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Information Technology Specialist 2 (Programming)

Applications Due: | Appointment Type: NY HELPS | Salary Range: From $65,001 to $82,656 Annually

Overview

Occupational Category
I.T. Engineering, Sciences
Salary Grade
Grade 18
Salary Range
From $65,001 to $82,656 Annually
Bargaining Unit
PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Employment Type
Full Time
Jurisdictional Class
Competitive Class
Travel Percentage
0%
Workweek
Mon-Fri, 8:00AM - 4:00PM
Location
110 State Street
Albany, NY 12236
Hours Per Week
37.5
Flextime Allowed
No
Mandatory Overtime
No
Compressed Workweek Allowed
No
Telecommuting Allowed
Yes

Qualifications

No exam required under the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program.

  • A bachelor's or higher-level degree in computer science, computer information systems, telecommunications, or management information systems.

OR—

  • A bachelor's or higher-level degree, including or supplemented by 15 credit hours in computer science courses.

OR—

  • A bachelor's or higher-level degree in any field and at least one year of the experience described below.*

OR—

  • A minimum of 60 college semester credit hours including at least 15 credit hours in computer science courses and one year of the experience described below.*

OR—

  • Two years of experience in the following computer related areas:
    • Network, server, storage, and systems management
    • Telecommunications
    • IT customer support and training
    • Computer installation, diagnosis and repair
    • Technical writing
    • Computer security
    • Knowledge management
    • Database administration, design and management 
    • Internet/intranet development, design, and maintenance
    • Information technology project management
    • Design and development of geographic information systems or computer aided drafting applications;
    • Computer programming
    • Business/systems analysis
    • Program design
    • Program testing

Other Ways to Qualify:

  • You're currently reachable on the the appropriate eligible list for this title,
  • You're eligible under the 55 b/c program
  • For 70.1 and/or 52.6 transfer to an Information Technology Specialist 2, salary grade (SG)-18, you must have one year of permanent competitive, or 55-b/55-c service in an approved title for transfer allocated to an SG-16 or above. To determine if you're current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility website. Appointments via transfer must not result in a second, consecutive transfer with an advancement of more than two S-grades or one M-grade. Depending on qualifications, you may be required to serve a 1 or 2-year traineeship that leads to the full level SG-18 position.

Duties 

  • Perform coding, testing, and debugging activities.
  • Plan and conduct application programming design.
  • Implement new and revised systems.
  • Maintain systems after implementation.
  • Conduct or assist in business/systems analysis and design.
  • Supervise lower-level IT staff.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Demonstrated experience in technical writing (3 months to less than 1 year).
  • Exceptional customer service skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.
  • Strong analytical thinker with excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to interact with technical and business staff alike.

Additional Comments

Telecommuting

The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency’s mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee’s duties and work performance are aligned with telecommuting they may be allowed to do so. Upon approval to telecommute, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period.

Reasonable Accommodation

The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers. 

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

Cover Letter & Resume

Submit a clear, concise cover letter and resume stating how you meet the above minimum qualifications. Reference Item #00158873 -NY HELPS Information Technology Specialist2 (Programming) on your cover letter for proper routing.

Apply Here

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Questions?

Diana Chiachiaretta

P: (518) 474-1924

F: (518) 486-6723

[email protected]

Office of Human Resources

110 State Street, Albany NY 12236

Alternatively, email your cover letter & resumé to [email protected]. Reference 00158873 -NY HELPS Information Technology Specialist2 (Programming) in the subject line.