Computer Associate

NYC Department of Finance; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Department of Finance invites applications for a Computer Associate in the Property Assessment Technology Unit. The role focuses on designing, maintaining and supporting software systems used to value and assess properties, with opportunities to develop reports and database objects on SQL Server.

The position supports production fixes, documentation, and project work across the Property Division, with a remote option for up to two days per week under the City's pilot program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field with 24 credits in CS or related area and one year of relevant experience, or
• Four-year high school diploma with five years of satisfactory full-time computer software experience, or
• Education/experience equivalent to the above with substitutions allowed per policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, configuration, installation, testing, and documentation of new or modified software systems.
• Develop reports and implement database objects (tables, stored procedures, functions) on SQL Server or other relational databases.
• Provide ongoing application support and deploy fixes for production issues.
• Create technical, functional and user documentation.
• Participate in IT projects including requirements gathering, system analysis, and implementation support.

Skills

Excel

GIS

SQL Server

SharePoint

SDLC

Agile

OOP

Relational DBs

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

IMPORTANT NOTE: CANDIDATES MUST BE PERMANENT IN THE COMPUTER ASSOCIATE (SOFTWARE) CIVIL SERVICE TITLE OR ARE PERMANENT IN A COMPARABLE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE ELIGIBLE FOR A 6.1.9 TITLE CHANGE. NYC Department of Finance (DOF) is responsible for administering the tax revenue laws of the city fairly, efficiently, and transparently to instill public confidence and encourage compliance while providing exceptional customer service. DOF's Property Valuation and Tax Mapping is responsible for valuing more than one million properties in the city and overseeing assessments and valuations in a fair and equitable manner. The valuations enable the efficient and effective collection of property tax revenues for New York City. The Property Assessment Technology Unit is responsible for assisting with design, implementation, enhancement, maintenance and analysis of application software and systems in the Property Assessment Technology Unit. The Unit's functions include maintaining and testing systems related to property valuation and researching new technology products. The Property Division is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Computer Associate to join its Property Assessment Technology team. Under direct supervision, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, the ideal candidate will perform technical and support activities related to the agency's software systems, with a focus on applications utilized by the Property Division.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, configuration, installation, testing, and documentation of new or modified software systems.
• Develop reports and implement database objects (e.g., tables, stored procedures, functions) on SQL Server or other relational databases.
• Provide ongoing application support and deploy fixes for production issues.
• Create technical functional and user documentation.
• Participation in IT projects in Property Division, including requirements gathering, system analysis, and implementation support for new and existing systems.
• Troubleshoot issues reported by users of the Property Valuation systems, providing timely resolution and guidance.
• Perform information research and analysis in support of IT initiatives.
• Stay updated with the latest technologies and industry trends relevant to the role.

Additional Information

This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program agreed between the City and the Collective Bargaining Unit representing employees serving in the civil service title. COMPUTER ASSOC (SOFTWARE) - 13631

Minimum Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by 24 semester credits in computer science or a related computer field and one year of satisfactory full-time computer software experience in computer systems development and analysis, applications programming, database administration, maintenance and support, systems programming, data communications, mainframe development, mobile development, web development and design; or
• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and five years of satisfactory full-time computer software experience as described in "1" above; or
• Education and or/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. College education may be substituted for up to two years of the required experience in "2" above on the basis that 60 semester credits from an accredited college is equated to one year of experience. In addition, 24 semester credits from an accredited college or graduate school in computer science or a related field, or a certificate of at least 625 hours in computer programming from an accredited technical school (post high school), may be substituted for one year of experience. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and at least one year of satisfactory full-time experience as described in "1" above.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Excel, GIS, SQL Server, SharePoint. - Familiarity with the software development life cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies. - Knowledge of concepts such as Object-Oriented Programming and relational databases. - Experience in troubleshooting and resolving application or system issues. - Excellent communication (oral and written), interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills. - Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

,$77,394.00 – $89,003.00