Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleOffice Assistant 2 - NY HELPS

Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary Grade09

Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $42641 to $52413 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Provisional

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12233

Job Specifics

Duties Description This position will be in the Division of Fiscal Management. Duties include general office tasks such as filing; copying; scanning; answering phones and providing phone backup; responding to emails/questions; maintaining files; opening and distributing mail; processing outgoing mail; formatting letters for processing; working on special projects as needed, in addition to the following: send out purchase orders and contract documents; managing shared mailboxes; update contract database; review, post, track and follow up on budget errors; maintain multi-function machines; Filled Position Reports (Salary and Hourly);

Assist and provide backup to the Administrative Assistant 2 with tasks such as maintaining Division Director’s signature folders; scheduling interviews; scheduling/setting up meetings; maintaining Journal Voucher log/mailbox; responding to laptop and projector requests; maintaining Records Management records/spreadsheet.

Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.

To be eligible for appointment under NY HELPS, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications below:

One year of clerical experience.

Minimum Qualifications for Provisional Appointment:

You must be a qualified employee of New York State and have had one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as:

an office assistant, clerical, or keyboarding title allocated to Grade 6 or higher.

Qualifying titles are available
at: https://www.cs.ny.gov/examannouncements/announcements/38687titles.cfm.

Additional ways to qualify:

Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC
or

Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis.
or

Transfer Eligible - One year of permanent competitive service at Salary Grade 7 or higher and:

Eligible for transfer under Section 70.1: Permanent competitive service as an Office Assistant 2, Office Assistant 2 (Calculations), Office Assistant 2 (Keyboarding), Office Assistant 2 (Stores/Mail), Secretary 1. Additional titles which qualify can be found on the Department of Civil Service website, search "GOT-IT".

Additional Comments Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Sherri Montross

Telephone 518-402-9273

Fax 518-402-9038

Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

Personnel, 10th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12233

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include Vacancy #25-195643 on your resume or it may not be accepted.