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Computer Programmer
Description of Duties
This is a technical data processing position involving responsibility for designing and testing program logic, for coding programs, and preparing them for computer operations. Employees in this class assist the systems designer in establishing file requirements and processing specifications for automated portions of the system. The work is performed under the general supervision of a higher level staff member within systems and programming.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements on or before the date of the written exam:
EITHER:
- Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, plus three (3) years of full‑time or its part‑time equivalent* paid experience in computer data processing activities, at least two (2) years of which shall have been in computer programming; OR,
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate's degree in a computer science field, plus two (2) years of full‑time or its part‑time equivalent* paid experience in computer data processing activities, one (1) year of which shall have been in computer programming; OR,
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor's degree in a computer science field, plus one (1) year of full‑time or its part‑time equivalent* paid experience in computer programming; OR,
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor's degree, plus two (2) years of full‑time or its part‑time equivalent* paid experience in computer programming; OR,
- An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B), (C) and (D).
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.
Special Requirements:
Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test for employment with Monroe County Government.
