Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyTaxation & Finance, State

TitleOffice Assistant 1(NY HELPS)

Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary Grade06

Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $36232 to $44828 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type 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? No

Location

County Albany

Street Address W.A. Harriman State Campus Bldg 8

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12227

Job Specifics

Duties Description These positions will be assigned to the Processing and Shared Services Bureau. The incumbent may perform activities including but not limited to the following essential functions:

Open, review, and sort incoming mail
• Compile returns and documents accurately for processing and scanning
• Maintain electronic and hard copy of records and files
• Operate office equipment such as printer, copiers, scanners, and fax machines.
• Maintain inventory of office supplies and equipment
• Have a working knowledge of various Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams, in addition to having a working knowledge of our various processing and workflow systems
• Manipulate an alphanumeric keyboard and operate a PC to navigate various computer systems and applications in order to enter, retrieve, and compile information and data; prepare forms and reports accurately and timely
• Adhere to the Department’s time and attendance rules and regulations. Perform with the highest level of integrity, acting within the Department’s code of conduct, state ethics laws, and department policies.

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 a future date, 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 an NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

There are no minimum education or experience requirements for this title.

COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Current NYS employee eligible for transfer under the provisions of NYS Civil Service Laws, Rules, & Regulations.
OR
Reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title and location.
55-b/c: Please include your letter of eligibility with your application

Additional Comments The Department of Taxation and Finance (DTF) strives to provide New Yorkers with the highest level of service possible. To do so, it is of the utmost importance that we recruit and retain a high-quality, skilled, and diverse workforce. Nearly 18 million New Yorkers rely on our employees to accurately apportion funds for schools, roads, medical care, security services, conservation programs, and much, much more. We are committed to administering the state’s tax systems fairly, courteously, and cost effectively We believe the way to do this is to partner the skills, creativity, and ingenuity of our workforce with the best technologies available. When responding to this posting, please include the Vacancy ID# and title in the subject line. Please provide your resume and social security number to determine appointment transfer eligibility.

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.

Any candidate selected for this position will be subject to are view of their tax return submissions by the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance. Employment of a candidate is conditioned upon a finding by the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance that the candidate is incompliance with all local, state, and federal tax laws. In accordance with federal government requirements, the employment of any candidate selected for this position is conditioned upon successfully completing a background investigation including a criminal history record check (fingerprint check).

Note: Due to the nature of this position, newly hired employees will not be eligible to telecommute. After the specified training period, employees may be allowed to submit a telecommuting application in accordance with the Department’s policy and subject to management approval.

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

How to Apply

Name Antonietta Belott

Telephone 518-486-1907

Fax

Email Address External.Application@tax.ny.gov

Address

Street W. A. Harriman State Office Campus Building 9, Room 256

Building 9, Room 256

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12227

 

Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should copy the below web address into your browser to complete the online application for the Department of Tax and Finance. Within the application you will attach your resume and cover letter. https://www7b.tax.ny.gov/HELP/gateway/HELP.homeYou may be contacted to provide your full Social Security Number for verification.