Computer Associate I-III / Computer Specialist I-IV (Operations)nnJob ID: 6993nnBusiness Unit: New York City TransitnnLocation: Brooklyn, NY, United StatesnnRegular/Temporary: RegularnnDepartment: NYC Transit AuthoritynnDate Posted: Dec 20, 2024nnDescriptionnnJob Information: Job Req. #6993nnFirst Date of Posting: 4/15/2024nnLast Date of Filing: Open Until FillednnAuthority: TA/OAnnDepartment: SubwaysnnDivision/Unit: Electronics Maintenance Division/Telecommunications/ Network Systems’nnReports to: SuperintendentnnWork Location: 354 West 54th streetnnHours of Work: VariousnnTA Applicants must be in a permanent civil service status in titles of Computer Associate I-III/Computer Specialist I-IV (Operations) or be on an established list for said titles. If you are on an established list, your list number must be reachable to be considered for appointment.nnThis position 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: Associate I (Operations) TA: $64,382- $81,575nnComputer Associate II (Operations) TA: $77,246- $100,082nnComputer Associate III (Operations) TA: $92,185- $122,506nnComputer Specialist I (Operations) TA: $105,378 - $$114,211nnComputer Specialist II (Operations) TA: $109,782 - $122,983nnComputer Specialist III (Operations) TA: $118,556- $133,749nnComputer Specialist IV (Operations) TA: $127,179 - $153,137nnNYCT titles are represented by DC 37nnComputer Associate I (Operations) OA: $62,256 - $78,880nnComputer Associate II (Operations) OA: $74,696 - $96,774nnComputer Associate III (Operations) OA: $89,141 - $118,463nnComputer Specialist I (Operations) OA: $99,579- $107,924nnComputer Specialist II (Operations) OA: $103,742- $116,216nnComputer Specialist III (Operations) OA: $112,029- $126,386nnComputer Specialist IV (Operations) OA: $120,179- $144,711nnMaBSTOA titles are represented by TWU L 100nnResponsibilities:nnUnder general supervision, the selected candidate will be responsible for a variety of tasks including but are not limited to; installation, upgrade, configuration, maintenance, and administration of NYCT’s telecommunications network and transmission systems. Maintenance typically includes but is not limited to fault identification, analysis, and resolution. Network technologies and equipment include asynchronous fiber optics, TDM, SONET, ATM, DWDM, and COE. Ethernet and IP services, and DC Power plants with battery support. The selected candidate may be required to configure and maintain network transmission equipment, liaise with various support and material vendors, contractors, in-house maintenance groups, C&D, various Engineering groups, and provide technical support, and training to other NYCT staff as necessary, manage projects, review bulletins, procedures, drawings, contract specifications and oversee the implementation and turn-up of communications systems.nnEducation and Experience:nnComputer Associate I-IIInnA certificate from an accredited technical school (approximately 675 hours) with a specialization in computer operations, and two years of satisfactory full-time computer operations experience, in a large-scale networked, multi-tiered, or mainframe computer environment; or two years of satisfactory data communications network experience working in a mainframe or multi-tiered computer environment; ornnA bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and three years of satisfactory full-time experience as described in "1" above; ornnA four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and four years of satisfactory full-time experience as described in "1" above; ornnA satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to "1", "2" or "3" above. However, all candidates must have at least two years of full-time experience as described in "1" above.nnComputer Specialist I-IVnnA 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; ornnA 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; ornnA 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; ornnEducation 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.nnDesired Skills:nnHigh speed fiber optic telecommunications skills & familiarity in ASYNC/TDM, SONET/ATM, DWDM, COE and Ethernet services. Strong knowledge of SONET/ATM Network Transport TechnologynnFamiliarity with -48 Vdc power plants (Benning, APC or other), Network monitoring and fault identification in an operating command center environment; telecommunication signaling protocols and topologies such as SONET BLSR/UPSR, ATM PNNI/UNI, and IP Routing OSPF.nnKnowledge and experience with configuration and administration of Network Element Management Systems (NEMS). Network Management Systems I.e., Solar Winds, TEOCO, NETSMART, HPOV, REMEDY or other management systems dedicated to the monitoring of network equipment and elements.nnFamiliarity with fiber testing and test equipment (OTDR, PLM, Fiber Identifier) and or fiber splicing and equipment.nnWorking knowledge of operating systems, Microsoft Windows, SUN OS, LINUX RED HAT,nnStrong understanding and experience of TL/1 and SNMP telecommunication management protocols.nnKnowledge of Fujitsu SONET, COE & DWDM ROADAM Technology and familiarization with ATM Equipment; Seabridge (NSN), Marconi (Ericsson) or CISCO. Programming Perl, C++, Oracle, SQL., Registered CCNA, CCNP Service provider, CCNP Switches and or Routing, or MEF.nnExcellent written, verbal, interpersonal and project management skills.nnSelection Method:nnBased on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.nnOther Information:nnPursuant 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”).nnEqual Employment Opportunity:nnMTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.nnThe MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.