Information Technology Specialist I
The Information Technology Specialist I is responsible for developing, modifying, and maintaining software and database applications across city departments, ensuring efficient electronic data processing solutions. This role involves collaborating with IT staff and end users to analyze needs, implement programming changes, troubleshoot issues, and support .NET applications and related technologies. The position requires strong programming skills, project communication, and adherence to departmental timelines and specifications in an on-site work environment.
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Position overview
Confidential Client is seeking an Information Technology Specialist I to develop, modify, test, document, and support database and software applications used across departments. This role works with end users and IT staff to gather requirements, deliver reliable code and integrations, and support production systems. This is a full-time, on-site position in Buffalo, NY.
Key responsibilities
- Evaluate feasibility of manual and automated procedures and recommend electronic data processing solutions
- Develop, modify, test and integrate programs into production environments
- Create and maintain documentation, diagrams and specifications for systems and procedures
- Implement program and library changes and support software installations
- Troubleshoot software and hardware failures and resolve issues with minimal downtime
- Perform integration testing and support data warehouse maintenance
- Produce ad-hoc and scheduled reports; input and maintain data per department rules
- Communicate project status and technical requirements to stakeholders and obtain sign-offs
- Attend departmental meetings and perform related duties as required
Minimum qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a closely related field Or
- Associate degree in Computer Science (or related) plus two years of qualifying experience Or
- Completion of a 300-hour+ commercial computer program plus five years of qualifying experience Or
- An equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience
- Qualifying experience includes working with client-server and PC programming using languages such as BASIC, Visual Basic, Access, SQL or closely related languages
- Experience developing and supporting .NET applications using technologies such as ASP.NET, VB.NET, C#, MS SQL, Visual Studio, HTML and JavaScript
- Possession of a current New York State Driver’s License at appointment and maintained during employment (special requirement)
- Note: Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated to meet full-time experience requirements
Residency & screening
- Residence in Buffalo, NY is required as stated by the employer; applicants should be able to demonstrate continuous residency as required by local ordinance where applicable. (Confidential Client enforces local residency rules for this posting.)
- Applicants must consent to screening requirements of the New York State License Event Notification Service (LENS) where applicable. This provision is in accordance with Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Section 382.703(a).
Additional information & desired skills
- Thorough knowledge of programming principles, practices and methods
- Working knowledge of business applications and advanced computer functions
- Familiarity with MS Office suite, web browsers, and common desktop environments
- Ability to analyze database requirements and design relational database structures
- Strong problem-solving skills, ability to learn new systems quickly
- Effective oral and written communication; ability to work with diverse stakeholders
- Self-starter with strong organizational skills, tact and integrity
- Physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position
Salary & employment type
- Employment type: FULL_TIME
- Salary (employer-provided): $55,562 – $64,737 per year This range is provided by the employer and represents the base pay for this role.
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