Computer Specialist I-III (Operations/Software) - Competitive Pay

Job Information
First Date of Posting: 4/17/2024
Last Date of Filing: 5/8/2024
Authority: NYCTA  
Department: Subways
Division/Unit: MOW Engineering 
Reports to: Supervisor 
Work Location: 130 Livingston Street
Hours of Work: Various       

TA Applicants must be in a permanent civil service status in the title(s) of Computer Associate / Computer Specialist (Software) or be on an established list for said title(s).  If you are on an established list, your list number must be reachable to be considered for appointment.

This position on the NYC Transit payroll is competitive and is eligible for the 55-a Program.  This position is open to qualified persons who are eligible for the 55-a Program.  Please indicate in your cover letter and in the upper right corner of your resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program.  For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the following link https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page

      

Compensation:       

Computer Specialist I (Software) TA: $105,378-$114,211        
  

Computer Specialist II (Software) TA: $109,782-$122,983      
  

Computer Specialist III (Software) TA: $118,556-$133,749     
  

Computer Specialist IV (Software) TA: $127,179-$153,137     
- TA is represented by DC 37       

 Computer Specialist I (Operations) TA $105,378-$114,211             

Computer Specialist II (Operations) TA $ $109,782-$122,983        

Computer Specialist III (Operations) TA $118,556-$133,749            

Computer Specialist IV (Operations) TA $127,179-$153,137            

  TA is represented by DC 37   

Responsibilities

This position entails leading Communication and Systems Engineering projects for NYCT Subways. The main goal is ensuring all communication and system projects adhere to NYCT Subways' standards and guidelines. Responsibilities include supporting the design and review of communication-based networks like Carrier Over Ethernet (COE) and Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC) system expansions. The role also involves providing project support for network communication systems, such as CCTV design and installation, Elevator & Escalator communication, and Network Security. Additionally, the individual will assist in developing and reviewing systems to meet the operating departments' needs for in-house project development and solutions. Field surveys, FOVs, First Article Inspections, Factory, Site, and System Acceptance for NYCT Operations are also part of the role. As the primary liaison for MOW regarding NYCT communication standards, the person will participate in change management, development, and test criteria review. They will also review UPS systems, fire alarm systems, radio systems, as-built drawings, access, and protection systems, conduct final acceptance contract reviews, and generate employee force account estimates.

Education and Experience     

 Computer Specialist I-IV (Software)
1.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, maintenance and support, systems programming, data communications, mainframe development, mobile development, web development and design, including one year in a project leader capacity or as a major contributor on a complex project; or

2. 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       

3. 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, or a certificate of at least 625 hours in computer programming from an accredited technical school (post high school), 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.       

1.  A certificate from an accredited technical school (approximately 675 hours) with a specialization in computer operations plus a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, and three years of satisfactory, full-time computer operations experience in a large-scale mainframe or multi-tiered computer environment, or three years of satisfactory data communications network experience in a mainframe or multi-tiered computer environment, one year of which must have been in a project leader capacity or as a major contributor on a complex project; or
2. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and five years of satisfactory full-time computer operations or data communications network experience as described in "1" above, one year of which must have been in a project leader capacity or as a major contributor on a complex project; or
3. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory full-time computer operations or data communications network experience as described in "1" above, one year of which must have been in a project leader capacity or as a major contributor on a complex project; or
4.  Education and/or experience equivalent to "1", "2", or "3" above. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and three years of satisfactory full-time computer operations or data communications network experience as described in "1" above, one year of which must have been in a project leader capacity or as a major contributor on a complex project.

Special Note       

To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level IV, in addition to the Qualification Requirements stated above, individuals must have one additional year of satisfactory experience in a project leader capacity or as a major contributor on a complex project        

Selection Method
    

Other Information
     

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).      

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.