Computer Specialist (SW) I-IV – Paratransit IT Products
Description
MTA IT TWU Job Posting Template
JOB INFORMATION
Title: Computer Specialist (SW) I-IV – Paratransit IT Products
First Date of Posting: ASAP
Last Date of Filing: Open Unit Filled
Authority: MTAHQ
Department: MTA IT
Division/Unit: IT Product Management
Reports to: Product Manager, Intelligent Systems
Work Location: 2 Broadway, Manhattan
Hours of Work: 9:00 AM -5:00 PM (7 hours/day) or as required
COMPENSATION
Salary range:
Computer Spec. (SW) 1 TWU: $99,579 - $107,924
Computer Spec. (SW) 2 TWU: $103,742 - $116,216
Computer Spec. (SW) 3 TWU: $112,029 - $126,386
Computer Spec. (SW) 4 TWU: $120,179 - $144,711
**SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE APPOINTED TO MaBSTOA PAYROLL**
RESPONSIBILITIES
The purpose of this position is to perform information technology functions for MTA IT Paratransit Product Team that manages technology projects, develops and enhances applications and reports, manages databases, and provides 24/7 support to Paratransit operations. The team also coordinates with external technology vendors and internal IT
support groups to identify to resolve technology issues.
The selected candidate will perform information technology functions related to design, development, implementation, enhancement, and maintenance of Paratransit IT Products utilizing agile and DevOps methodologies, modern development tools and languages, and relational databases. The position requires 24/7 support to critical applications.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, including or supplemented by 24 semester credits in computer science or a related computer field and two years of satisfactory full-time computer software experience in computer systems development and analysis, applications programming, database administration, systems programming, data communications, including one year in a project leader capacity or as a major contributor on a complex project; or
- A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and six years of satisfactory full-time computer software experience as described in "1" above including one year in a project leader capacity or as a major contributor on a complex project; or
- Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. College education may be substituted for up to two years of the required experience in "2" above on the basis that 60 semester credits from an accredited college is equated to one year of experience. A master’s degree in computer science or a related computer field may be substituted for one year of the required experience in "1" or "2" above.
However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and at least one year of satisfactory full-time experience in a project leader capacity or as a major contributor on a complex project.
Note : To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level IV, in addition to the Qualification Requirements stated above, individuals must have one year of satisfactory experience in a project leader capacity or as a major contributor on a complex project in data administration, database management systems, operating systems, data communications systems, capacity planning, and/or on-line applications programming.
DESIRED SKILLS
- Full-Stack Developer with strong proficiency in the following technologies:
- Microsoft tech stack (ASP.NET, C#, MVC)
- RDBMS MS SQL Server Database and database design. Oracle a plus.
- SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
- Web-based applications and architecture (HTML5, CSS). Angular is preferred.
- API development, support and best practices surrounding them.
- Cloud infrastructure MS Azure or Google Cloud a plus.
- Familiarity with Agile environments a plus.
- Understanding of development operations pipeline and surrounding principles.
SELECTION METHOD
Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.
All selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to dismissal.
OTHER INFORMATION
Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate.
As an employee of MTA Headquarters, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the State of New York, if your position earns more than $108,638 (this figure is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.
HOW TO APPLY
MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal. You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the “Careers” link.
Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.
