Applications Programmer Analyst

Applications Programmer Analyst

Salary

$66,722.76 Annually

Location

Lee County Justice Center Annex, 2000 Main Street, Suite 402, Fort Myers, FL 33901, FL

Job Type

Full time FTE 1.0

Job Number

AOC01450

Department

Court Technology

Division

Court Technology

Opening Date

09/28/2026

Closing Date

10/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS FOR THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT?

• Great working environment
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Competitive Benefits Package
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualifying Employer
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan Options
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plans

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Basic computer programming concepts, data processing, and database structure.
• Basic system security concepts.
• Basic database concepts and configuration.
• Programming concepts and at least one programming language.
• Microsoft SQL Server databases and concepts.
• Basic reporting concepts and Crystal Reports is preferred.
• Microsoft Office Suite.

SUMMARY

This is a responsible, independent, and technical position working under the supervision of the Chief Information Officer. This position will support applications and processes used by Administrative Office of the Courts' users and the Judiciary. This position will work with experienced programming and technology staff to understand user needs, troubleshoot application issues, develop and test solutions, work with Microsoft SQL Server databases, create reports and templates, and help ensure that court technology systems remain reliable, secure and effective. Working relationships are established with a variety of personnel, including management and technology vendors. All assigned tasks should be performed at a high level of quality and in accordance with the Administrative Office of the Courts' (AOC) policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Primary responsibilities of the Applications Programmer Analyst include the following: (1) Assist with analyzing, troubleshooting, and resolving problems involving AOC applications, databases, queries, stored procedures, and SQL jobs; (2) Develop, modify, debug, test, and support applications using Microsoft .NET technologies under the direction of experienced programming staff.; (3) Create and maintain Crystal Reports based on established requirements and guidance; (4) Create and maintain technical documentation, programming artifacts, interfaces, configuration information, SQL jobs, and maintenance procedures. (5) Provide technical assistance and support to team members and end users as assigned; and (6) Participate in the development of new applications from analysis and design through coding, documentation, testing, and implementation; and (7) Other duties as assigned.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.

(1) Assist with analyzing, troubleshooting, and resolving problems involving AOC applications, databases, queries, stored procedures, and SQL jobs

• Provide support for problems encountered by end users within the AOC applications
• Work with programming staff to develop and/or change existing stored procedures, queries, database schemas, and application programs in response to management requests or user support
• Perform data validation and clean-up to improve application performance and/or user experience

(2) Develop, modify, debug, test, and support applications using Microsoft .NET technologies under the direction of experienced programming staff

• Write, compile, and modify application programs for computerized systems into program code
• Develop and prepare documents for the general design of solutions that meet system and security requirements
• Develop applications to be used in client/server environments
• Support Microsoft SQL Server databases and instances

(3) Create and maintain Crystal Reports based on established requirements and guidance

• Create, revise, and/or maintain Crystal Reports including formulas, sub-reports, and numerous other report features
• Create, revise, and/or maintain Microsoft Word templates including advanced formatting with bookmarks, XML, and fields for mail merge

(4) Create and maintain technical documentation, programming artifacts, interfaces, configuration information, SQL jobs, and maintenance procedures.

• Create, revise, and/or maintain technical documentation, detailed system design, programming artifacts, interfaces with databases and other systems/applications, maintenance tips, configuration processes, SQL jobs, etc.
• Create, revise, and/or maintain end-user documentation describing the system changes or purpose, how to use intended features and screens

(5) Provide technical assistance and support to team members and end users as assigned

• Learn technical and programming aspects of the 20th Judicial Circuit's in-house and vendor-based programs and act as backup
• Travel occasionally to meetings, trainings, etc.

(6) Participate in the development of new applications from analysis and design through coding, documentation, testing, and implementation.

• Work with Programming Department and users to analyze needs for new programming
• Perform analysis, design, coding, documenting, and implementation of new applications

(7) Other Duties as Assigned

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge of:

• Basic computer programming concepts, data processing, and database structure.
• Basic system security concepts.
• Basic database concepts and configuration.
• Programming concepts and at least one programming language.
• Microsoft SQL Server databases and concepts.
• Basic reporting concepts and Crystal Reports is preferred.
• Microsoft Office Suite.

