Duties Description The New York State Education Department's Office of Information Technology Services is seeking applicants for the position of Information Technology Specialist 3 (Programming). The incumbent will support the Special Education Information Technology Systems: primarily focusing on SEQAIS and SPEC-ED Providers. Additionally, they will assist with the modernization of IHRS into ERA. The incumbent will report to the Special Ed ITS unit lead and responsibilities of this position will include, but not limited to:
• Serve as lead technical developer for the Special Ed ITS applications of SEQAIS and Providers, including system analysis, development, troubleshooting, testing, and deployment;
• Aid during the modernization of the IHRS application into ERA;
• Give input into architecture discussions and collaborate with colleagues to develop overall staff skill sets;
• Work with Program Office Staff, Business Analysts, and other IT staff to understand business requirements of multiple program offices;
• Analyze the impact of proposed system changes on existing components and make the necessary revisions;
• Develop project plans and status reports for business staff and IT management;
• Ensure the Special Ed ITS applications meet security standards and conform to security best practices;
• Ensure systems and procedures are appropriately documented, meet Department standards, and follow generally accepted IT practices to foster the integrity of automated systems and data;
• Supervise and mentor Information Technology Specialist II staff; and
• Demonstrate effective communication skills with concise, clear, and grammatically correct communication.
Minimum Qualifications NY HELPS
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be 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 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.
NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:
• Five years of professional experience in computer programming which must have involved the planning, configuration, testing, implementation, and/or management of the systems environment that supports the organization's information technology architecture and business needs.
Substitution: A bachelor's degree in any field including or supplemented by 15 semester credit hours in computer science with at least 9 semester credit hours in programming languages and two years of experience in computer programming; or a bachelor's or higher level degree in any field and three years of experience in computer programming; or an associate degree with 15 semester credit hours in programming languages and four years of experience in computer programming.
PROMOTION: One year of permanent service as an Information Technology Specialist 2 (Programming).
COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Information Technology Specialist 3 (Programming).
Eligible List Appointment: Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for this title. If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for this title, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter.
Section 70.4 Transfer to Information Technology Specialist 3 (Programming): Candidates may be eligible for nomination for transfer under Section 70.4 of the Civil Service Law to this title if they are a current NYS employee with one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-21 or higher AND have standing on the eligible list for this title.
Section 52.6 Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title allocated SG-21 or higher eligible to transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.
For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website. https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/title-search/index.cfm
55b/c Appointment: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and candidates with 55b/c eligibility are encouraged to apply. Candidates must possess a current 55b/c eligibility letter and meet the minimum qualifications.
It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent, competitive or non-competitive appointment. For 55b/c appointment, candidates must possess the minimum qualifications, a current 55b/c eligibility letter and are subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Promotions and transfers may change appointees' negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits.
Verification of education and experience will be required at the time of interview for all candidates.
This position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 50% each bi-weekly pay period and is granted at the discretion of the supervisor and the appointing office.
This position requires occasional off-shift night and weekend work.
This position leads to a maximum salary of $114,585 based on annual performance advances. For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Fax (518) 486-5631
Email Address
[email protected] AddressStreet NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528 EB
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12234
Notes on Applying APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by September 15, 2026, to
[email protected] (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (PIMS-1150/51892) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
