Review Vacancy
AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of
TitleInformation Technology Specialist 1 (NY HELPs) - 4846
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $52198 to $66634 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Open Competitive: 60 semester credit hours including or supplemented by 15 semester credit hours in computer science.
OR
One year of experience in information technology. Qualifying Experience: 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.
Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title allocated SG-12 or higher eligible to transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
55b/c Appointment: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and candidates are encouraged to apply.
NYS HELPS: This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).
Preferred Qualifications:
3 months to 1 year of experience in Collaboration Tools AND 3 months to 1 year of experience Development, Programming Languages, Protocols and Tools of Development, Programming Languages, Protocols and Tools
OR
3 months to 1 year of experience in MS Dynamics CRM
Duties Description Under the director of an Information Technology Specialist 4 System Programming, SG25, within the Chief Technology Office, Business Application Services, Labor, Workforce, and Education Portfolio, The primary duties of this position are as follows: Specific duties include, but not limited to:
• Support and management of Microsoft Dynamics/PowerApp and SharePoint solutions through training and on-hand experience.
• Assist solution developers in creating and maintaining solution documentation and other project artifacts.
• Complete other IT related tasks that may be assigned by the supervisor of the unit.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of new features, functions, and upgrades of Microsoft Dynamics/Power Apps as they become available.
Additional Comments Some positions may require fingerprinting.
Some positions may require up to 25% travel and/or lifting up to 50 lbs. Some positions are pending Civil Service approval. Details of position(s) will be described further if you are selected for an interview.
Positions located in New York City, will receive an additional $3,400 downstate adjustment location pay with regular annual salary. Positions located in the Mid-Hudson will receive an additional $1,650 adjustment location pay.
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a non- competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In May 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.
At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
We are recruiting for positions within this role.
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
• 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.