M&B-2026-10 Information Technology Specialist

NJ Department of Environmental Protection•Trenton, NS

4d•Onsite

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. Develop project plans and conduct project management tasks. Identify/manage project dependencies, timelines, milestones, and deliverables. Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team; analyze results and trouble shoot problem areas. Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises and devise contingency plans. Analyze existing business processes to develop optimized process workflows and implementation of these workflows and functionality needed to integrate new and re-engineered programs into NJDEP electronic data/workflow/Business Process Management (BPM) systems. Conduct training on new systems/current system changes. Assist programs in implementation tasks, policy/procedure development, data conversion and overall roll-out. Manage and track change requests and support issues. Participate on IT systems modernization team. Assist in identifying process changes/pain points that must be resolved as part of the modernization process.

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. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility.
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. The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 suite.
Experience with workflow evaluation/definition/development.
Experience in the design & implementation of software including design sessions, reviewing Design Documents, and user acceptance testing.
Knowledge of Pega or other BPM/CRM systems development and maintenance.
Knowledge of relational databases & software such as SQL Developer or Business Objects.
Knowledge and experience using no-code/low-code platforms such as SimpliGov and GIS are a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop project plans and conduct project management tasks.
Identify/manage project dependencies, timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team; analyze results and trouble shoot problem areas.
Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises and devise contingency plans.
Analyze existing business processes to develop optimized process workflows and implementation of these workflows and functionality needed to integrate new and re-engineered programs into NJDEP electronic data/workflow/Business Process Management (BPM) systems.
Conduct training on new systems/current system changes.
Assist programs in implementation tasks, policy/procedure development, data conversion and overall roll-out.
Manage and track change requests and support issues.
Participate on IT systems modernization team.
Assist in identifying process changes/pain points that must be resolved as part of the modernization process.

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