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NYS Office of Information Technology Services

Information Technology Specialist 2 - Hourly - 3472

NYS Office of Information Technology Services, Albany, New York, United States

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Information Technology Specialist 2 - Hourly - 3472 Base pay range: $32.00/hr - $32.00/hr

Overview ITS provides operational support to state agencies on a 24x7x365 basis; some positions may be required to provide this critical service at any time.

Duties

Under the direction of an Information Technology Specialist 3, SG-23, within the Office of Information Technology Services, Dedicated Support, New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) in Albany, the Information Technology Specialist 2 Hourly, SG-NS, will be responsible for the International Business Machines z/OS Mainframe job scheduling for HESC systems. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Review previous night’s run jobs for completion codes and identify and communicate errors.

Ensure system availability and workflow for all scheduled customer activities.

Operate and maintain production control scheduling packages for IBM z/OS mainframe including JCL (Job Control Language), IWS (IBM Workload Scheduler), TSO (Time Share Option).

Update daily job parameters, job setup, execution, and scheduling.

Develop, implement, and monitor the operations of the computer-based processing schedules for customer agencies.

Maintain, update, and create documentation for production control including maintaining runbooks.

Maintain system incident reports for compilation of daily reports and future reference.

Manage of all files processing in and out of jobs, manual data/file transfers and output distribution.

Demonstrate knowledge of the mainframe computer system and console software tools.

Respond to system problems and console messages.

Report issues to management and provide daily status updates.

Facilitate and participate in meetings with ITS and HESC customers.

Communicate clearly, both verbally and in technical writing, with HESC and ITS team members.

Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisors as necessary for the efficient operation of the production control Unit.

Perform the full range of supervisory responsibilities, as applicable.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications

Either 1. a bachelor's or higher-level degree including or supplemented by 15 semester credit hours in computer science;

Or 2. a bachelor's or higher-level degree in any field AND one year of experience in information technology;

Or 3. 60 semester credit hours including or supplemented by 15 semester credit hours in computer science AND one year of experience in information technology;

Or 4. two years of experience in information technology.

Experience in information technology includes experience in one or more of the following computer-related areas: artificial intelligence; automation; business/systems analysis; cloud computing; computer installation; diagnosis and repair; computer programming; cybersecurity/information assurance; data analytics; database administration, design and management; design and development of geographic information systems; design and development of computer aided drafting applications; digital forensics; informatics; information technology; IT customer support and training; interactive user experience (UX); internet/intranet development, design, and maintenance; knowledge management; network management; program design; program testing; project management; server management; storage management; systems management; technical writing; telecommunications; virtual technology. If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.

Preferred Qualifications

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.

Benefits of Working for NYS Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

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.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Science, Information Technology, and Engineering

Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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