Review Vacancy
AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of
TitleInformation Technology Specialist 2 Programming (hourly), Ref. #8372M
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $31.13 to $31.13 Hourly
Duties Description Under the direction of the Information Technology Specialist 3, SG-23, within the Office of Information Technology Services, Dedicated Support division for Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC), the Information Technology Specialist 2 Programming, SG-NS, will develop technical solutions using Java / J2EE programming. Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
• Participate on teams for projects that have a web functional component. Prepare size and scope analysis and timeline documentation.
• Analyze and document business requirements by participating in JAD sessions. Develop prototypes based on the requirements and prepare Internal and External Design documents in accordance with HESC's System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and ITS Secure SDLC.
• Using Analysis and Design documents, develop, document, and maintain programs, modules, classes, objects, web pages, etc., as applicable. Environment consists of JAVA J2EE development using IBM’s Rational Software Architect on WebSphere Application Server 9.0.
• Perform development tasks on all areas of applications including front, middle, and back-end. Front-end web technologies include JSP, HTML, JavaScript, and Cascading Style Sheets. Middle-tier technologies include Servlet, JSP, Action-based frameworks, and Ajax/web-services. Back-end technologies include SQL/JDBC/JPA with DB2/SQL Server, CICS, and JMS/MQ.
• Create development test plans and prepare and/or refresh test conditions and associated accounts. Following the test plan, execute unit, run stream, subsystem, and regression tests as needed.
• Review all test results, comparing the results to the identified conditions. Debug and rerun as needed.
• Provide business area and external customer support for the project deliverables.
• Act as a web functional liaison with other units in IT and with other divisions in HESC. Provide information and support as needed.
• Follow all existing guidelines and recommend new guidelines for web functional development.
• Regularly conduct research on the volatile technology of web functional development tools and best practices. Report on the research findings, including explanations of evolving technology, comparisons of tools, discussions of best practices, and recommendations as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications Either 1. a bachelor's or higher-level degree including or supplemented by 15 semester credit hours in computer science;
Or 2. a bachelor's or higher-level degree in any field AND one year of experience in information technology;
Or 3. 60 semester credit hours including or supplemented by 15 semester credit hours in computer science AND one year of experience in information technology;
Or 4. two years of experience in information technology.
Experience in information technology includes experience in one or more of the following computer-related areas: artificial intelligence; automation; business/systems analysis; cloud computing; computer installation; diagnosis and repair; computer programming; cybersecurity/information assurance; data analytics; database administration, design and management; design and development of geographic information systems; design and development of computer aided drafting applications; digital forensics; informatics; information technology; IT customer support and training; interactive user experience (UX); internet/intranet development, design, and maintenance; knowledge management; network management; program design; program testing; project management; server management; storage management; systems management; technical writing; telecommunications; virtual technology. If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.
Additional Comments The Office of Information Technology Services is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage all individuals with disabilities to apply.
There are 2 vacancies available under this posting.
Some positions may require fingerprinting and background checks.
Benefits of Working for NYS
Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development
Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
Additional Benefits
• Up to 50% telecommuting
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• And many more.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address postingresponses@its.ny.gov
Address
Street Office of Information Technology Services, Human Resources Management
Swan Street Building, Core 4, Floor 1
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter and indicate that you are applying for Information Technology Specialist 2 Programming (hourly), Ref. #8372M and include the Vacancy ID of this posting in your subject line. Please specify in your cover letter how you meet the minimum qualifications.