Information Technology Specialist

Under direct supervision in a state institution,  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; the 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 will develop applications that assist in automation of facility operations. Programming consists of the automation of complex operational procedures.

*A COVER LETTER, RESUME AND APPLICATION ARE REQUIRED. PLEASE PROVIDE TRANSCRIPTS AND/OR LICENSE AS APPLICABLE. PLEASE SEND TO PST.APH@DOH.NJ.GOV

**PLEASE PROVIDE A COPY OF YOUR DEGREE / TRANSCRIPTS OR FORMAL CERTIFICATE WITH YOUR APPLICATION.

EDUCATION:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's degree in Computer Science or Computer/Information Technology.

EXPERIENCE:

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.

Note: Technical support functions include experience in resolution ofonline 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).

Note: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science may be substituted for one (1)  year of indicated experience.

NOTE:  A general Bachelor's degree from an accredited college oruniversity may be substituted for the Associate's degree.

SPECIAL NOTE ON SUBSTITUTING EXPERIENCE FOR EDUCATION

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.

NOTE: Evidence of formal training in Computer Science/Information Technology received at an accredited institution may be submitted withyour 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.

LICENSE:

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..

About New Jersey Department of Health

New Jersey Department of Health Improving health through leadership and innovation The Department’s priority is improving population health by strengthening New Jersey’s health system. The Department’s five branches, Public Health Services, Health Systems, Integrated Health, Office of Population Health and the Office of Policy and Strategic Planning work collaboratively toward that goal. Population health focuses on keeping healthy New Jerseyans well, preventing those at risk from getting sick, and keeping those with chronic conditions from getting sicker. Population health promotes prevention, wellness and equity in all environments, resulting in a healthy New Jersey.

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