Review Vacancy
TitleHuman Resources Specialist 2
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $79410 to $106517 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Minimum Qualifications Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for Human Resources Specialist 2 OR have one year of permanent competitive service in a title eligible for transfer via Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.
Duties Description The NYS Canal Corporation, a subsidiary of the NY Power Authority (NYPA), is seeking Human Resources Specialist 2 (HRS 2) candidates for the Office of Human Resources. The Canal Corporation is comprised of nearly 500 permanent employees and nearly 200 seasonal employees who support the operation, maintenance, engineering, and administration of the 524 miles of Canalways.
The incumbent of this position will provide the full range of personnel services relating to employee benefits for Canal managers, supervisors, and employees (permanent and seasonal). The position will lead the Canal’s Benefits Team and perform the following duties:
• As the Health Benefits Administrator (HBA), provide oversight and administration of Canal employee benefits, including but not limited to:
• develop and conduct training related to benefits programs
• initial employee enrollment
• M/C vision/dental
• Employee Benefit Fund
• Survivor Death Benefit
• FSA enrollment
• option transfer period
• all other health insurance changes
• deferred compensation changes and updates
• pre-retirement counseling for benefit enrollment
• Coordinate Canal’s payroll and salary administration functions with NYPA Payroll staff.
• Manage and direct leaves, time and attendance, tuition reimbursement, annual performance reviews, and employee recognition.
• Assist the Director of HR with special projects.
• Supervise a subordinate HR Specialist assigned to the benefits team.
• Perform a variety of other HR duties as assigned.
The ideal candidate will be fully versed in NYSHIP/NYBEAS practices and operations; be able to administer contractual and M/C requirements; be able to work both independently and effectively as part of a team in addressing human resource management issues; and be customer focused. Additionally, the candidate should possess excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Visio, are a plus.
Additional Comments Free Parking will be available to employees.
The New York State Canal Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.
New York State Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination based on age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, marital status, gender identity, prior arrests, prior conviction records, predisposing genetic characteristics or domestic violence victim status.
The New York State Canal Corporation provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please e-mail accessibility@nypa.gov.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name recruitment@canals.ny.gov
Email Address recruitment@canals.ny.gov
Address
5th Floor
Notes on ApplyingInterested candidates who meet the minimum qualifications should send a cover letter and resume by the application deadline of February 13, 2023, to recruitment@canals.ny.gov. Please include the position title, HR Specialist 2, in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application.