Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 04/06/26
Applications Due: 04/16/26
Vacancy ID: 213247
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyCriminal Justice Services, Division of
TitleProgram Aide
Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide
Salary Grade13
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $53413 to $65061 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 80 South Swan Street
Alfred E. Smith Building
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12210
Job Specifics
Duties Description The Program Aide provides critical administrative and programmatic support to the Office of Youth Justice (OYJ) in the unit’s implementation and oversight of community-based programming. Duties will include, but will not be limited to:
• Managing data entry for unit functions including travel expenses, telecommuting plans, and monthly statistical reporting.
• Arranging travel for internal and external stakeholders as necessary; processing travel vouchers for Juvenile Justice Advisory Group (JJAG) members.
• Monitoring shared OYJ mailed mailboxes, managing supply orders, and handling copy requests.
• Providing support to Program Staff as assigned including but not limited to scheduling of local collaborative meetings, drafting meeting minutes, maintaining programmatic documents, and ensuring that required activities are occurring within the designated timeframes.
• Assisting in the planning of the Annual Youth Justice Conference, including venue liaison (space, AV, catering, etc.), drafting conference materials, and providing backend application support to ensure a successful event.
• Scheduling and developing agendas for upcoming meetings as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Permanent service in this title or one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-11 or higher and otherwise eligible for transfer under Civil Service Law.
A list of titles eligible for 70.1 transfer may be found here: https://www.cs.ny.gov/businesssuite/title-transfer-matrix.cfm
Preferred Qualifications: Good written and oral communication skills, and good attention to detail. The incumbent must also be able to work well in team settings. Preferred candidates will possess good analytics skills and working knowledge of the youth serving systems.
Additional Comments Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. DCJS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Please be advised that the Division of Criminal Justice Services does not currently offer sponsorship for employment visas.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Unit at DEIA@dcjs.ny.gov or (518) 457-8895.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Theresa Scrodanus
Telephone 518-457-3875
Fax 518-457-4000
Email Address DCJSJobs@dcjs.ny.gov
Address
Street 80 South Swan Street
Alfred E. Smith Building
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12210
Notes on ApplyingPlease send a cover letter and resume to the email address above. Please reference posting # 213247 on your cover letter.
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