Information Technology Specialist 2 Programming (NY HELPs) - 82126

NYS Office of Information Technology Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Job summary

NYS Office of Information Technology Services in Albany seeks a versatile Information Technology Specialist performing SDLC duties across development and maintenance tasks. The role requires rapid adaptation to legislative changes and strong coding, testing and design skills in Java/J2EE and related languages.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, writing specifications, collaborating across teams, and supporting end-users while leveraging AIX DB2, .NET, and XML technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 15 CS credit hours or higher in computer science, or equivalent experience.
• One year of information technology experience or two years of IT experience if degree is outside CS.
• Open to NYS employees with related progressive classifications per gate rules.

Responsibilities

• Coding, testing and maintenance of Java/J2EE applications per specifications.
• Create detailed design specifications for system implementations and integrations.
• Use SQL/DB tools and databases (AIX DB2) to troubleshoot and modify components.
• Identify business requirements to automate applications meeting priorities.
• Collaborate in team environments and with other teams as needed.
• Provide end-user support and troubleshoot data issues; assist in meetings with customers.

Skills

Java/J2EE

C++

HTML/XHTML

JavaScript

Visual C#

.NET

XML

Education

Bachelor's degree with CS coursework

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

AIX DB2

SQL

Job description

Duties Description

Under the direction of an Information Technology Specialist 3 within the Office of Information Technology Services/Dedicated Support Tax Team in Albany, the selected candidate will be responsible for all phases of the System Development Life Cycle. The responsibilities will include both new development as well as maintenance tasks. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment where legislative changes must be quickly implemented. This position is responsible for analysis, program development and testing of agency application systems. Illustrative duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Coding, testing and maintenance of Java/J2EE applications that are in compliance with program specifications and coding standards
• Creating detailed program design specifications for system implementations, Integrations, and enhancements.
• Utilizing relevant programming languages, queries, utilities, maintenance tools, and relational databases (e.g. AIX DB2) to troubleshoot, update, and modify the various components.
• Identifying issues for which a technical solution is required and assisting in continued improvement.
• Communicating technical issues and information effectively, both verbally and in writing, with functional and technical staff to gather technical requirements.
• Identifying business requirements to develop automated applications which meet business priorities.
• Collaborating effectively within a team environment, as well as members of other teams as necessary.
• Providing support for end-users and troubleshooting help desk tickets and data issues.
• Facilitate and participate in meetings with ITS and DTF customers.
• Communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, with DTF management and users, ITS management, and team members.

Description

Duties Description

Under the direction of an Information Technology Specialist 3 within the Office of Information Technology Services/Dedicated Support Tax Team in Albany, the selected candidate will be responsible for all phases of the System Development Life Cycle. The responsibilities will include both new development as well as maintenance tasks. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment where legislative changes must be quickly implemented. This position is responsible for analysis, program development and testing of agency application systems. Illustrative duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Coding, testing and maintenance of Java/J2EE applications that are in compliance with program specifications and coding standards
• Creating detailed program design specifications for system implementations, Integrations, and enhancements.
• Utilizing relevant programming languages, queries, utilities, maintenance tools, and relational databases (e.g. AIX DB2) to troubleshoot, update, and modify the various components.
• Identifying issues for which a technical solution is required and assisting in continued improvement.
• Communicating technical issues and information effectively, both verbally and in writing, with functional and technical staff to gather technical requirements.
• Identifying business requirements to develop automated applications which meet business priorities.
• Collaborating effectively within a team environment, as well as members of other teams as necessary.
• Providing support for end-users and troubleshooting help desk tickets and data issues.
• Utilizes the following technologies in order to perform assigned duties: C++, HTML/XHTML, Java, Javascript, Visual C#, XML, .NET
• Facilitate and participate in meetings with ITS and DTF customers.
• Communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, with DTF management and users, ITS management, and team members.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Open Competitive: A bachelor's or higher-level degree including or supplemented by 15 semester credit hours in computer science.

OR

A bachelor's or higher-level degree in any field and one year of experience in information technology;

OR

60 semester credit hours including or supplemented by 15 semester credit hours in computer science and one year of professional experience in information technology.

OR

Two years of professional experience in information technology.

Promotion: Open to NYS employees with one year of permanent competitive service as an Information Technology Specialist 1, Salary Grade (SG) 14.

Transfer: Open to NYS employees with one year of permanent competitive service as an Information Technology Specialist 2 or Information Technology Specialist 2 Programming, G-18; OR in a title G-16 or above deemed administrative under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.

55b/c Appointment: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and candidates are encouraged to apply.

Please Note

• Appointment to this position and continued employment with the agency is contingent upon obtaining and/or maintaining New York State residency within six months of hiring.
• Appointment to this position is not final until all agency approvals have been granted.

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.

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.

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.

NYS HELPS: This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).