Position Information

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AgencyMilitary and Naval Affairs, Division of

TitleOffice Assistant 1

Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary Grade06

Bargaining UnitDMNA - Division of Military and Naval Affairs (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $31870 to $39423 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class "Other" (generally Military Law positions)

Travel Percentage 15%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 7 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Albany

Street Address Latham Headquarters

330 Old Niskayuna Road

City Latham

StateNY

Zip Code12110

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications This position is not in the Classified Service of New York State, but is covered under New York State Military Law. If selected, current Civil Service employees will lose their seniority within the Classified Service, thereby exempting them from applying for promotional exams within Civil Service.

Preferred: Experience in an office, clerical, secretarial, mail or supply responsibilities or other administrative position.*

AND

Must be at least 18 years old and have a High School Diploma or GED.

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of New York. May be required to utilize vehicles for site visits and other travel. Must report any changes in driver’s license status to supervisory chain of command.

Must be familiar with Microsoft Office Word and Excel.**

Required to have or successfully complete within 90 days of receiving computer access, all Statewide Financial System (SFS), Statewide Learning Management System (SLMS) and other computer training as related to position duties.**

In accordance with NGB standards, will be required to obtain and maintain a favorable background investigation, and have an appropriate clearance to allow access to computer networks and restricted areas to determine suitability, loyalty, and trustworthiness. Minimally a National Agency Check with Inquiry (NACI) will be completed – dependent on current regulation, a SECRET clearance may be required.

* May have other requirements for parenthetical positions – Keyboarding, Stores/Mail, Customer Service, Calculations, and Human Resources.

** Should related regulations, procedures and requirements change, additional training and/or certifications may be required.

At all times, the employee MUST maintain minimum standards in accordance with current agency requirements and directives noted above; failure to do so will subject the individual to disciplinary action, including possible termination.

NOTE: Position standards illustrate the nature, extent and scope of duties and responsibilities of the position described. Standards cannot and do not include all of the work that might be appropriately performed by the incumbent. The minimum qualifications above are those which were required for appointment at the time the Position Standards were written. Please contact State Human Resources Directorate for current information on minimum requirements for appointment. Please contact State Human Resources Directorate for any further information regarding the position requirements.

Duties Description This position is not in the Classified Service of New York State, but is covered under New York State Military Law. If selected, current Civil Service employees will lose their seniority within the Classified Service, thereby exempting them from applying for promotional exams within Civil Service.

Working under the supervision of senior staff, Office Assistants perform office support and clerical work to meet the requirements of agency programs. Such work may consist of, but is not limited to: performing data entry; math or calculations; mail, supply, and inventory functions; keyboarding and other document preparation tasks; answering telephones; completing forms; assisting customers; creating or assisting in the preparation of reports, charts, graphs, and tables; and performing other related activities. This position will be assigned in Directorate of Administrative Services where the preponderance of activities will be related to mailroom activities and clerical matters.

Office Assistants 1 perform entry-level clerical and office support work, including processing transactions and maintaining records in a variety of organizational settings. Any given assignment may encompass a broad or narrow range of activities. Office Assistant 1 is a non-supervisory position.

The position performs responsibilities in accordance with all current and amended, DMNA policies and procedures, federal and state statutes, and where applicable, the contract bargaining agreement and requirements of the National Guard Bureau (NGB), specifically the Master Cooperative Agreement (MCA) and supporting regulations. The position may report to state and/or federal supervisory personnel.

In this assignment, duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Will perform duties independently as well as in team setting.
• Work on computers utilizing various software and database systems.
• Overtime may be required.
• Demonstrate reliability and trustworthiness.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Complete and attend training as required.
• Other work related duties as assigned.

Mail and Supply

• Receive, pick up, deliver, open, appropriately record, time stamp, sort, and distribute mail, e-mail, or other forms of correspondence or communication, or goods, materials, or stores.
• As directed, pick up, deliver and process packages, agency paychecks or awards from the Executive Chamber, other state agencies or vendor locations.
• Maintain files, correspondence, documents, records, materials, and stores pursuant to guidelines. Process outgoing mail, to include mail preparations (stuffing and sealing envelopes, applying postage), utilizing State and Federal meters and obtain postage meter readings as required.
• Process incoming/outgoing mail/packages – certified, registered, ground, overnight or other carrier options; maintains proper tracking procedures for same.
• May communicate with outside vendors, agencies or private carriers.
• May operate a motor vehicle to pick up and deliver mail, or other forms of correspondence or communication.
• Receive, unload, unpack, sort, store, count, and distribute goods received, following established procedures.
• Advise supervisors upon receipt of damaged goods or incomplete or incorrect shipments process/address according to agency procedures.
• Issue and may deliver goods from stock according to procedure.
• Agency-wide distribution of printed materials and bulk mailings to all State and Federal employees in accordance with formulas listed in DMNA Pamphlet 25-31 or other agency directives.
• May package goods for shipment.
• Take periodic physical inventory and maintain perpetual inventory records.
• Keep shelves and stock clean, neat, and in proper place.
• Maintain various listings for mail service purposes.
Performs other duties as assigned.

