Information Technology Specialist 3 (Programming) (NY HELPS), Box PIMS-895/51832

New York State Education Department; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Information Technology Specialist 3 to join their dynamic team. This role offers exciting opportunities in web application development, low-code platform administration, and API integration. You will leverage modern technologies like Java, JavaScript, and Oracle SQL while mentoring junior staff. The position not only allows for professional growth but also offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment that values innovation and efficiency. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 15 credit hours in computer science and 2 years of programming experience.
• Experience in application development and backend database design.

Responsibilities

• Develop web applications using Java and JavaScript.
• Supervise IT Specialist 2 staff and document systems.

Skills

Java

JavaScript

Oracle SQL

PL/SQL

CSS

SASS

HTML

API Development

Agile Development

JIRA

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Associate Degree in Programming

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Git

ABSuite

Job description

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New York State Education Department provided pay range

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Base pay range

$86,681.00/yr - $109,650.00/yr

Duties Description

The New York State Education Department's (NYSED) Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) is seeking applicants for an Information Technology Specialist 3 (Programming) position. This position offer opportunities in many different areas, including, but not limited to:

• Web application development leveraging technologies such as Java and Javascript;
• Application development using the ABSuite development toolset;
• Low-code platform development and administration;
• API development and integration support;
• Backend database design and maintenance using Oracle SQL and PL/SQL; and/or
• UX design and frontend development using Javascript, CSS, SASS, and HTML (e.g., Bootstrap, VueJS)
  
  

In addition to working in one or more of the above areas, this position will be expected to:

• Supervise and mentor IT Specialist 2 staff;
• Document systems and ensure efficient work tracking leveraging the department's project management tools, such as JIRA, Confluence, and Git;
• Have working knowledge of modern application development methodologies, including continuous integration, peer review using code reviews, and agile development; and
• Collaborate with program offices and IT staff to understand, document, and implement business requirements.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

NY HELPS

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

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be 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 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.

Non-competitive Minimum Qualifications

To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet ONE of the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:

• a bachelor’s or higher-level degree in any field including or supplemented by 15 semester credit hours in computer science with at least 9 semester credit hours in programming languages AND two years of experience in computer programming*; OR
• a bachelor’s or higher-level degree in any field AND three years of experience in computer programming; OR
• an associate degree with 15 semester credit hours in programming languages AND four years of experience in computer programming; OR
• five years of experience in computer programming.
• Computer programming experience must have involved the planning, configuration, testing, implementation, and/or management of the systems environment that supports the organizations information technology architecture and business needs.
  
  

PROMOTION: Current NYSED State employees must have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as an Information Technology Specialist 2, Information Technology Specialist 2 (Programming), or Supervising Computer Operator.

Competitive Minimum Qualifications

Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Information Technology Specialist 3 (Programming).

Eligible List Appointment: Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for this title. If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for this title, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter.

Section 52.6 Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title allocated SG-21 or higher eligible to transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.

For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website. https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/title-search/index.cfm

55b/c Appointment: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and candidates with 55b/c eligibility are encouraged to apply. Candidates must possess a current 55b/c eligibility letter and one of the following minimum qualifications:

• a bachelor’s or higher-level degree in any field including or supplemented by 15 semester credit hours in computer science with at least 9 semester credit hours in programming languages AND two years of experience in computer programming;
  
  

Or 2. a bachelor’s or higher-level degree in any field AND three years of experience in computer programming;

Or 3. an associate degree with 15 semester credit hours in programming languages AND four years of experience in computer programming;

Or 4. five years of experience in computer programming.

• Computer programming experience must have involved the planning, configuration, testing, implementation, and/or management of the systems environment that supports the organizations information technology architecture and business needs.
  
  

Additional Comments

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This will be a contingent-permanent competitive appointment or a contingent-permanent non-competitive appointment., For 55b/c appointment, candidates must possess the minimum qualifications, a current 55b/c eligibility letter and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of Coursework and experience will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. This position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 50% each bi-weekly pay period and is granted at the discretion of the supervisor and the appointing office.

This position leads to a maximum salary of $109,650 based on annual performance advances. For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by May 19, 2025 to [e-mail] (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (PIMS-895/51832) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.

New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.

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• https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/
• https://www.cs.ny.gov/pio/publications/gettingajob.pdf
  
  

Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:

Holiday & Paid Time Off

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.
  
  

Health Care Benefits

• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.
  
  

Additional Benefits

• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Government Administration

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