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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 05/12/22

Applications Due06/01/22

Vacancy ID104763

AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of

TitleInformation Technology Specialist 2 (Programming) – Tax Modernization

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $28.77 to $36.58 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address W.A. Harriman State Campus - Washington Ave

Building 8

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12207

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s or higher in:
• Computer science
• Computer information systems
• Telecommunications
• Management information systems

OR

Bachelor’s or higher in any field including or supplemented by 15 credit hours in computer science with at least 9 credit hours in programming languages

OR

Bachelor’s or higher in any field
AND
At least one year of experience in one or more of the following computer related areas:
• Computer programming
• Business/systems analysis
• Program design
• Program testing

OR

A minimum of 60 college semester credit hours including at least 15 credit hours in computer science courses
AND
One year of experience in one or more of the following computer related areas:
• Computer programming
• Business/systems analysis
• Program design
• Program testing

OR

A total of two years of experience in one or more of the following computer related areas:
• Computer programming
• Business/systems analysis
• Program design
• Program testing

Duties Description This position is part of the Tax Modernization Project and will engage in a multi-month Java Boot Camp to gain the necessary skills needed for advancement.

Under the direction of an Information Technology Specialist 3 within the Office of Information Technology Services - Chief Technology Office - Business Applications - Revenue, Finance, and Integrity Portfolio, supporting NYS Taxation and Finance in Albany
The selected candidate will be responsible for all phases of the System Development Life Cycle.
The responsibilities will include both new development as well as maintenance tasks.
This position is responsible for analysis, program development and testing of agency application systems. Illustrative duties include, but are not limited to:

• Coding, testing and maintenance of Java/J2EE applications that are in compliance with program specifications and coding standards
• Create detailed program design specifications for system implementations, Integrations, and enhancements.
• Utilize relevant programming languages, queries, utilities, maintenance tools, and relational databases (e.g. AIX DB2) to troubleshoot, update, and modify the various components.
• Interact with COBOL programs and programmers for integration between front and back end systems
• Identify issues for which a technical solution is required and assisting in continued improvement.
• Communicate technical issues and information effectively, both verbally and in writing, with functional and technical staff to gather technical requirements.
• Identify business requirements to develop automated applications which meet business priorities.
• Collaborate effectively within a team environment, as well as members of other teams as necessary.
• Provide support for end-users and troubleshooting help desk tickets and data issues.
• Utilize the following technologies in order to perform assigned duties: C++, C#, GIS, HTML/XHTML, Java, Javascript, Visual C++, Visual C#, XML, .NET
• Facilitate and participate in meetings with ITS and DTF customers.
• Communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, with DTF management and users, ITS management, and team members.

Preferred Qualification:
Must be able to work in a fast paced environment where legislative changes must be quickly implemented.

Additional Comments All Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) employees are required to be tested weekly for COVID-19 unless they are fully vaccinated. Employees who are vaccinated must provide proof of vaccine status through a secure online portal.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Kristin Adiletta

Telephone 518-473-5282

Fax 518 402-4924

Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of General Services Human Resources Management

26th Floor, Corning Tower

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12242

 

Notes on ApplyingTo apply, by June 1, 2022, please submit a clear, concise cover letter, resume, and college transcript indicating that you are applying for Java Programming Student Assistant. Please clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
New York State is an equal opportunity employer. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

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