Application/Database Engineer

For best consideration, please submit your application materials by April 25, 2025.

*The salary range listed above reflects the rates as of April 1, 2025. 

Job Summary

Performs analysis and application programming.  Completes database and application programming projects and supports production as part of the IT Department’s Application Support Team. Contributes to analysis, design, and programming for enterprise database applications.  Triages software defects and new feature requests to provide solutions that include identifying root cause(s) and IT requirements and documenting use cases and test plans.

Essential Duties

1. Designs, develops, implements, tests, and maintains critical enterprise and 3^rd party software applications.
2. Troubleshoots and resolves application and database issues.
3. Contributes to solution identification for IT related issues.
4. Analyzes code to identify estimates on effort and which modifications to make  
5. Trains and assists users in upgrades to applications supported by IT.
6. Plans and installs software in conjunction with team lead(s) including testing plans and deployment plans. 
7. Analyzes support requests for required system modifications to determine time estimates based on use cases and requirements, creates test and deployment plans, trains users, etc.
8. Coordinates with software vendor resources to resolve system problems and implement system enhancements and upgrades.
9. Collaborates with internal and external staff on projects planning and implementation.
10. Supports designated users on specific applications.

Additional Duties

1. Works with network and client services teams as needed to resolve cross platform issues.
2. Acts as consultant on software applications and PC support.
3. Provides business analysis support where needed including identifying and documenting requirements and use cases and proposing possible solutions.
4. Participates in team projects to identify process and system improvements to increase efficiencies, user experience, and/or lower costs.
5. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in computer-related field
• Two (2) years of experience with Object Oriented Programming languages and relational databases such as MS SQL Server, Unix, Linux, SQL, Java, C#)
• Advanced working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft products such as: SQL Server, Copilot, Sharepoint.
• Experience with Java or C#.NET
• Experience working in an end-user support role
• Experience with Jenzabar product applications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of basic business analysis skills for tasks such as gathering key metrics and requirements and creating business process flow charts.
• Knowledge of project management basics such as project planning, communication plans, deployment planning.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills as well as technical skills to present and exchange technical information
• Knowledge of software development methodologies (waterfall, agile, etc)

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a computer terminal.  Repetitive hand/wrist motion for data-entry and keyboarding functions.  Lifting and moving of moderate-weight computing devices is sometimes required.    

Position may include short notice deadlines, after hours responsiveness, frequent interruptions, and redirection of work assignment based on the needs of the College.

This position may be eligible for remote work on a hybrid basis. Any remote work requires prior approval and must comply with MHCC Remote Work policies and administrative regulations. Remote work must be within the states of Oregon or Washington.

Important Information: MHCC only accepts applications through our online application system at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mhcc/default.cfm. For technical assistance with this, please call 855-524-5627.

Please note:  We do not request or read letters of recommendation.  Also, it is not necessary to upload a large number of documents with your materials.  We are looking for the required documents and perhaps one or two additional documents of your choosing (optional).  Faculty applications require a current resume, cover letter and official transcripts (copies are fine for application purposes) and/or any required certificates or licenses.

Please note:  this is initially a self-screening system.  We recognize that our application process can be lengthy, so before you begin, please read all of the stated requirements to determine if you meet them.  Applicants must meet all of the stated minimum qualifications and additional requirements to be considered for this position.  Based on your responses to the qualifying questions, the system may automatically screen you out from further consideration.

Position subject to budget consideration and approval.  

Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.

MHCC is NOT able to support Visa applications for employment at the college. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.

MHCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235; OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.

Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting as verification of eligibility a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Dept. of Veteran's Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service-connected pension to your application. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran's disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

If you are seeking this preference, appropriate documentation must be provided at the time of application.  You may submit an electronic copy in the document upload area of the application in the section marked "veterans' preference document," or fax to 503-491-7257 or mail to Human Resources, Mt. Hood Community College, Gresham, OR   97030.  If you do not have your documentation, you may request it through your Veterans' Administration Office.

Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three working days prior to the date of need.

Mt. Hood Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.

Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three working days prior to the date of need.

Mt. Hood Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.

Salary : $78,308 - $108,403