Systema Analyst SY 2026-27 (NBOE)

NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION
HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
765 BROAD STREET NEWARK NEW JERSEY 07102
ROGER LEï½N SUPERINTENDENT

Systems Analyst
Division of Information Technology

(Pending availability of funds and Board of Education approval)

The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Systems Analyst within the Division of Information Technology.

This title is governed by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission; meaning that a candidate for this position will be placed as a provisional employee. Upon hire the employee will be required to complete a 120-Day Working test period during which the employees performance will be evaluated. Employee must successfully complete the designated probation period in order to remain in the position as a permanent employee.

DEFINITION: Under direction plans conducts and develops analytic studies of existing operations and programs to determine feasibility of conversion to a data processing system; does other related duties as required.

Note: The definition and examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
and conducts studies of operations relative to the development or revision of operational procedures.
feasibility studies requiring detailed analysis of existing functions and preparation of cost estimates to determine advisability of adopting data processing programs.
and participates in studies to determine effectiveness of programs policies methods procedures and forms and recommends improved courses of actions.
in conferences with administrative officers and operating supervisors to discuss new or revised plans programs procedures and results of evaluation studies.
assist in the preparation of schedules outlining essential steps to be taken in the installation of and/or conversion to data processing systems.
charts programs and instructions to illustrate explain and implement data processing procedures and programs.
procedural difficulties and operating problems and gives advice on their solution.
adequacy and efficiency of current data processing systems and assists in developing the organizational structure and methods required for performance of existing new and/or expanded functions.
clear sound accurate and informative statistical financial and other factual reports based on surveys investigations and studies containing findings conclusions and recommendations.
essential records and files.
technical support to end-users with hardware and software problems
hardware and software and makes recommendations to management
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 AND REQUIREMENTS
NOTE: Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience. Six (6) years of professional experience in the design installation and operation of programs for electronic data processing equipment and/or in the design and implementation of systems for electronic data processing application.

OR

Possession of a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university; and two (2) years of the above-mentioned professional experience.

NOTE: Professional experience refers to work that is creative analytical evaluative and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the professions principles concepts theories and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to ones own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.

LICENSE: Appointees will be required to possess a drivers license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle rather than employee mobility is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
of and familiarity with electronic data processing equipment and its selection and application to specific operating requirements.
of procedures and techniques involved in making estimates and analyses of the capacity of existing data processing equipment and/or the degree of utilization made thereof.
of statistical methods and practices.
of principles of organization and management.
of capabilities and programming techniques of a general purpose computer and peripheral equipment.
of Microsoft Office Productivity Tools
of Local Area and Wide Area Network technologies
of Personal Computers laptops and other end-user devices
of Wireless Networks
of analysis and correction of procedures and considerations involved in the planning design and implementation of a data processing system.
to make studies to determine feasibility of using data processing techniques to improve operational procedures.
to organize and direct a conversion to a data processing system.
to prepare charts programs and procedures.
to troubleshoot network connectivity and end user related issues.
to multi-task in a busy network environment
to participate in conferences and present results of evaluation studies of present or new operational procedures effectively.
to estimate the cost of adapting or revising data processing methods.
to prepare clear sound accurate and informative statistical financial and other factual reports containing findings conclusions and recommendations.
to maintain essential records and files.
to express oneself clearly both verbally and in writing.
to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency office or related units.
to read write speak understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship such persons may not be eligible.

REPORTS TO:Department Head

SALARY EMPLOYMENT PERIOD AND UNION AFFILIATION
: $62830 - $70893*
Period:Twelve (12) Months
Affiliation: Local 617

*Pending Salary Negotiations

In an effort to attract and retain staff NBOE offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for all full-time staff. Offerings include Medical and Prescription Drug plans employer-paid Dental and Vision coverage an array of Wellness and Voluntary benefits programs and paid time off; all employees receive paid Personal and Sick days as well as Vacation days for 12-month employees. For details please go to TO APPLY
Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.

OPENING AND CLOSING DATE
Opening Date: June 12 2026
Closing Date: June 26 2026 or until filled

THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER