Project Coordinator – 9129 Position Available In Albany, New York

NY HELP No Agency Information Technology Services, Office of Title Project Coordinator – 9129 Occupational Category I.T. Engineering, Sciences Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit PS&T – Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary Range From $96336 to $121413 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Provisional Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 37.5 Workday From 8 AM To 4 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? Yes County Albany Street Address State Campus, Bldg 12, Flr 2 City Albany State NY Zip Code 12226 Duties Description ITS provides operational support to state agencies on a 24x7x365 basis; some positions may be required to provide this critical service at any time.

The incumbent will be responsible for designing and overseeing the implementation of secure and efficient Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems to meet client agency business needs. The position will collaborate with business managers and IT professionals to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications, ensuring the successful execution of IT projects. This position may directly supervise a team of Technology Analyst 1’s (Artificial Intelligence).Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following

• Collect and analyze large sets of data to determine useful patterns and trends.
• Design and implement machine learning models and AI algorithms.
• Enhance existing AI systems and create new solutions based on business needs.
• Coordinate with other team members to integrate AI models into company platforms and services.
• Maintain updated knowledge on the latest AI trends and technologies.
• Prepare detailed reports on AI project progress and performance.
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI technology to improve business processes.
• Collaborate with data engineers, software developers, and other IT professionals to ensure proper implementation of AI models.
• Perform regular testing and debugging of AI systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Resolve complex technical issues related to AI implementation and performance.
• This position may perform the full range of supervisory duties.

Minimum Qualifications Six (6) years of broad information technology (IT) experience, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of various IT disciplines and how they intersect within large-scale organizations.o At least two (2) years of IT experience must be in artificial intelligence analysis or a related technical role.

Education/Experience SubstitutionsEarned college degrees in computer science, data science, mathematics, or a related field of study may substitute for the specified years of broad IT experience as follows:o Associate’s degree substitutes for 2 years of experience.o Bachelor’s degree substitutes for 4 years of experience.o Master’s degree substitutes for an additional 1 year of experience.o Doctoral degree substitutes for an additional 2 years of experience.

Preferred qualifications:

• Preference for candidates holding relevant certification, in artificial intelligence, machine learning, or data science, such as those offered by IBM, Google, and Microsoft.
• Deep understanding of artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms, and deep learning methodologies to design and build AI models.
• Comprehensive understanding of data mining, structures, and modeling, and software architecture to effectively analyze and manage client agencies’ artificial intelligence strategy.
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify, troubleshoot and resolve issues that may arise during the design, testing, and maintenance of AI models and systems.
• Exceptional analytical skills to evaluate artificial intelligence system requirements and make recommendations for improvements and optimization.
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex AI concepts to team members, stakeholders, and clients in a clear and understandable manner.
• Proficiency in machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras.
• Experience performing statistical analysis and predictive modeling.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure and applications, network structures, and data security protocols in an artificial intelligence context.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, R, or Java to code and implement AI models and systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple aspects of an AI project simultaneously, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ability to work collaboratively with IT teams to design and implement effective artificial intelligence strategies and ensure seamless integration with existing systems.
• Good understanding of data privacy and ethical considerations involved in the use of AI and data analysis and implementing them in the design and maintenance of AI systems.

Additional Comments Some positions may require fingerprinting. Some positions may require up to 25% travel and/or lifting up to 50 lbs. Some positions are pending Civil Service approval. Details of position(s) will be described further if you are selected for an interview. Positions located in New York City, will receive an additional $3,400 downstate adjustment location pay with regular annual salary. Positions located in the Mid-Hudson will receive an additional $1,650 adjustment location pay.

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Program, this title maybe filled via a non- competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In May 2024, if a temporary

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employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.

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will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a

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title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

Benefits of Working for NYS Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

Holiday & Paid Time Off

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF.
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional developmentHealth Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional costAdditional Benefits
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• And many more.

The Office of Information Technology Services is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage all individuals with disabilities to apply. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name ITS Human Resources Telephone 518-473-0398 Fax 518-402-4924 Email Address PostingResponses@its.ny.gov Address Street Empire State Plaza Swan Street Building, Core 4, Floor 1 City Albany State NY Zip Code 12220 Notes on Applying To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume clearly indicating how you qualify. Ensure that you include the vacancy ID in the subject of your email for prompt routing. Your Social Security number may be required to confirm eligibility.