Ability to:

• Demonstrate basic programming skills in VB.NET, C#, or another comparable programming language and a willingness to learn Microsoft .NET technologies.
• Understand basic web development concepts, including HTML and JavaScript.
• Write and understand basic SQL queries.
• Understand basic T-SQL concepts and database objects such as tables, views, functions, and stored procedures.
• Create or modify basic reports based on customer requirements with appropriate guidance.
• Create or modify Microsoft Word documents used in Windows applications, including basic bookmark and mail merge functionality.
• Investigate user-reported application problems, gather relevant information, and escalate issues when appropriate.
• Read and write technical and user documentation.
• Manage deadlines and multiple priorities effectively.
• Work both independently and as part of a team.
• Accept direction, learn new technologies, and apply feedback from experienced team members.
• Develop clear user instructions and basic training materials.
• Interpret workflows, diagrams, specifications, and program documentation.
• Identify errors in detailed charts, diagrams, and code and seek assistance when needed.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with people at all levels of the organization.
• Provide professional, accurate, prompt, and courteous customer service to the public, agency personnel, AOC employees, and the Judiciary.
• Maintain consistent and regular attendance.
• Travel within the 20th Judicial Circuit and attend training and meetings as needed.
• Maintain CJIS Security Awareness Training - Level 4.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree from 4-year college or university in computer science, management information systems, information technology, or a related field.

Relevant education, coursework, internships, or training may be considered when evaluating a candidates qualifications.

Preferred Experience in the following:

• Coursework, internship, academic project, or other hands-on experience involving computer programming, systems analysis, or application development.
• Coursework or hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server, databases, and writing SQL queries.
• Coursework or hands-on experience with Microsoft .NET technologies, including VB.NET or C#, and basic web technologies such as HTML and JavaScript.
• Coursework or hands-on experience with T-SQL, PL/SQL, or other relational database programming.
• Coursework or hands-on experience creating reports or working with reporting tools such as Crystal Reports.
• Experience in the court system is preferred but not required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid driver's license
• Maintain CJIS Security Awareness Training - level 4

Supplemental Information

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general and technical business and computer programming periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, percentages, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY

Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Must be able to evaluate problems, isolate key issues, research and develop alternative solutions and to present management with recommendations that include, at a minimum, the advantages, the disadvantages, and the cost and staff impact of recommendations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this position you are regularly required to stand, walk, talk, hear, frequently required to feel, reach with hands and arms, occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment for this position is moderate to noisy.

EQUIPMENT UTILIZED

Automobile, personal computers, laptop computers, telephone, scanner, copier, fax machine

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Please type your First & Last Name below.

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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions, which may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the selection recommendation committee. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. "See Resume" or "N/A" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

03

Please note that this position requires on-site presence and cannot be performed remotely. Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

04

Which best describes your highest level of education?

• High School or GED
• Vocational Certificate
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctoral Degree
• None of the above

05

If you have a Bachelors degree with major course work in computer science, management information systems, or a related field, please specify major and area of study. If you do not have a Bachelors degree, please indicate Does not apply.

06

Do you have professional experience using T-SQL and/or PL/SQL to write database triggers, functions, stored procedures, and manage jobs?

• Yes
• No

07

If you answered yes to having professional experience using T-SQL and/or PL/SQL to write database triggers, functions, stored procedures, and manage jobs, please describe in detail how you acquired this experience. If you do not have this experience, please respond Does Not Apply

08

Do you have experience writing Crystal Reports?

• Yes
• No

09

If you answered yes to having experience writing Crystal Reports, please describe in detail how you acquired this experience, which must be reflected in the application. If you do not have this experience, please respond Does Not Apply

10

Do you have professional experience with Microsoft SQL Server database tools including writing queries?

• Yes
• No

11

Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you proficient in? Please check all that apply:

• Word
• Outlook
• PowerPoint
• Project
• Publisher
• Visio
• Excel
• OneNote
• Access
• None of the above

12

Working knowledge of the State Courts Justice System is highly desirable. Please provide details of any of your working knowledge of the State Courts Justice system. If you do not have working knowledge, please respond Does Not Apply.

13

Travel within the 20th Judicial Circuit to attend trainings and meetings as needed is required. Do you have a valid Drivers License? Please Note: This position requires a valid drivers license within 30 days of hire.

• Yes
• No

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How did you come across this job opportunity? (e.g. Naples Daily News, News-Press, Charlotte Sun, Craigs List, DICE, Social Media, etc.)

Required Question

Employer Florida State Courts, Twentieth Judicial Circuit, Administrative Office of the Courts

Address AOC Human Resources, Rm 201, Justice Center Annex

1700 Monroe Street

Fort Myers, Florida, 33901

Phone 239-533-1710

239-533-1705

Website http://www.ca.cjis20.org