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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 04/23/15

Applications Due05/03/15

Vacancy ID20594

AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of

TitleInformation Technology Specialist 2 (Programming), Ref # PSC800

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade18

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

Salary RangeFrom $63070 to $66494 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address 800 North Pearl Street

City Menands

StateNY

Zip Code12204

Minimum Qualifications Open to NYS employees with one year of permanent, competitive service as an Information Technology Specialist 2 (Programming), G-18 or in a position at the G-16 level or above deemed administrative and eligible to transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in an advancement of more than two salary grades.

Candidates reachable on the appropriate eligible list resulting from examination for this title will be considered through a canvass.

The minimum qualifications for taking the examination for Information Technology Specialist 2 (Programming), G-18 are as follows:

a. Promotion Examination: One year of permanent, competitive service as an Information Technology Specialist 1 (Programming), G-14;

b. Open-Competitive Examination: One of the following:

i. Bachelor's or higher-level degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or Telecommunications;

ii. Bachelor's or higher-level degree including or supplemented by 15 credit hours in Computer Science including at least 9 credit hours in programming languages;

iii. Bachelor’s or higher-level degree and at least a total of one year of experience in the following computer-related areas: computer programming; business/systems analysis; program design, or program testing;

iv. 60 semester credit hours or more including at least 15 credit hours in computer science courses and at least a total of one year of experience in the following computer-related areas: computer programming; business/systems analysis; program design; or program testing;

v. At least a total of two years of experience in the following computer-related areas: computer programming; business/ systems analysis; program design; or program testing.

Duties Description Produce comprehensive design review documents using established Management Information Systems (MIS) standards that clearly, correctly, and completely reflect assigned tasks; draw accurate conclusions with valid time estimates, and propose thorough recommendations with multiple solutions where possible; maintain and produce efficient and structured programs that follow established MIS standards, perform defined functions as specified in the approved design review documentation, and produce accurate outputs; ensure programs are free from errors or omissions and maintain a thorough, neat, and proper flow, utilizing comments appropriately; efficiently utilize job-related tools (SDF2, Platinum, etc.); plan, execute and document program and systems tests to ensure intended functions are performed and results are acceptable to users; ensure testing is performed thoroughly and accurately, modifying the test plan as necessary during the programming phase, and updating documentation; responsible for three highly customized Share Point/C# applications Correspondence Tracking, Inmate Grievance and Inspect General Case Tracking; prepare administrative reports and correspondence for agency and interagency concerns promptly and professionally; lead project teams to develop project plans according to MIS standards, while helping to anticipate potential obstacles and making sound and fair decisions throughout the project life cycle.

Additional Comments Must successfully complete background check and fingerprint processing.

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

Name Laurie Rotondaro

Telephone 518-473-0398

Fax 518-402-4924

Email Address HR.recruitment@its.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of IT Services

ESP, PO Box 2062

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12220

 

Notes on ApplyingTo apply, please send a cover letter and resume and indicate that you are applying for Information Technology Specialist 2 Programming, Ref # PSC800. Please clearly indicate how you qualify for this position. Your Social Security Number may be required in order to confirm your eligibility.

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