Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 02/25/25
Applications Due: 03/12/25
Vacancy ID: 181505
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyTaxation & Finance, State
TitleProgram Aide
Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide
Salary Grade13
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $51857 to $63169 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 8 AM
To 4 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
Location
County Albany
Street Address 299 Old Niskayuna Rd (Wade Rd)
City Latham
StateNY
Zip Code12110
Job Specifics
Duties Description The incumbent will perform a variety of paraprofessional activities that support the Disclosure and Government Exchange unit. Included among those activities are the following essential functions:
Support the unit in day-to-day activities
Provide backup for administrative duties
Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills
Enter and access information on the unit’s inventory databases housed in Microsoft Access
Research taxpayer accounts and produce documentation by using various software, mainframe applications, and the internet
Track and analyze statistical data to populate reports, charts, and spreadsheets
Supervise subordinate staff responsible for carrying out support services for the unit
Update the unit’s intranet page and various SharePoint pages
Review incoming documentation requests for completeness and respond appropriately
Demonstrate attention to detail and the ability to effectively prioritize work
Assist in analysis, development, implementation, and testing of the unit’s software and databases
Assist in annual testing of internal controls
Proofread and verify the accuracy of outgoing correspondence
Adhere to the department’s Code of Conduct and the Secrecy Provisions of the New York State Tax Law
Adhere to the department’s time and attendance rules and regulations
Minimum Qualifications COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Current NYS employee eligible for 70.1 transfer under Civil Service Laws, Rules and Regulations
OR
Active and reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for this title and location.
Additional Comments New York State is an equal opportunity employer. It's the policy of the state of New York to provide for and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, or an arrest or criminal conviction record unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name Anjuli Barcomb
Telephone 518-530-4639
Fax
Email Address tax.sm.recruitmentteam2@tax.ny.gov
Address
Street WA Harriman State Campus
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12227
Notes on ApplyingQualified Candidates should submit a cover letter stating how they qualify with their resume to the email address above.
Please reference the vacancy ID number, Program Aide and OBMA (Office of Budget & Management Analysis) in the subject line of your response.
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