What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Technology Specialist 2 (Programming)(NYHELPS) Item #00558 position at Office of the NYS Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli?
Duties Description
This position is on the Employer Support Team in the Bureau of Peoplesoft & Payment Applications in the Chief Information Office.
Civil Service exams are not required under the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program:
Non-Competitive Qualifications for appointment under the NY HELPS Program:
For appointment to an Information Technology Specialist 2 Programming, you must have:
You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title, eligible under the 55 b/c program, or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.
To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: Career Mobility Office » GOT-IT (ny.gov)
Non-Competitive promotion (NCP) qualifications:
You must be a qualified employee of the Office of the New York State Comptroller and have had one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as an Information Technology Specialist 1 Programing.
NCP/Provisional notes:
If the number of interested candidates who meet the promotional qualifications is three or less, the agency; at its discretion, may nominate one or more of the candidates for a noncompetitive promotion without further examination under the provisions of Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law.
If the number of interested candidates who meet the promotional qualifications is more than three, the agency; at its discretion, may nominate one or more of the candidates for a provisional promotion under the provisions of Section 65 of the Civil Service Law.
55-b/c:
This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. For more information on this program, please visit the NYS Department of Civil Service website, 55b/c Recruitment Resources Center (ny.gov).
Additional Comments
Preferred Qualifications/Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency’s mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee’s primary residence location, duties, and work performance are aligned with telecommuting and operational needs they may be allowed to do so. Generally, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period but may be approved to telecommute less.
Reasonable Accommodation:
The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.
The Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
OSC offers competitive salaries and benefits, and opportunities for advancement, continuing education, and professional development. We provide a professional environment where employees are encouraged to push themselves while maintaining work-life balance. Our generous benefits package includes:
This position is on the Employer Support Team in the Bureau of Peoplesoft & Payment Applications in the Chief Information Office.
- Support the Retirement System through technical analysis, design, development, and on call support.
- Assist the team in the creation of design documents and other system documentation.
- Follow coding standards.
- Demonstrate effective communication, collaboration, and proactive approach to problem solving.
- This position requires strong programming and troubleshooting skills, adaptability to new technologies, and ability to work under pressure.
Civil Service exams are not required under the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program:
Non-Competitive Qualifications for appointment under the NY HELPS Program:
For appointment to an Information Technology Specialist 2 Programming, you must have:
- A bachelor's or higher-level degree, including or supplemented by 15 credit hours in computer science courses.
- A bachelor's or higher-level degree in any field and at least one year of the experience in information technology.
- A minimum of 60 college semester credit hours including at least 15 credit hours in computer science courses and one year of the experience in information technology.
- A total of two years of experience in information technology.
You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title, eligible under the 55 b/c program, or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.
To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: Career Mobility Office » GOT-IT (ny.gov)
Non-Competitive promotion (NCP) qualifications:
You must be a qualified employee of the Office of the New York State Comptroller and have had one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as an Information Technology Specialist 1 Programing.
NCP/Provisional notes:
If the number of interested candidates who meet the promotional qualifications is three or less, the agency; at its discretion, may nominate one or more of the candidates for a noncompetitive promotion without further examination under the provisions of Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law.
If the number of interested candidates who meet the promotional qualifications is more than three, the agency; at its discretion, may nominate one or more of the candidates for a provisional promotion under the provisions of Section 65 of the Civil Service Law.
55-b/c:
This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. For more information on this program, please visit the NYS Department of Civil Service website, 55b/c Recruitment Resources Center (ny.gov).
Additional Comments
Preferred Qualifications/Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Demonstrated experience in Object Oriented Programming OR Object-Oriented Programming coursework.
- Demonstrated experience with SQL is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience with PeopleSoft is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience with programming tools/IDEs (i.e., Eclipse, Ultra Editor, etc.) is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience with database management tools (i.e., Oracle SQL Developer, PL/SQL Developer, TOAD, etc.) is preferred.
- Proficient at communicating with technical staff and customers alike.
- Strong analytical thinker with excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated experience in handling high pressure situations, including the ability to work under tight deadlines, troubleshoot production issues (both during shift and on call), and able to shift priorities with minimal guidance.
- Demonstrated experience in adapting to new technologies as the environment changes.
- Strong self-starter, with ability to pick up quickly on new technologies even when formal training and access to in-house experts are limited.
The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency’s mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee’s primary residence location, duties, and work performance are aligned with telecommuting and operational needs they may be allowed to do so. Generally, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period but may be approved to telecommute less.
Reasonable Accommodation:
The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.
The Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
OSC offers competitive salaries and benefits, and opportunities for advancement, continuing education, and professional development. We provide a professional environment where employees are encouraged to push themselves while maintaining work-life balance. Our generous benefits package includes:
- A state pension with vesting after five years’ service
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance available to all employees and their dependents
- Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health care
- Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP), allowing eligible employees to exchange previously accrued leave in return for a credit to be applied toward their health insurance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- NYS Deferred Compensation plan
- Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
- Holiday and paid time off
- Shift and geographic pay differentials
- A committed continuous learning environment
- Informational Brown Bag sessions
- Wellness at Work Programs to promote employee health and wellness
- OSC Mentoring Program to network, contribute, and provide an opportunity to strengthen competencies in a variety of areas
- And much more
Salary : $66,951 - $85,138