Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 01/12/26
Applications Due: 02/20/26
Vacancy ID: 207078
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyMental Health, Office of
TitleAssociate Director Human Resources 1 (Institution), Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center, P26186
Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management
Salary Grade661
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $93659 to $118388 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 6 AM
To 6 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County New York
Street Address Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center
102 Rivers Edge Road
City New York
StateNY
Zip Code10035
Job Specifics
Duties Description Ready to take the next step in your Human Resources career? Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center (KFPC), an Office of Mental Health (OMH) forensic facility, is recruiting an Associate Director Human Resources 1 (Institution) to oversee all employee and labor relations activities at both KFPC and Manhattan Psychiatric Center (MPC).
As the Associate Director Human Resources 1 (Institution), you will be responsible for the direction and oversight of human resources management operations related to employee and labor relations, including:
• Serving as the primary advisor to executive management at MPC and KFPC on employee and labor relations matters
• Directing labor relations activities including the administration of all discipline and grievance procedures and participation in labor/management committee meetings
• Supervising and coordinating work assignments for labor relations staff.
About KFPC & MPC:
KFPC and MPC campuses are located on Randall’s Island in Manhattan and provide psychiatric care and treatment to adults from the New York City Metro area.
KFPC provides inpatient treatment and rehabilitation to pretrial defendants who were deemed unfit to stand trial and were court ordered for restoration of fitness to stand trial and individuals who have been found not guilty by reason of insanity.
MPC is a comprehensive, community-based mental health facility serving individuals who are 18 years or older, from the Manhattan and Greater NYC Region.
KFPC and MPC are committed to supporting underserved individuals and delivering treatment with respect for each individuals privacy and rights along with activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment for underserved populations.
Minimum Qualifications Open to New York State Employees only:
Transfer Opportunity – Candidates must have at least one year of permanent service as an Associate Director Human Resources 1 (Institution) and be eligible for lateral transfer;
OR
Candidates must be eligible for transfer via Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law by having at least one year of permanent service in a qualifying title.
OR
Provisional Opportunity – In the event that there is not a valid eligible list, candidates who meet the following qualifications may be qualified for a provisional appointment: one (1) year as a Human Resources Specialist 2 or Human Resources Specialist 2 LR. If appointed provisionally you must take the next scheduled exam and receive a reachable score before you can be permanently appointed.
Additional Comments All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs
• Free employee shuttle from 125th Street over the Robert F. Kennedy Bridge to MPC’s campus on Randall’s Island
Background checks will be required.
This position is eligible for the Downstate Adjustment of $4,000.
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How to Apply
Name Human Resources
Telephone
Fax 646-766-4380
Email Address mk.hr@omh.ny.gov
Address
Street Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center
102 Rivers Edge Road
City New York
State NY
Zip Code 10035
Notes on ApplyingIndicate the Title and Location of the position you are applying for. Please complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application and submit it with your resume application and other materials.
http://www.omh.ny.gov/omhweb/employment/docs/employment-application.pdf
The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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