Entry Level Computer Programming Jobs in Dansville, NY

Salary : $93,552.00 - $103,947.00 Annually
Location : BMHA 300 Perry Street, NY
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: POSTING
Department: BMHA
Opening Date: 07/02/2026
Closing Date: 7/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Fee: $0.00
RESIDENCE: Residence is a requirement for all positions. In the absence of clear and convincing evidence to the contrary, an applicant shall be deemed a non-resident if he/she cannot show ninety (90) days of continuous and uninterrupted residence in the City of Buffalo prior to filing application. THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO ANYONE APPLYING FOR THE BUFFALO POLICE ENTRY LEVEL EXAMINATION. NO RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT-SUMMER LIFEGUARDS: Due to the nationwide lifeguard shortage, residency is NOT a requirement for the seasonal lifeguard position in the City of Buffalo. Applicants from any nearby municipality are encouraged to apply.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BUFFALO MANDATE CONTINUOUS RESIDENCY IN THE CITY DURING YOUR EMPLOYMENT, EXCEPT FOR POSITIONS SPECIFICALLY EXEMPT UNDER STATE LAW.
FEE: WHERE INDICATED, A NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION PROCESSING FEE MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR APPLICATION VIA CHECK, CASH OR MONEY ORDER (If using check for payment, your check must clear to complete processing.)
Check with Civil Service office for fee waiver info.
Distinguishing Features of the Class
This is a technical/administrative position where the incumbent is responsible for the design, programming, maintenance and documentation of all vendor supplied and internally developed systems software. The incumbent coordinates the installation and operation of large computer systems and evaluates operational staff engaged in the delivery of data processing services. Work involves the planning and scheduling of computer personnel to insure optimum personnel and computer system utilization. Supervision is received from a higher ranking administrative employee of the department. Supervision is exercised over a number of technical data processing staff.
Examples of work (Illustration Only)
Performs cost benefits analysis relating to current and proposed computer systems through the analysis of competing system designs and prior implementation of systems in other settings;
Coordinates the testing, evaluation and implementation of new systems including the development of acceptance and ongoing evaluation procedures and documentation to support these activities;
-provides technical assistance and evaluation concerning the design of new systems and proposals from contractors and software vendors;
-establishes procedures for making modifications to systems during programming, testing, installation and maintenance phases of the software cycle.
-ensures technical specifications and network infrastructure standards are adhered to and consistent with existing network architecture and protocols.
Keeps abreast of current technical information in the field of computer operations, systems and application software in order to serve as a technical resource for end users enabling them to attain their management objectives through the use of data processing services;
Supervises and coordinates the installation and operation of large computer systems and communications networks;
-provides over-all direction;
-maintains liaison with data base and communications manager;
-provides support and is the liaison to contracted vendors (software, hardware, network).
Supervises the input/output section coordinating data entry activities with computer operations and related computer accounting functions;
Coordinates and develops standards for systems, programming and operations;
Develops access policies and implements departmental security and protection procedures;
Oversees performance and monitoring of all related systems, networks and security requirements ensuring data and access controls to the business environment.
Performs related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
PROMOTIONAL:
Continuous and permanent status as a Computer Programmer, Computer Accounting Control Coordinator, Senior Computer Shift Supervisor, Systems Support Analyst, Systems Analyst, Program Administrator, Systems Support Specialist, Systems Administrator, Data Base Administrator, or Supervisor of Data Processing Operations in the Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority for one year.
Additionally, must have six years of full-time electronic data processing experience in programming, network administration or systems development including one year of supervisory experience.
OPEN COMPETITIVE:
(A) Masters Degree from a college or university accredited by a regional, national or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education, in Computer Science and two years of full-time experience in a supervisory capacity in the area of programming or systems development;
OR
(B) Bachelors Degree from a college or university accredited by a regional, national or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education, in Computer Science, Computer Systems Management or Information Systems Management and six years of full-time electronic data processing experience in programming or systems development; one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity;
OR
(C) Bachelors Degree from a college or university accredited by a regional, national or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education (any major) including or supplemented by 12 credit hours of computer science courses and seven years of electronic data processing experience in programming or systems development; one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity;
OR
(D) Associates Degree from a junior college, business or technical institute accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education, and eight years of electronic data processing experience in programming or systems development; one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity;
OR
(E) an equivalent combination as defined within the limits of (A) thru (D).
NOTE: SUPERVISION: responsible direction and control of subordinate employees. Supervisory aspects must be an integral part of the job, not incidental or occasional.
THE CITY OF BUFFALO IS AN EQUAL OPPORUNITY EMPLOYER
Additional Information
FULL PERFORMANCE, KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Thorough knowledge of current electronic data processing equipment, policies, procedures and terminology;
Thorough knowledge of data base development and systems software design, application and enhancement;
Thorough knowledge of programming and systems analysis as it applies to electronic data processing and its utilization and potential;
Thorough knowledge of electronic data processing hardware and software, their capabilities and application;
Good knowledge of the current literature, sources of information and technological development related to the technical support services rendered;
Ability to plan and supervise the work of others;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;
Ability to train and supervise others;
Tact; Sound technical judgement;
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
The City of Buffalo's benefit package is designed to give our employees and their love one's, comfort, safety, and stability they need in serving our community each and every day.
Our offerings include:
-Medical and vision, Dental, Life Insurance (basic) and (supplemental)
-New York State Retirement System
-Deferred Compensation Plan
-Employee Assistance Program for employee/family members
-Flexible Spending Accounts
-Liberal holidays & vacation
-Growth Opportunities and Steady earnings potential