Information Technology Developer (Power Platform Solutions Developer)

Initial Posting Date:

08/08/2025

Application Deadline:

08/21/2025

Agency:

Judicial Department

Salary Range:

$8,349 - $12,953

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Information Technology Developer (Power Platform Solutions Developer)

Job Description:

Interviews: Due to the high volume of applications, it may take several weeks after the job posting deadline for us to schedule interviews.

Starting Pay: In this job profile, we offer candidates new to OJD up to the fourth step of the salary range, depending on experience.

Who We Are

The Enterprise Technology Services Division (ETSD), part of the Office of the State Court Administrator (OSCA) within OJD, is hiring an Power Platform Solutions Developer (Information Technology Developer) to join our team in Salem, Oregon.

ETSD provides business solutions, system support, technology vendor management, and information security for OJD. If you want to support Oregon's courts by providing fair and accessible justice services through technology, we encourage you to apply. We welcome all candidates who are inspired by our work and mission.

Benefits To You

OJD provides a variety of employee benefits, including health, dental, and vision coverage and paid leave. Optional employee-paid benefits include life insurance, long- and short-term disability, long-term care, flexible spending accounts, and commuter benefits. New employees who are not already Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) members will participate in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP) after six calendar months of employment in a qualifying position. The OPSRP plan can provide a lifetime pension after five years of service, and the IAP is a separate investment account in addition to the pension. Employees also have an opportunity to participate in the Oregon Savings Growth Plan, a 457(b) deferred compensation retirement plan. For additional information on OJD employment benefits, visit here. Salary offers are made with consideration of the candidate's education and experience.

Position Highlights

In this role, you will design, develop, implement, monitor, and maintain solutions using Microsoft Power Platform tools (e.g. Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI). You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into scalable solutions that effectively address business needs. This role involves implementing development best practices Power Platform solutions to ensure scalability, security, and efficiency. You will also be expected to innovate and enhance applications based on industry trends and client expectations, optimize solutions for performance and security, and provide suggestions for process and tool improvements. Additionally, in this role you will be responsible for the configuration, management, and Tier 2 support of Power Platform and SharePoint environments within the organization.

Assigned tasks may be changed to accommodate workload and organizational needs.

Instructions for REQUIRED Cover Letter and Work History/Resume

This recruitment requires a cover letter and a complete work history that addresses the Requested Skills and Attributes. To be considered for this position, you must follow these instructions:

Cover Letter (REQUIRED)

• Attach your cover letter (not to exceed two pages) in the Resume / Cover Letter section of the application. Your cover letter and filename should include your name.
• In the body of your cover letter, please include responses to all Requested Skills and Attributes listed below.
• Address the cover letter "To the Hiring Manager."
• Do not use a generic cover letter; please personalize your cover letter for this position. We read every letter.
• Prepare your cover letter before starting your Workday application.

Work History/Resume (REQUIRED)

• Attach your updated resume in the Resume / Cover Letter section of the application. Your resume and filename should include your name.

AND

• Complete the Job History/Work Experience portion of your Workday profile if you are not using an updated resume.

Failure to follow these instructions may result in rejection of your application. All application materials will be evaluated for consistency of information, and your letter will be evaluated for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and language use in addition to demonstrated experience.

Minimum Qualifications

(These must be evident in your resume or work history.)

The qualified candidate must have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

AND

Four (4) years of technical experience in the duties and infrastructure support required for the position.

OR

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to eight (8) years of experience that typically supports the knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

Special Qualifications

(These must be verifiable in your application.)

Possession of a current driver's license in good standing, an acceptable driving record, and the ability to obtain or maintain a driver's license in Oregon to operate an Oregon Department of Administrative Services-owned motor pool vehicle for when work travel is required.

Requested Skills and Attributes

(These must be addressed in your cover letter.)

• Solution Development

• 3+ years of experience designing, developing, implementing, and monitoring solutions using Power Platform, particularly PowerApps and Power Automate.

