Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyWorkers' Compensation Board

TitleHuman Resources Specialist 1/ Trainee 1/2 (NY HELPS), WCB Item #476

Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $55005 to $80860 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 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Schenectady

Street Address Office of Financial Services, Human Resources Management

328 State Street

City Schenectady

StateNY

Zip Code12305

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Candidates must be reachable on the appropriate Civil Service eligible list.

OR

Candidates must have one year permanent or 55 b/c service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer in accordance with 70.1 or 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.

OR

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 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.
Candidates may be required to serve a 2-year traineeship that leads to the SG- 18 position. The traineeship would include SG-14 Trainee 1 and SG-16 Trainee 2. After successful completion of the two-year traineeship the incumbent will advance to the SG-18 level.

NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1- Starting Salary $55,005
Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree or higher.

Human Resources Specialist Trainee 2- Starting Salary $61,340
A bachelor's degree and one year of professional human resources experience.*

Human Resources Specialist 1- Starting Salary $65,164
A bachelor's degree and two 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.

55 B/C QUALIFICATIONS
Individuals certified eligible for the 55b/c program under the Governor’s Program to Hire Persons/Veterans with Disabilities pursuant to Section 55b/c of the Civil Service Law will also be considered. To be considered, you must meet the minimum qualifications and provide a copy of your letter of eligibility with your response.
Candidates must meet the non-competitive minimum qualifications listed above.

Duties Description Under the general direction of the Human Resources Specialist 2, SG-23, the incumbent will coordinate recruitment efforts and ensure the appropriate assistance to employees and program managers. Duties will include but will not be limited to:
• Perform a variety of recruitment activities as assigned to provide program managers with a qualified candidate pool.
• Ensure that appointments are made in accordance with policy and Civil Service Law.
• Conduct research and analysis to develop clear, concise agency requests for classification, reclassification, reallocation and earmark release.
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of employee, supervisory and staffing issues in assigned program areas.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for personnel questions and problems, assisting and providing information to assigned program area managers, supervisors and employees.
• Monitor employee status ensuring appropriate transactions are processed.
• Keep abreast of program goals and alert supervisor of emerging problems.
• Conduct research and pre-scope meeting and represents the Board at scope conferences.
• Maintain, update and/or file as necessary employee records classification packages, ad hoc reports and documentation of non-routine decisions
• Participate in special projects within Human Resources or in intra-agency or inter-agency work groups.

Additional Comments Please Note: A hybrid telecommuting schedule can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.

Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.

Additional Benefits
• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Program
• Flexible Spending Program, which allows employees to set aside pre-tax payroll deductions for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.


For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

The Workers’ Compensation Board (Board) is an equal opportunity employer. The Board does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. The Board is dedicated to eliminating injustices and ensuring diversity in our workforce so we can better serve our staff and create a space where all feel safe to be themselves. To help meet those goals, we encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply. We are looking for candidates who are committed to working in and contributing to an environment that fosters a sense of belonging, as well as inclusion, and celebrates people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, and perspectives.

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

Contact Information

Name Recruitment Unit

Telephone

Fax 518-486-6364

Email Address HRM@WCB.NY.GOV

Address

Street Human Resources Management

328 State Street

City Schenectady

State NY

Zip Code 12305

 

Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should send a letter of interest and resume which lists your actual Civil Service title, salary grade and specific verifiable information as to how you meet the minimum qualifications to be eligible to apply for this position. Please send your application to HRM@WCB.ny.gov (email applications are preferred). It is important that you reference the WCB Item #476 in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application. (Please do not reference the Vacancy ID No.)