Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyEducation Department, State

TitleHuman Resources Specialist 1, Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1, (Two Positions), EXEC-124/45244, EXEC-125/40326

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $61423 to $76218 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Executive

Office of Human Resources Management

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12234

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as a Human Resources Specialist 1.

Eligible List Appointment: Candidates who are reachable on the New York State Education Department’s Public Administration Trainee Transition (PATT) eligible list or the Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) eligible list may be considered for appointment. If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for this title, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter.

Section 52.6 Transfer to Human Resources Specialist 1: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a qualifying title allocated at salary grade 16 or higher deemed eligible for transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law. For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website.

Section 52.6 Transfer to Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55 b/c service in a qualifying title allocated at salary grade 11 or higher deemed eligible for transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law. For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website.

Section 70.1 Transfer to Human Resources Specialist 1: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a qualifying title allocated at salary grade 16 or higher deemed eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website.

Section 70.1 Transfer to Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55 b/c service in a qualifying title allocated at salary grade 11 or higher deemed eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website.

Section 70.4 Transfer to Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1: Candidates may be eligible for nomination for Section 70.4 transfer to Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1 if they possess a bachelor’s degree AND have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-11 or higher AND have standing on the Public Administration Trainee Transition (PATT) eligible list or the Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) eligible list.

55 b/c Appointment: These positions are eligible for 55 b/c designation and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications and a current 55 b/c eligibility letter.

Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM) is seeking candidates for two Human Resources Specialist 1 positions in the Staffing Unit. OHRM provides personnel services, staff development, labor relations and employee benefits to staff in various diverse program areas within the Education Department, including the Office of Education Policy (including P-12 and Higher Education), the Office of Adult Career and Continuing Education Services, the Office of the Professions, the Office of Cultural Education, the Office of Performance Improvement and Management Services, and the Office of the Chief Financial Officer. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work closely with and develop relationships with program managers and staff for the effective accomplishment of program and OHRM work priorities;
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to program managers on a variety of human resources and civil service issues;
• Review, analyze and respond to program requests;
• Ensure compliance with NYSED and OHRM policies and procedures, negotiated agreements, Civil Service Law, rules and regulations, and other Human Resources laws that govern a variety of employment and employee actions;
• Work closely with program managers to ensure the development of a qualified, competent and diversified workforce;
• Interpret and apply negotiated agreements in the resolution of workplace problems;
• Perform various activities related to staffing, classification, compensation, examination development, employee transactions, employee performance evaluations and position maintenance;
• Assist programs with organizational planning, staff-development, career ladder and succession planning initiatives;
• Assist in the development and implementation of new program initiatives; and
• Complete special projects as assigned.

Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: These will be contingent permanent appointments. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of degree and/or work experience will be required at the time of interview for all candidates

The salary listed above applies to candidates appointed to Human Resources Specialist 1, salary grade 18. The hiring rate for candidates appointed to Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1 starts at $48,940 and, for current NYS employees, is based on the candidate’s salary at the time of hire. Candidates appointed at the trainee level will be required to successfully complete the traineeship in order to advance to the journey level title and salary.

*Leads to a maximum salary of $76,218 based on annual performance advances.

APPLICATION: Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest to jobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (EXEC-124/45244, EXEC-125/40326) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.

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

Contact Information

Name Office of Human Resources Management

Telephone (518) 474-5215

Fax (518) 486-5631

Email Address jobs@nysed.gov

Address

Street NYS Education Department

89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528 EB

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12234

 

Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest to jobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (EXEC-124/45244, EXEC-125/40326) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.