Information Technology Specialist 3
New York State Civil Service - Ray Brook
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NY HELP No
nAgency Information Technology Services, Office of
nTitle Information Technology Specialist 3 - 9184
nOccupational Category I.T. Engineering, Sciences
nSalary Grade 23
nBargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
nSalary Range From $86681 to $109650 Annually
nEmployment Type Full-Time
nAppointment Type Contingent Permanent
nJurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
nTravel Percentage 0%
nWorkweek Mon-Fri
nHours Per Week 37.5
nWorkday
nFrom 8 AM
nTo 5 PM
nFlextime allowed? No
nMandatory overtime? No
nCompressed workweek allowed? No
nTelecommuting allowed? Yes
nCounty Essex
nStreet Address 1133 State Route 86
nCity Ray Brook
nState NY
nZip Code 12977
nDuties Description ITS provides operational support to state agencies on a 24x7x365 basis; some positions may be required to provide this critical service at any time.Under the general direction of an Information Technology Specialist 4, the Information Technology Specialist 3 will function as manager of ITS 2 staff doing general desktop support for End User Support staff within the NYS Office of IT Services (ITS) PARKS. These positions will be assigned to a variety of locations in support of ITS's client agencies and may require lifting equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, intermittent travel, and some overtime. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:• Review and assign IT Service Management (ITSM) system incident and request tickets within designated assignment groups.• Receive and professionally and courteously address desktop support calls transferred by the Service Desk.• Monitor ITSM work queues to ensure timely and effective resolution/fulfillment of client requests.• Collaborate with counterparts within other regional areas as workload dictates. • Install, load, and configure software and applications.• Troubleshoot and provide technical assistance to clients.• Obtain base knowledge in the core products used by supported clients.• Document diagnostic steps taken to troubleshoot/resolve client issues.• Work with other ITS groups to resolve computer-related issues.• Install, configure, and troubleshoot multi-function printers and network printers.• Work with vendor support to resolve technical problems with agency IT equipment.• Train and orient users on hardware and software where appropriate.• Perform the full range of supervisory responsibilities, as applicable.
nMinimum Qualifications One year of permanent competitive services as an Information Technology Specialist 3 OR in a position at G-21 or higher deemed administrative under Section 52.6 of Civil Service Law OR in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in advancement of more than two salary grades.Note: If you are on the examination eligible list for the position title in this location, you do not need to respond to this posting unless you are also eligible for appointment by one of the qualifications listed above. Candidates must be reachable on the current eligible list for this title in order to be list appointed.
nAdditional Comments 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. 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 developmentHealth Care Benefits• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional costAdditional 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.
nSome positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
nName ITS Human Resources
nTelephone 518-473-0398
nFax 518-402-4924
nEmail Address
nAddress
nStreet Empire State Plaza
nSwan Street Building, Core 4, Floor 1
nCity Albany
nState NY
nZip Code 12220
nNotes on Applying To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume clearly indicating how you qualify. Ensure that you include the vacancy ID in the subject of your email for prompt routing. Your Social Security number may be required to confirm eligibility.