F&W-2026-12 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. This position requires knowledge and skill to install, configure, upgrade, and troubleshoot any hardware and software components found on agency computers or information technology and the ability to provide informal training and assistance to agency employees or general public. This position requires training in DEP's Division of Information and Technology acquisition management policies and procedures. This position requires specialized training in virtual meeting platforms and web hosting services. This position will review, prepare, and submit for approval all IT acquisitions/purchases to ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations and policies. At program's request, this position will initiate and monitor the progress of IT projects to maintain a running inventory of all projects and purchases. This position will participate on teams responsible for implementing IT systems changes, provide technical guidance on a wide range and variety of complex IT issues to senior management, and serve as primary liaison with agency employees and the public on matters related to web-hosting platform operations and support.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's 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's 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 for evaluation for possible credit (16 training hours = 1 college credit). In-house training courses will not be accepted.
- 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.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to evaluate proposals for the acquisition of IT products or services to ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations and established acquisition policies and procedures.
- Ability to understand project management principles, methods and technical requirements.
- Ability to communicate complex issues affecting the program to senior management.
- Ability to participate in DEP IT CORE Team meetings.
- Ability to assist employees/public in installing applications and troubleshoot post-installation problems.
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.
- Install, configure, upgrade, and troubleshoot hardware and software components on agency computers.
- Provide informal training and assistance to agency employees or the general public.
- Review, prepare, and submit IT acquisitions/purchases for approval.
- Initiate and monitor the progress of IT projects.
- Maintain a running inventory of all IT projects and purchases.
- Participate on teams responsible for implementing IT systems changes.
- Provide technical guidance on complex IT issues to senior management.
- Serve as primary liaison with agency employees and the public on web-hosting platform operations and support.
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