• Experience with REST APIs, JSON, XML, and integrating external services.

• Strong knowledge of SharePoint Online, Dataverse, and common data services.

• Experience integrating Power Platform solutions with Microsoft 365 services (e.g., SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive) and third-party applications.

• Skill in conducting peer reviews of teammate solutions and providing constructive feedback to ensure adherence to team-defined standards and best practices.

• Ability to test and troubleshoot applications to ensure optimal functionality and performance.

• Knowledge of UI/UX best practices to create user-friendly, intuitive solutions.

• Ability to innovate and enhance current solutions and processes to improve usability and productivity.

• Skill with optimizing both new and existing solutions to meet performance, security standards, and industry best practices.

• Microsoft 365 Cloud Services Management

• Experience with configuring and managing Power Platform and SharePoint environments.

• Skill with managing user accounts, permissions, and security settings.

• Ability to conduct diagnostics and troubleshooting.

• Documentation & Support

• Skill presenting information clearly and logically, both orally and in writing.

• Experience communicating technical issues to users with various levels of IT knowledge.

• Ability to train and support to end-users effectively.

• Experience creating and maintaining detailed documentation for developed solutions, including design specifications, user guides, and technical documentation.

Working Conditions

• This is a full-time position, and the work schedule is currently 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with occasional work outside these times. This position is FLSA-exempt and ineligible for overtime compensation for hours worked in excess of 40 per workweek.
• Occasional travel, including possible overnight stays, to court locations throughout the state.
• Hybrid work may be available for this position. All hybrid work assignments begin, end, or change only with administrative authority approval. This position requires onsite availability as needed.
• Frequent email, phone, and in-person contact with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Frequent email, phone, and in-person contact with people who are confused or frustrated.
• Lifting and moving equipment that weighs up to 40 pounds may be required.
• Frequent long periods of sitting or standing.
• Daily use of equipment that may include telephone with an optional headset, OJD-assigned computer with multiple monitors, computer peripherals, and mobile devices.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Criminal Background Check

You will be subject to a criminal background check if you are a finalist. Adverse results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis and may result in disqualification if the circumstances are directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Reference Checks

By submitting your application to OJD, you consent to reference checks about your qualifications, your workplace performance, and your work product.

United States Employment Eligibility

OJD does not offer visa sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. OJD will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

Future Vacancies

Apply now if you are interested in this or future vacancies. This job announcement may be used to fill future vacancies in this class of work.

Veterans' Preference

Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given preference in the recruitment process. To receive preference, veterans must attach the appropriate documentation after they receive an email in their Workday inbox requesting the information to verify eligibility. The action item, asking veterans to attach their documentation, will arrive after they have submitted their initial application materials. Visit the Oregon job opportunities Veterans web page for additional details, information, and resources.

Conduct Expectations

Because of OJD's role in providing justice and upholding the rule of law, employees of the department are required to meet the highest standards of professional conduct and ethics while on the job, and also to maintain those same high standards when taking actions in their personal lives that could reflect on the department. As an employee, you will be expected to preserve the confidentiality of information received in the course of OJD employment.

Pay Equity

As an employer, OJD complies with Oregon's pay equity law. In this job profile, we offer candidates new to OJD up to the fourth step of the salary range, depending on experience. For more information on pay equity, click here.

Employee Benefits

Click here to access information specific to OJD employee benefits.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

OJD is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. To learn more about this program, and how to qualify, please click here.

Questions and Support

• If you require an alternate format to complete the application process, call 503-986-5930, or TTY: Oregon Relay Service 711 for the hearing impaired. Be prepared to describe the alternate format needed.
• Workday related information and resources are available here.
• For questions about a specific OJD job posting, call 503-986-5930 or email ojd.hrsd@ojd.state.or.us.

The Oregon Judicial Department embraces equal opportunity and affirmative action. We are committed to building a diverse team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.