Review Vacancy
AgencyTaxation & Finance, State
TitleHuman Resources Specialist 1 (NY HELPS)
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $63266 to $78505 Annually
Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In May 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.
At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1: A bachelor's or higher degree.
Human Resources Specialist Trainee 2: A bachelor's degree and one year of professional human resources experience.
*A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.
Human Resources Specialist 1: A bachelor's degree and two years of professional human resources experience.
*A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.
Advanced placement to the Trainee 2 or journey level may be possible depending on education and experience. Candidates appointed at the Trainee 1 level will need to successfully complete a two-year traineeship before advancing to the Human Resources Specialist 1, SG-18 level.
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COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must be a NYS employee and eligible to transfer by
having at least one year of permanent service in a qualifying
title; OR be active and reachable Candidates must be a NYS
employee and eligible to transfer by having at least one year of
permanent service in a qualifying title; OR be active and
reachable on the Civil Service eligible list that fills this title.
Transfer qualifications: Candidates must be eligible for transfer
under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
This position may be filled as a two-year traineeship. Trainee 1 is equated to SG-13 with a starting salary rate of $50,408. Trainee 2 is equated to SG-14 with a starting salary rate of $53,403. Full Journey Title is a Grade 18 with a salary of $63,266 after a successful two-year traineeship is completed.
Duties Description Under the general supervisor of the Human Resources Specialist 2, the incumbent will supervise administrative staff responsible for providing employee benefits services to several divisions/bureaus within the Tax department.
Essential functions include supervising and/or personally performing the following activities:
•Evaluates staff performance to ensure consistent application of established policies and procedures.
•Maintain confidentiality of information, exercise good judgment.
•Develop a thorough understanding of the Attendance and Leave Rules that govern NYS employees, act as agency liaison with the Business Services Center for Time and Attendance.
•Responds, both orally and in writing, to sensitive or complex matters concerning employee benefits and payroll issues.
•Review various documents to determine entitlement and ensure compliance with all applicable rules for employees requesting a leave of absence, either with or without pay, including Family Medical Leave.
•Oversee the administration of certain salary continuation programs offered by the State including the leave donation program, the sick leave at half pay program, Military leave entitlement, Workers' Compensation program, etc.
•Administer health insurance benefits for Tax employees by completing transactions in NYBEAS and by communicating with the Employee Benefits Division at Civil Service.
•Research complex inquiries from employees, supervisors, managers, Union personnel, etc. regarding time and attendance issues utilizing a variety of resources.
•Communicate effectively via telephone, in writing and/or in person with a variety of staff and other agency personnel.
•Use and navigate computer systems; learn, maintain and update skills in computer technology.
•Assist in the review, evaluation and analysis of reports.
•Must be able to multitask and prioritize assignments while adhering to strict deadlines.
•Meet department's time and attendance rules and regulations.
Additional Comments Telecommuting opportunities to be discussed at interview.
New York State is an equal opportunity employer. It’s the policy of the state of New York to provide for and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, or an arrest or criminal conviction record unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address tax.sm.Tax.Recruitment.Team5@tax.ny.gov
Address
Street WA Harriman State Office Campus
Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume including current title and how you qualify.
Please reference the Office of Human Resources, the vacancy ID number, and the title of this position in your response to this posting.
If eligible via 55-b/c please provide a copy of your active Letter of Eligibility with your response.