Information Technology Policy Specialist 1
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Information Technology Policy Specialist 1
Salary
$77,379.00 - $117,497.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2025-29535
Department
Executive Offices
Division
EX OA PS ITDC Jus Netwrk (JNET
Opening Date
07/21/2025
Closing Date
7/25/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
01982
Position Number
50292664
Union
Non Union
Bargaining Unit
A3
Pay Group
ST09
Bureau / Division Code
00812750
Bureau / Division
Public Safety IT Delivery Center - Justice Network
Worksite Address
5 Technology Park
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17110
Contact Name
Carissa Regal
Contact Email
Cregal@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
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THE POSITION
Do you want your information technology (IT) career to help support individuals and teams who strive to reduce recidivism, provide honest and faithful police service, and lead innovative data integration for the benefit of all people in Pennsylvania? The Public Safety IT Delivery Center (PSITDC) is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill our vacant IT Policy Specialist 1 position. If you are interested in advanced IT role performing highly responsible administrative and professional work in managing, leading, and optimizing operations for PSITDC that will help provide highly available, secure, and accurate data and integration services to Pennsylvania's criminal justice and public safety communities, then this is the position for you! Apply now to achieve your career goals!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will be responsible for performing policy analysis, development and technical consultative work for the PA Justice Network (JNET) Communications Manager. This position performs assignments of broad scope in development, design, and completion of specialized analytical studies of significant, complex issues, problems, and trends in integrated criminal justice systems at local, state, and national levels. Work involves understanding criminal justice processes, business processes, and technical schematics; performing cost benefit analysis; and preparing and writing detailed impact analyses, detailed reports, and policies. Our team will rely on you to identify, analyze, and evaluate complex and JNET user and agency policies, procedures, and standards that may impact JNET integrity, operations, availability of data, or availability of functionality in order to maintain service and recommend enhancements. Find purpose in your career by joining our dedicated team!
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=50292664) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to two days per week. Management may discontinue the telework agreement at any time, for any reason. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One (1) year as an Information Technology (IT) Policy Associate 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);or
Three (3) years of technical experience in IT resource management or policy analysis work and a Bachelor's Degree in Public or Business Administration, Policy Analysis and Planning, or a related field, which included or was supplemented by 6 college level credits in information technology;or
Two (2) years of technical experience in IT resource management or policy analysis work and a Master's Degree in Public or Business Administration, Policy Analysis and Planning, or a related field, which included or was supplemented by 6 college level credits in information technology;or
Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Additional Requirements:
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
You must pass a background investigation.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Information Technology (IT) Policy Associate 2 for one or more years full-time?
Yes
No
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
03
How many years of full-time technical experience in IT resource management or policy analysis work do you possess?
3 years or more
2 but less than 3 years
1 but less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
05
Have you completed 6 college level credits in information technology? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingand clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visitand click on Other Information.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
Yes
No
06
How much graduate coursework have you completed in Public Administration, Business Administration, Policy Analysis and Planning, or a related field? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingand clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visitand click on Other Information.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
30 credits or more
Less than 30 credits
None
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
