System Software Specialist (Lead Software Developer) in West Seneca, NY

Salary Range: $38.24/hour plus generous benefits package.

Join a growing team at Erie 1 BOCES in West Seneca, NY! We are dedicated to our core values of providing excellent service, being continually innovative and most importantly, providing our customers and staff with the highest level of integrity in all areas of our work.

System Software Specialist (Lead Software Developer) 0325-00123

Job Responsibilities:
Erie 1 BOCES is seeking a skilled and motivated Lead Software Developer to guide a dynamic team of developers in delivering high-quality software solutions. In this role, you’ll oversee project timelines, mentor team members, and ensure coding standards are met while collaborating with multiple teams.
The ideal candidate has strong technical expertise, proven leadership experience, and a passion for fostering innovation and continuous improvement.

Overseeing Daily Operations:
• Supervises the day-to-day activities of the programming team, ensuring that tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.
Project Planning and Assignment:
• Prepares and assigns projects, ensuring that each team member has clear objectives and timelines.
Providing Support and Guidance:
• Offers programming and system support to team members, helping them resolve issues and improve their skills.
Collaboration with Other Departments:
• Meets with other departments to create automated systems and improve current processes.
Performance Management:
• Conducts performance reviews, provides feedback, and addresses any performance issues that arise.
Training and Development:
• Ensures that team members are properly trained and have opportunities for growth through cross-training and other development initiatives.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:
1. Maintains the server operating system.
2. Installs, customizes, and maintains all vendor supplied software.
3. Generates, customizes and maintains communications software.
4. Provides operators with training required to make efficient use of the hardware and software facilities.
5. Supports Systems Analysts and Programmers in developing and implementing applications.
6. Acts as liaison between Operations and Programming.
7. Performs hardware and software evaluations and provides management with reports and oral recommendations.
8. Establishes and maintains standards to most efficiently utilize manpower and equipment facilities.
9. Monitors system performance and continually tunes as indicated.
10. Responsible for keeping systems secure at all times.
11. Performs other duties as assigned that are relevant to the civil service job description for this title.
Civil Service Title
System Software Specialist
Job Qualifications
Minimum Civil Service Qualifications:
Must hold permanent status as a Systems Software Specialist, or; be reachable on the current Systems Software Specialist civil service list, or; meet minimum qualifications for provisional* appointment as follows:
A) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered four (4) year college or university with a Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of data processing experience in vendor-supplied operating systems software programming and/or maintenance; or:

B) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered two (2) or four (4) year college or university with an Associate's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science or related field and three (3) years of data processing experience, at least two (2)
years of which must have been in vendor-supplied operating systems software programming and/or maintenance; or:

C) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and five (5) years of data processing experience at least three (3) years of which involved computer programming with at least two (2) years in vendor-supplied operating systems software
programming and/or maintenance; or:

D) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B)
and (C).

Additional Qualifications:
• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in modern programming languages and technologies relevant to the organization's needs, such as C#, JavaScript, and SQL.
• Experience: At least 2 years of programming experience and a total of 4 years of experience with computers. Supervisory experience is a plus.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills are essential for addressing technical challenges and optimizing performance.
• Communication Skills: Effective and professional communication is crucial for collaborating with team members and other departments.
• Leadership Abilities: The ability to guide, encourage, direct, and monitor team members is important for a supervisory role.
• Project Management: Experience in project planning, task assignment, and resource management.
*The successful candidate will be required to sit for an upcoming Civil Service exam and score high enough to become reachable
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED THROUGH JULY 2, 2025
Application Procedure
Please apply online by completing the following steps:
1. Click Apply below and log in to your account in Recruit front or create an account.
2. Complete and submit the correct application type, SCHOOL RELATED PERSONNEL, and THEN
3. Apply directly to the job posting.
You will receive an email from Recruit front stating that you have applied.

Hours:
8:00AM – 4:00PM
Hourly Rate:
$38.24
Annual Education Stipends:
$500 for Associates Degree/Accredited Training Program Certification or
$1000 for Bachelors Degree or
$1500 for Masters Degree
Generous Benefits Package including but not limited to the following: Employment - Erie 1 BOCES
• 15 Paid annual Holidays
• Generous Paid Personal/Sick time
• Generous Paid vacation days
• Premium Health and Dental plans (E1B pays 85%)
• Life insurance at NO cost to you
• FSA plan
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• NYS Retirement System

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Special Notes:
When responding to or inquiring about this Notice of Vacancy, please refer to the Posting Number noted above.
Requests for reasonable accommodations at the interview under the Americans with
Disabilities Act must be submitted in writing to the ADA Coordinator (Director, Human Resources) at least 48 hours prior to the interview.

PLEASE NOTE- Erie 1 BOCES has transitioned COMPLETELY to the Recruit Front platform for all open positions. Once you complete your application within the system, you will be able to apply for any vacant positions within the District in the future.


Email any questions you may have to employment@e1b.org. For a complete job description and information on applying, please go to www.e1b.org and select the Employment link (job #0125-0006).
Applications will be accepted through June 10th, 2025