Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyEducation Department, State

TitleInformation Technology Specialist 2 (Programming), (Two Positions), Box PIMS-510/48154, PIMS-528/51796

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade18

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

Salary RangeFrom $60069 to $76387 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Office of Performance Improvement and Management Services

Office of Information Technology Services

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12234

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Information Technology Specialist 2 (Programming).

Eligible List Appointment: Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for Information Technology Specialist 2 (Programming). If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for this title, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter.

Section 52.6 Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title allocated SG-16 or higher eligible to transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law. For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference may be given to candidates who have:

• Knowledge and practical experience programming in Java;
• Knowledge and practical experience using relational SQL databases such as Oracle; and
• Knowledge and experience with client-side web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Performance Improvement and Management Services is seeking candidates for two Information Technology Specialist 2 (Programming) positions in the Office of Information Technology Services. The incumbents of these positions will serve as members of the Business Solutions team, providing programming support for NYSED's enterprise applications, and developing Information Technology (IT) solutions to support the business needs of NYSED. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Update and maintain web-based applications written in various client-side and server-side programming languages;
• Ensure all applications are mobile-friendly and accessible;
• Maintain and update SQL databases, as required;
• Analyze and recommend system modifications and determine the impact of proposed changes;
• Identify and troubleshoot problems as well as implement necessary solutions;
• Conduct unit and integration testing of application components;
• Assist with system maintenance activities;
• Conduct business systems analysis and design, working closely with IT Technical Unit staff; and
• Ensure that systems and procedures are properly documented, meet Department standards, and follow generally accepted IT practices.

Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: These will be permanent appointments. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of degree and/or work history will be required at the time of interview for all candidates.

* Leads to a maximum salary of $76,387 based on annual performance advances.

APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by November 16, 2021 to omsjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (PIMS-510/48154, PIMS-528/51796) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify for the position, when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by NYSED Personnel for your social security number to confirm your State employment history.

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

Contact Information

Name Office of Human Resources Management

Telephone 5184745215

Fax (518) 486-5631

Email Address omsjobs@nysed.gov

Address

Street New York State Education Department

89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528 EB

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12234

 

Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by November 16, 2021 to omsjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (PIMS-510/48154, PIMS-528/51796) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify for the position, when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by NYSED Personnel for your social security number to confirm your State employment history.