Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleStudent Assistant (EMS) - 00654

Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary GradeHourly

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $16.50 to $20.53 Hourly

Employment Type Part-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 20

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 Division of State EMS

875 Central Avenue

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12206

Job Specifics

Duties Description This position is located within the Project Management Unit within the Division of State Emergency Medical Services (EMS). This position is responsible for providing administrative and analytical support to the Project Management Unit, which is responsible for tracking over 25 ongoing EMS initiatives, developing project management infrastructure, and data reporting obligations. Project Support - 60%
Tracking project timelines, deliverables, and documentation using Project Management software (MS Excel, Word, Project, and SharePoint). Preparation of biweekly project management governance board meeting materials, agendas, and minutes. Collecting and organizing program data for internal dashboards. Assisting in process improvement initiatives, including workflow mapping and data validation.

Stakeholder Engagement - 20%
Supporting communication with contractors, internal stakeholders, and other agencies. General administrative tasks such as scheduling and file management. Other duties as assigned - 20%

Minimum Qualifications Candidates must be a matriculated undergraduate or graduate college student. Documentation of current matriculation and enrollment in the Spring 2026 semester must be submitted with your resume.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project)
• Familiarity with Project Management or Data Visualization tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously
• Foundational knowledge of project management principles, public health systems, or emergency medical services
• Experience with data entry, reporting, or administrative support tasks in an office or academic setting
Preferred Majors
• Public Administration
• Business Administration
• Public Health
• Emergency Management
• Data Analytics/Information Systems
• Health Policy
• Other advanced degree

Additional Comments Temporary, part-time, non-competitive. Salary determined by academic level. Hours worked and schedule are flexible and dependent upon assignment. Must maintain matriculated student status to retain employment.

JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Accounting/Auditing
• Business Administration
• Advertising, Marketing, Media & PR
• Customer Service/Technical Support
• Contract Management/Grants
• Data Analytics
• Finance/Budget
• Healthcare Administration
• Health Records Management/Conversion
• Information Technology
• Operations
• Project Management
• Research/Writing/Editing
• Training

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...

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.reasonable.accommodation@health.ny.gov to make a request.

NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

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.

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

How to Apply

Name Human Resources Management Group

Telephone 518-485-6563

Fax (518) 473-3395

Email Address health.sm.studentrecruit@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Room 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and proof of matriculation for the Spring 2026 semester as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to health.sm.studentrecruit@health.ny.gov, with Reference BR/SA/00654/EMS included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, BR/SA/00654/EMS , Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.