Special Programs Systems Specialist

*** This position is a Competitive Civil Service Position and requires the applicant to be:

• Reachable on an existing Dutchess County Human Resources Certification of Eligible List; or,

• Currently working in, or previously held a Special Programs Systems Specialist civil service title; or,

• Other candidates who have equivalent education and licensing are encouraged to apply and will be considered as allowed per Civil Service Regulations.

Arlington Central School District is currently recruiting for a full-time 12-Month Special Programs Systems Specialist. This is a technical position that is typically assigned directly to a specialized program in a school district. The selected applicant would be involved in the daily operation of the program, ensuring that data managed by the system meets the specific requirements of the program. The individual should have an in-depth knowledge of all applicable laws, rules, regulations and district policies.

Typical work may include, but not be limited to:

• Performs sytem administrator type tasks, including the running and distribution of reports, importing and exporting data, auditing input for program acceptability and backing up files on a regular basis;

• Oversees security of information contained on the system;

• Able to report on all necessary data to Local, State or Federal agencies in accordance with all laws, rules, regulations and district polices and procedures;

• Develops and maintains detailed manuals on use of system for both technical aspects and for program-related requirements;

• Related work as required.

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Job Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and:

EITHER:

• Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a closely related field; OR:

• Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate’s degree in computer science or a closely related field AND one (1) year of full-time paid work experience which primarily involved the use, configuration and customization of microcomputer database software which also included programming and the training of users; OR:

• Three (3) years of work experience as described in (B); OR:

• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience as indicated in (A), (B) and (C) above.

Position Start Date:12/01/2026

Application Deadline:10/26/2026

Civil Service Title: Special Programs Systems Specialist

Job Number: Spec Prog Syst Spec 10-16-2026