Why Work For NC?
  • NC OSHR: Benefits
  • NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator

To apply for this position, please click the "Apply" link above (on the Government Jobs website) or visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Applications/Index/northcarolina to complete an on-line application.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status."  If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management.  If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.  If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact:

NCDIT-Transportation Human Resources

Tina Holmes

thholmes@ncdot.gov

For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. 

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