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Programmer Analyst II
Description of Duties
This position is the mid-level position in the Programmer Analyst hierarchy. This customer service position is responsible for gathering, analyzing and programming information pertaining to the development and/or modification of customer computer application systems. Data gathering involves investigative research conducted at user departments. This position differs from the lower level Programmer Analyst III by virtue of performing more hands-on work and increased data gathering and programming activities. The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of a Project Manager-Information Technology or other higher-level staff member. General oversight may be exercised over information technology project teams.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements on or before the date of the written exam:
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma, plus EITHER:
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor's degree in an information technology or computer science field; OR,
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate's degree in an information technology or computer science field, plus two (2) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalent** experience* in computer programming or system analysis, system design or system development; OR,
- Four (4) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalent experience** as defined in (B) above;
- An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B) and (C) above.
*Experience, for the purposes of these minimum qualifications, can include cooperative education (co-op) or internship experience (paid or unpaid).
Anticipated Eligibility – Age and Educational Requirements:
According to Civil Service Law, section 54 which became effective September 4, 2024, applicants who are within 12 months of meeting the minimum age or attaining the minimum educational requirements following the date of examination, may take the civil service exam, but will be restricted from certification until such a time that the minimum age or educational requirements are met. Candidates will be required to provide proof of qualifying education and/or age within 12 months of exam date in order to be eligible for appointment from a certified list.
