Review Vacancy
AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of
TitleInformation Technology Specialist 4 - 10482
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $96336 to $121413 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Duties Description Under the direction of a Manager of Information Technology Services 1, within the Digital Transformation Office, Geospatial Services Bureau, Geospatial Client Services, the incumbent will help guide the implementation of enterprise GIS within New York State agencies including the NYS Department of Transportation.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Oversee and/or provide full operational support for agency geospatial systems and geospatial components within agency or state enterprise systems. This includes maintaining an understanding of the system’s context within the enterprise and a working familiarity with all system integrations.
• Oversee and/or perform installation, configuration, customization, administration, testing, maintenance, and monitoring of enterprise GIS platforms, including the NYSDOT Enterprise Linear Referencing System, used by ITS or client agencies.
• Support client agency GIS Coordinators or Leads on responsible and effective implementation and use of geospatial data and solutions including training, coordination, and outreach. Assist the Geospatial Client Services Manager as the designated Geospatial Client Services point of contact for one or more ITS client agencies.
• Oversee and/or perform application development, testing, troubleshooting, implementation, and documentation activities.
• Serve as the technical lead for small to medium sized GIS implementations, including vendor-developed-GIS solutions.
• Perform supervisory and management duties within the Geospatial Client Services, including recruitment and hiring for the GIS team, on-boarding and training new hires, and employee performance and evaluation programs.
• Oversee Geospatial Services IT Service Management including management of incident and service request queues, changes, and releases.
• Support the State's emergency preparedness and response efforts. While infrequent, this task may involve off-hours work and travel
Minimum Qualifications Open to NYS employees with one year of permanent competitive service as an Information Technology Specialist 4, SG25 OR in a position at the SG23 level or higher deemed administrative under Section 52.6 of Civil Service Law OR in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in advancement of more than two salary grades.
Note: If you are on the examination eligible list for the position title in this location, you do not need to respond to this posting unless you are also eligible for appointment by one of the qualifications listed above. Candidates must be reachable on the current eligible list for this title in order to be list appointed.
Additional Comments ITS will not offer permanent employment to any candidate unless the candidate provides documentation that they are authorized to accept work in the United States on a permanent basis. It is the policy of ITS not to hire F1 or H1 visa holders for permanent employment or to sponsor non-immigrant aliens for temporary work authorization visas or for permanent residence.
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.
If eligible, 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.
to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.
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.
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.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address PostingResponses@its.ny.gov
Address
Swan Street Building, Core 4, Floor 1
Notes on ApplyingTo apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume clearly indicating how you qualify. Ensure that you include the vacancy ID in the subject of your email for prompt routing. Your Social Security number may be required to confirm eligibility.