Supervisor of Data Processing Systems And Programming SY (NBOE)

Supervisor of Data Processing Systems & Programming Division of Information Technology Location: Division of Information Technology – 304, Newark, New Jersey. Reports to: Department Head. Responsibilities Supervises the systems analysis and programming staff. Supervises the analysis and evaluation of the operational application to be processed on electronic data processing equipment. Designs flow‑charts and diagrams and develops systems and programming procedures to increase operating efficiency. Plans, schedules and supervises the work activities of the systems and programming staff. Establishes programming standards and goals. Writes and corrects complex programs. Participates in systems analysis work and the planning and development of data processing techniques and procedures. Reviews completed systems and programs for adherence to established agency policy and prescribed standards. Supervises work operations and/or functional programs and has responsibility for employee evaluations and for effectively recommending the hiring, firing, promoting, demoting and/or disciplining of employees. Cooperates with other technical and operating personnel in planning operating schedules. Prepares clear, sound, accurate and informative reports containing findings, conclusions and recommendations. Supervises the establishment and maintenance of records and files. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units. Qualifications 9 years of professional experience in the design, installation and operation of computer programs, including systems analysis, with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity. OR a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with 5 years of the above professional experience, of which at least 2 years were in a supervisory capacity. Professional experience refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive, requiring specialized knowledge of the profession’s principles, concepts, theories, and practices, and performed with the authority to act according to one’s own judgment. Required to possess a valid New Jersey driver’s license if vehicle operation is necessary for the essential duties. Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of computer equipment capabilities. Knowledge of programming procedures and techniques. Knowledge of methods used to analyze and correct programming procedures. Knowledge of factors involved in planning, designing and logic of a data processing system. Ability to identify and correct programming problems. Knowledge of systems analysis. Logical reasoning for computer programming. Ability to develop controls for accuracy and verification. Ability to plan long‑ and short‑range data processing programming applications. Ability to plan, schedule, assign and supervise work of programming and systems staff. Ability to provide assignments and instructions to staff and supervise performance. Ability to write clear and concise instructions and manuals and other media of information and instruction. Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate and informative reports. Ability to supervise the establishment and maintenance of records and files. Ability to analyze and evaluate production, flow of work forms and records systems, and staff utilization. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with associates and subordinates. Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English; ASL or Braille may also be considered acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform essential functions after reasonable accommodation is made. Salary, Employment Period, and Union Affiliation Salary Range: $104,004 – $121,449. Employment Period: Twelve (12) months. Union Affiliation: Local 32. The Newark Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr