Review Vacancy
AgencyAgriculture & Markets, Department of
TitleAssociate Director Human Resources 1
Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management
Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $85712 to $108342 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Non-competitive Promotion: In accordance with Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law, this notice advises all employees of the Department of Agriculture and Markets of our intention to conduct a non-competitive promotion exam for the position of Associate Director Human Resources 1, Grade M-1 in Syracuse. Permanent appointment may be made by non-competitive promotion of an applicant who meets the position’s minimum qualifications if a non-competitive examination is approved by the Department of Civil Service.
Non-competitive Promotion Qualifications: One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as a Human Resources Specialist 2, G-23.
52.6 Transfer Qualifications: This position is open to New York State employees with one year of permanent competitive service at G-23 and above who are eligible for transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law. The Section 52.6 transfer cannot be a second, consecutive transfer resulting in an advancement of more than two grade levels. To qualify for Section 52.6 transfer, candidates must have one year of permanent competitive service in an administrative title as defined by Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.
Duties Description Under the general direction of the Director of Human Resources, the Associate Director Human Resources 1 operates with considerable independence in supervising and directing the activities of the Department of Agriculture and Market’s (AGM) personnel programs, including those of the New York State Fair. This includes directing AGM’s recruitment and staffing, position classification, examination planning, attendance and leave, performance management, drafting written communications and policies, gathering, and analyzing data and preparing management reports, and conferring with program directors, supervisors, union representatives, and employees to identify and resolve issues and address performance problems.
Additional Comments This position is conveniently located at the New York State Fairgrounds at 581 State Fair Boulevard, Syracuse, New York. We offer a professional and comfortable working environment with ample free parking. This position offers a competitive salary of $85,712 with excellent benefits. Benefits include but are not limited to inexpensive Health Insurance options, free Dental and Vision coverage, NYS Pension Plan membership, and ample paid time off.
Department Summary:
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, through its various divisions and programs, promotes New York agriculture and its high-quality and diverse products, fosters agricultural environmental stewardship, and safeguards the State’s food supply, land, and livestock to ensure the viability and growth of New York’s agriculture industries.
If you would like to work for a premier agency focused on enhancing the quality of life for the people of New York State by supporting production of agriculture; ensuring safe, nutritious, and accessible food supply; providing economic opportunities for farm and rural residents, then the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is for you.
To learn more about our agency and our mission, please visit https://www.agriculture.ny.gov/.
Division of the State Fair:
The New York State Fair and Fairgrounds are used to promote and highlight New York State and its agriculture, commerce, arts, and sciences to residents of the State of New York. As part of this mission, the New York State Fair provides an educational forum for agriculture and commerce; enhances the image of New York’s agriculture and commerce; provides affordable, quality entertainment and educational opportunities for the people of New York; contributes to the efforts of the State, industry, associations and private businesses in the promotion and marketing of agriculture and agri-business; and creatively provides opportunities for economic growth by producing revenues and providing jobs.
The annual State Fair, held for 13 days ending on Labor Day, preserves and enhances the agricultural legacy of the State of New York and promotes current and future agricultural awareness. The State Fair hosts statewide competitions in the breeding and showing of horses and livestock and the production of quality wine, vegetables, fruit, honey, maple syrup, flowers, forage, and grain. Likewise, the Fair also hosts competitions for the youth of New York State that include horses, livestock, horticulture, robotics, dogs, sports, talent, and general economics.
The Fair's priority is attracting people to this unique tourism asset, which is the nation's first and oldest State Fair, attracting over 1.2 million people each year and bringing 180 events year-round.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address recruitment@agriculture.ny.gov
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Notes on ApplyingCandidates that are eligible and interested in being considered for appointment to this position must use this link to apply:https://fs30.formsite.com/zMiW7u/5daykmjljv/index.html by January 27, 2023. Please submit a copy of your current resume, college transcript(s) and a cover letter within the online application.
If you have any questions, please contact Deborah Leo in Human Resources at (518) 457-3216 or recruitment@agriculture.ny.gov.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov.