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M&B-2026-2H Information Technology Specialist (Hourly)
New Jersey Department of Environmental ProtectionUnited Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 5 Jun 2026
💰 $36,000/yr
About the role
Open to: General Public
Work Week: 35 hours per week the first month for training, then reduced to 15 – 25 hours per week (Up to 900 hours max per fiscal year)
Salary: $18.00 per hour
Opening Date: 6/5/2026
Closing Date: 6/26/2026
Existing Vacancies: 3
Program/Location
Department of Environmental Protection
Management and Budget
Division of Information Technology
Bureau of Technology Support Services
401 East State Street
Trenton, NJ 08625
Scope of Eligibility
Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.
Description
Under direct supervision in a state department, agency, data center, institution, or state college, assists in at least one of the following areas: the design and preparation of least complex operation routines and computer programs for electronic data processing equipment utilizing required and current software, operating systems, and multiprogramming technology; he control and/or implementation/maintenance of highly technical operating systems associated with new generations of computers to function toward optimum utilization of available hardware/software using comprehensive knowledge of the operating system function; the development, implementation, and maintenance of multi-network, multi-user Local Area Networks (LAN), Metropolitan Area Networks (MAN), and/or Wide Area Networks (WAN), maintenance of centralized, decentralized and remote network services, network security, data integrity, network performance monitoring, network problems resolution, and user support; does other related duties as required.
Specific to the Position
Provide troubleshooting assistance to end users by performing software and hardware technical support on various computing devices including desktop computers, laptops, monitors, and other accessories, utilizing the Ivanti Service Manager system (ISM). Additionally, unbox, inventory, configure, deploy, and decommission devices to follow through with device lifecycle management and maintain an accurate department wide inventory. Assist in the installation, upgrade, and configuration of various Windows based operating systems, and associated software.
Preferred Skillset
Preference will go to candidates with experience in computer hardware, software, and printer troubleshooting. Experience working with Windows 11, Microsoft Office 365, Adobe, Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), Bitlocker, and Active Directory. Utilize helpdesk ticketing software to keep accurate notes and resolve issues in a timely manner. Deployment of IT equipment and services to a large-scale organization is preferred. The ability to lift equipment less than 50 lbs.
Requirements
EDUCATION:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate degree in Computer Science or Computer/Information Technology.
EXPERIENCE:
One (1) year of experience in at least one of the following areas: the design and preparation of programs for electronic data processing utilizing current operating systems, modification of systems software and multiprogramming technology; or the development, maintenance, or installation of application programs; or in performing technical support functions within a direct access device environment, or the development, implementation, and maintenance of multi-network, multi-user Local Area Networks (LAN), Metropolitan Area Networks (MAN), and/or Wide Area Networks (WAN) environment.
NOTE: Technical support functions include experience in resolution of online production and/or communications network problems, and/or code modification, testing, and debugging of program modules in an online environment, and/or space allocation and control of direct access storage devices (DASD management).
NOTE: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science may be substituted for one (1) year of indicated experience.
SPECIAL NOTE ON SUBSTITUTING EXPERIENCE FOR EDUCATION
NOTE: A general Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university may b
Work Week: 35 hours per week the first month for training, then reduced to 15 – 25 hours per week (Up to 900 hours max per fiscal year)
Salary: $18.00 per hour
Opening Date: 6/5/2026
Closing Date: 6/26/2026
Existing Vacancies: 3
Program/Location
Department of Environmental Protection
Management and Budget
Division of Information Technology
Bureau of Technology Support Services
401 East State Street
Trenton, NJ 08625
Scope of Eligibility
Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.
Description
Under direct supervision in a state department, agency, data center, institution, or state college, assists in at least one of the following areas: the design and preparation of least complex operation routines and computer programs for electronic data processing equipment utilizing required and current software, operating systems, and multiprogramming technology; he control and/or implementation/maintenance of highly technical operating systems associated with new generations of computers to function toward optimum utilization of available hardware/software using comprehensive knowledge of the operating system function; the development, implementation, and maintenance of multi-network, multi-user Local Area Networks (LAN), Metropolitan Area Networks (MAN), and/or Wide Area Networks (WAN), maintenance of centralized, decentralized and remote network services, network security, data integrity, network performance monitoring, network problems resolution, and user support; does other related duties as required.
Specific to the Position
Provide troubleshooting assistance to end users by performing software and hardware technical support on various computing devices including desktop computers, laptops, monitors, and other accessories, utilizing the Ivanti Service Manager system (ISM). Additionally, unbox, inventory, configure, deploy, and decommission devices to follow through with device lifecycle management and maintain an accurate department wide inventory. Assist in the installation, upgrade, and configuration of various Windows based operating systems, and associated software.
Preferred Skillset
Preference will go to candidates with experience in computer hardware, software, and printer troubleshooting. Experience working with Windows 11, Microsoft Office 365, Adobe, Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), Bitlocker, and Active Directory. Utilize helpdesk ticketing software to keep accurate notes and resolve issues in a timely manner. Deployment of IT equipment and services to a large-scale organization is preferred. The ability to lift equipment less than 50 lbs.
Requirements
EDUCATION:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate degree in Computer Science or Computer/Information Technology.
EXPERIENCE:
One (1) year of experience in at least one of the following areas: the design and preparation of programs for electronic data processing utilizing current operating systems, modification of systems software and multiprogramming technology; or the development, maintenance, or installation of application programs; or in performing technical support functions within a direct access device environment, or the development, implementation, and maintenance of multi-network, multi-user Local Area Networks (LAN), Metropolitan Area Networks (MAN), and/or Wide Area Networks (WAN) environment.
NOTE: Technical support functions include experience in resolution of online production and/or communications network problems, and/or code modification, testing, and debugging of program modules in an online environment, and/or space allocation and control of direct access storage devices (DASD management).
NOTE: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science may be substituted for one (1) year of indicated experience.
SPECIAL NOTE ON SUBSTITUTING EXPERIENCE FOR EDUCATION
NOTE: A general Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university may b
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