Information Technology Policy Specialist 1

Do you want your information technology (IT) career to help support individuals and teams who strive to reduce recidivism, provide honest and faithful police service, and lead innovative data integration for the benefit of all people in Pennsylvania? The Public Safety IT Delivery Center (PSITDC) is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill our vacant IT Policy Specialist 1 position. If you are interested in advanced IT role performing highly responsible administrative and professional work in managing, leading, and optimizing operations for PSITDC that will help provide highly available, secure, and accurate data and integration services to Pennsylvania's criminal justice and public safety communities, then this is the position for you! Apply now to achieve your career goals!

In this position, you will be responsible for performing policy analysis, development and technical consultative work for the PA Justice Network (JNET) Communications Manager. This position performs assignments of broad scope in development, design, and completion of specialized analytical studies of significant, complex issues, problems, and trends in integrated criminal justice systems at local, state, and national levels. Work involves understanding criminal justice processes, business processes, and technical schematics; performing cost benefit analysis; and preparing and writing detailed impact analyses, detailed reports, and policies. Our team will rely on you to identify, analyze, and evaluate complex and JNET user and agency policies, procedures, and standards that may impact JNET integrity, operations, availability of data, or availability of functionality in order to maintain service and recommend enhancements. Find purpose in your career by joining our dedicated team!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to two days per week. Management may discontinue the telework agreement at any time, for any reason. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One (1) year as an Information Technology (IT) Policy Associate 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Three (3) years of technical experience in IT resource management or policy analysis work and a Bachelor's Degree in Public or Business Administration, Policy Analysis and Planning, or a related field, which included or was supplemented by 6 college level credits in information technology; or
• Two (2) years of technical experience in IT resource management or policy analysis work and a Master's Degree in Public or Business Administration, Policy Analysis and Planning, or a related field, which included or was supplemented by 6 college level credits in information technology; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

Legal Requirements:

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.