Review Vacancy
AgencyAgriculture & Markets, Department of
TitleOffice Assistant 2 (Keyboarding)
Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $37507 to $46103 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Transfer Qualifications: Under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law: One year of permanent, competitive service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Such titles include: Office Assistant 2, Office Assistant 2 Calculations, Office Assistant 2 Stores/Mail.
In addition, keyboarding proficiency is a minimum requirement of this position. If you have not previously
held a keyboarding position, you must pass the New York State Department of Civil Service Typing
Performance Test.
Duties Description 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 Food Safety and Inspection Summary:
The Division of Food Safety and Inspection provides a vital service to people across the state by working to ensure that New York State’s food and feed supply is safe to consume. From licensing businesses and conducting inspections, to collaborating with local, state, and federal partners on new and innovative approaches to food safety, this work is critical to ensuring that the safety of the food supply is maintained from producer to consumer.
To learn more about the Division of Food Safety and Inspection, please visit https://agriculture.ny.gov/food-safety
Job Summary:
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking interested candidates for an Office
Assistant 2 (Keyboarding) in Albany to assist the Information Services Unit within the Division of Food Safety
and Inspection. This individual will be responsible for supporting the work of the Division by assisting in the
electronic filing of inspection reports, scanning, and saving inspection reports and license applications, and
assisting in maintaining Division databases. In addition, this individual will assist in mailings and supply
fulfillment for field staff.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address recruitment@agriculture.ny.gov
Address
Notes on Applying Candidates that are eligible and interested in being considered for appointment to this position must complete our online employment application and upload their cover letter and resume to the system. Our online employment application can be found at: https://fs30.formsite.com/zMiW7u/rxkb6lyjhs/index.html. The deadline to apply is September 24, 2021.
If you have any questions, please contact Amy Sacco 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 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
Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov