Job Description

Posting number: POSTING

Department: MANAGEMENT iNFO SYST

Job classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

Posting type: Open

Categories: IT and Computers

The Information Technology Specialist II is a technical professional responsible for analyzing and improving systems and procedures. The incumbent works with all of the city’s enterprise digital solutions, databases and third-party information systems and is responsible for system and procedures analysis, design, programming and implementation working as a team member on a solutions team and/or providing team leadership and guidance, to a solutions team responsible for developing digital solutions. Responsibilities include communications and coordination between MIS, departments, stakeholders and end users; Designs and implements new systems and procedures; Program and maintain software applications; Provide technical support to users; Finalize specifications and timelines for new initiatives; Hardware setup and support; Assists with the procurement process Under general supervision, with latitude for independent actions or decisions, the duties involve supervision and analysis of assigned staff, systems and procedures, and their conversion into digital solutions.

Examples of duties

• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

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Continuous and permanent status in any city department as an Information Technology Specialist I or Computer Programmer for two years.

OPEN COMPETITIVE

(A) Bachelors Degree from a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education, in Computer Science or a closely related field and two years of qualifying experience*;

Or

(B) Associates Degree from a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education, in Computer Science or a closely related field and four years of qualifying experience*;

Or

(C) Completion of a program of instruction (minimum of 300 hours) in the Computer field at a commercial school registered by the New York State Department of Education or an out-of-state branch of that school and six years of qualifying experience*;

Or

(D) An equivalent combination as defined within the limits of A, B and C.

*QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE

Must have been full-time experience in the field of systems analysis and programming, including but not limited to participation in such areas as the design and implementation of computer systems (including feasibility studies); the generation of system specifications, the development of test data, systems testing, parallel testing pilot projects and post-installation follow-up. Programming experience is acceptable as qualifying if performed in conjunction with related analysis duties as described therein.

Applicants must also have experience in the development and support of .NET applications using ASP.NET, VB.NET, C#, VB, MS SQL, or a closely related field. Experience in Visual Studio , HTML, and JavaScript are desired

Special Requirement

Possession of a current NYS Driver’s License, which must be presented at time of appointment and maintained during employment. *Applicants must consent to screening requirements of the New York State License Event Notification Service (LENS). This provision is in accordance with Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Section 382.703(a) and cannot be performed without the consent of the applicant.

Note: Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated to meet full-time

experience requirements.

Proof of education must be presented at time of appointment.

THE CITY OF BUFFALO IS AN EQUAL OPPORUNITY EMPLOYER

Supplemental information

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

Thorough knowledge of database management systems, structures and techniques;

Thorough knowledge of computer hardware, software, networks and peripheral equipment;

Thorough knowledge of IT System(s) capabilities and limitations and application of same;

Working knowledge of the current principles, practices and methods of computer programming;

Working knowledge of the use and capabilities of the business applications of computers;

Working knowledge of systems such as Internet and browsers, Chromium, Edge, Firefox, etc.

Ability to develop and support various systems applications as required by the department;

Ability to analyze the database requirements of a variety of computer applications and to design appropriate relational database structures;

Ability to advise and train others in computer operation, software and database applications;

Ability to analyze and problem-solve computer user hardware and software problems;

Ability to learn new systems and technology;

Ability to understand and interpret complex oral and written instructions;

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing;

Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with others;

Self-starter with good organizational skills;

Supervision; tact; integrity;

Physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.