With increased discretion beyond that of the Information Technology Specialist 2, at this level, employees typically are responsible for knowing more than one programming language, undertake analysis, design and planning, and have a broader knowledge of different kinds of software, hardware, and equipment, workstation administration, agency computer systems and programs. At this level employees have the capability to define what needs to be done rather than completing projects outlined for them. Employees are assigned significant parts of a large project or lead entire fairly straightforward projects. Employees may be responsible for all facets of complex projects. Project objectives and concepts are defined for the employee.
Work requires technical analysis and design capabilities.
Work milestones, rather than individual tasks, are typically reviewed by the supervisor. Employees are expected to make independent decisions on organizing and completing projects and the methods appropriate to the work. At this level the work focus shifts to more analysis, design and planning. Considerable knowledge of computer, communications protocol and peripheral equipment capabilities. Working knowledge of the limits and uses of programming for particular machine applications.