LREP-2026-7 - Information Technology Specialist
About The Position
Under direct supervision in a state department, agency, data center, institution, or state college, assists in at least one of the following areas: the design and preparation of least complex operation routines and computer programs for electronic data processing equipment utilizing required and current software, operating systems, and multiprogramming technology; he control and/or implementation/maintenance of highly technical operating systems associated with new generations of computers to function toward optimum utilization of available hardware/software using comprehensive knowledge of the operating system function; the development, implementation, and maintenance of multi-network, multi-user Local Area Networks (LAN), Metropolitan Area Networks (MAN), and/or Wide Area Networks (WAN), maintenance of centralized, decentralized and remote network services, network security, data integrity, network performance monitoring, network problems resolution, and user support; does other related duties as required. Specific to the Position Liaison between Office of Record Access (ORA), Division of Information Technology (DOIT), and Department sub-units in the creation, enhancement, and functionality of department systems as well as the development of online applications and their ability to respond to records/informational needs to ensure compliance with Open Public Records Act (OPRA) and other record related Statutory requirements. As liaison, supports the maintenance and development of the Department's OPRA Tracking System (OPRATS), online OPRA portal, and Bureau internal/external websites and provides general IT support to Bureau. Oversees the review and processing of Department's Program's electronic records (scans) received from Treasury or outside Vendors into NJEMS and/or Highview Imaging System.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate degree in Computer Science or Computer/Information Technology.
- One (1) year of experience in at least one of the following areas: the design and preparation of programs for electronic data processing utilizing current operating systems, modification of systems software and multiprogramming technology; or the development, maintenance, or installation of application programs; or in performing technical support functions within a direct access device environment, or the development, implementation, and maintenance of multi-network, multi-user Local Area Networks (LAN), Metropolitan Area Networks (MAN), and/or Wide Area Networks (WAN) environment.
- Technical support functions include experience in resolution of online production and/or communications network problems, and/or code modification, testing, and debugging of program modules in an online environment, and/or space allocation and control of direct access storage devices (DASD management).
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science may be substituted for one (1) year of indicated experience.
- A general Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the Associate degree.
- Experience in the study of work methods/processes, analysis of varied types of data, design and preparation of systems/programs, operation of multiprogramming computer systems and work in the data processing support areas of input/output control or reliability support may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis with thirty (30) semester hour credits being equal to one (1) year of experience.
- Evidence of formal training in Computer Science/Information Technology received at an accredited institution may be submitted with your application for evaluation by the Department of Personnel for possible credit. These training courses will be examined to see how they compare, both in hours/content, to college courses to which they equate, sixteen (16) training hours being equal to one (1) college credit. In house training courses will not be accepted as meeting this criterion; thus, they will not be evaluated.
- All U.S. degrees and transcripts must be from an accredited college or university. All foreign degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting.
- Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
- Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations.
- Must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs if applying for Veteran's Preference.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of the technical skills, understanding, and application of technologies required to design, manage, and maintain digital systems, hardware, and networks.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the design and preparation of computer programs for electronic data processing equipment.
- Assist in the control and/or implementation/maintenance of highly technical operating systems.
- Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of multi-network, multi-user Local Area Networks (LAN), Metropolitan Area Networks (MAN), and/or Wide Area Networks (WAN).
- Maintain centralized, decentralized and remote network services, network security, data integrity, network performance monitoring, network problems resolution, and user support.
- Serve as a liaison between the Office of Record Access (ORA), Division of Information Technology (DOIT), and Department sub-units.
- Support the creation, enhancement, and functionality of department systems and the development of online applications.
- Ensure compliance with Open Public Records Act (OPRA) and other record-related statutory requirements.
- Support the maintenance and development of the Department's OPRA Tracking System (OPRATS) and online OPRA portal.
- Provide general IT support to the Bureau.
- Oversee the review and processing of the Department's Program's electronic records (scans).
Benefits
- Paid Benefit Leave
- Holiday Pay
- Alternative Workweek Program
- Telework
- Pension
- Deferred Compensation
- Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
- Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
- Commuter Tax Savings Program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