General Office Support

• Answer questions from and provide information to various parties regarding agency activities, transactions, and procedures. Refer inquiries as necessary.
• Operate various communication systems such as telephones and computers; and keep records of such communications.
• Operate, and perform basic cleaning and maintenance on office machines and equipment. Clear paper jams in copiers, scanners and printers; replace toner cartridges; and clean keyboards and screens.
• Schedule appointments, meetings, and travel using various office tools.
• Perform routine processing activities, including checking forms for completeness and accuracy.
• Type, proofread, review, and correct correspondence, documents, records, and other written material.
• Make appropriate corrections for format, accuracy, and validity.
• Assist in gathering or compiling data for reports, graphs, charts, tables, or other products.
• May create graphs, charts, or other visual aids to display data.
• May also prepare routine reports or assist others in the preparation of reports, following established guidelines.
• Transcribe hand-written materials.
• Maintain, update, and correct records and files.
• Receive, screen, review, and verify documents, forms, applications, claims, and other documents for completeness, content, and accuracy.
• Establish new files in accordance with procedures to include coding and numbering forms, creating folders, and compiling relevant material.
• Enter and retrieve data and information from computerized systems.
• Verify data previously transcribed or entered to detect errors.
• Perform various clerical or office assistance tasks such as scanning documents, and verifying accuracy of data from scanned documents.

Calculations

• Maintain basic financial, accounting, and/or statistical records via paper and electronic records.
• Perform calculations and computations, primarily on computers and calculators, using known and standard formulas and methods.
• As needed and directed, contact various internal and external parties to obtain information.
• Utilize required software systems to track, maintain and process records and information.
• Prepare, process, review, and record numerical transactions and records. This activity may include: processing bills and vouchers; reviewing or auditing calculations or statistics; process purchasing requests and purchase orders; or disbursing or receiving items of values such as cash or vouchers, including, for example, such tasks as calculating and collecting fees or processing credit card transactions.
• Basic knowledge of applicable rules and regulations associated with unit assigned, to include rates of the US Postal Service and other applicable carrier requirements.
• Basic knowledge of the rates and services provided by private carriers.
• Must be familiar with and be able to independently use commonly utilized software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, electronic mail (e-mail) and internet searches such as for postal/carrier information or supply products.
• Must be able to sit, stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to push, pull, lift and carry heavy objects and equipment (minimally 50 lbs) as part of daily activities.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills; be able to clearly and concisely prepare written documentation related to mail receipts and notification, etc.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as with other individuals in a project/team setting.
• Ability to get along with and interact well with different groups of people, including co-workers, management, both Federal and State personnel, and the public.
• Ability to follow directions, ensure follow through and completion of assignments and seek assistance or report concerns when needed.
• Ability to prioritize assignments and be productive in a fast-paced, multi-faceted work environment.
• Ability to work with data and information with attention to detail and minimize errors.
• May be required to work outside in various temperatures and inclement weather for extended periods of time.
• May be required to work comfortably at heights such as climbing ladders, platforms and lifts.
• Demonstrate reliability and trustworthiness.
• Will complete and attend training as required.
• Periodic overtime may be required
• Periodic travel may be required using various modes of transportation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Comments This position is not in the Classified Service of New York State, but is covered under New York State Military Law. If selected, current Civil Service employees will lose their seniority within the Classified Service, thereby exempting them from applying for promotional exams within Civil Service.

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

Contact Information

Name Kristen Dryer

Telephone 518-786-4830

Fax 518-786-4969

Email Address ng.ny.nyarng.mbx.mnhs-job-posting@army.mil

Address

Street New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs - State Human Resources Management

330 Old Niskayuna Road

City Latham

State NY

Zip Code 12110

 

Notes on ApplyingTo be considered for interview, submit a cover letter and resume. In e-mail subject line and cover letter indicate the title, location, vacancy announcement number of the position for which you are applying. Ensure to clearly note how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Please be certain to note your specific license or certification to meet requirements.

If you are a former public employee retired within New York State currently receiving benefits, indicate this and the name of the retirement system in your cover letter.

Cover letter and resume may be submitted via E-mail (preferred method), FAX, or Mail. ENSURE TO COPY E-MAIL ADDRESS EXACTLY.

E-mail to: ng.ny.nyarng.mbx.mnhs-job-posting@army.mil
FAX to: (518) 786-4969
Phone to: (518) 786-4830

Mail to:
New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs
State Human Resources Management
330 Old Niskayuna Road
Latham, New York 12110-3514
Attn: Classifications

ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED IN STATE HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT (MNHS) BY OCTOBER 28, 2021.

VAGUENESS AND OMISSIONS WILL NOT BE RESOLVED IN YOUR FAVOR.
ALL CURRENT PERMANENT DMNA STATE EMPLOYEES WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE INTERVIEWED TO EVALUATE THEIR QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ABILITY TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE DIVISION AND ABILITY TO PERFORM THE DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION. THE REQUIREMENT TO PROVE QUALIFICATION SHALL REST WITH THE EMPLOYEE.

ALL OTHER CANDIDATES WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR INTERVIEW TO EVALUATE THEIR QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE IN RELATION TO THE DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION.