Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 01/23/26
Applications Due: 02/06/26
Vacancy ID: 208043
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyState, Department of
TitleFacility Operations Assistant 1 - Vacancy ID# 208043
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade06
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $36232 to $44828 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Labor Class
Travel Percentage 10%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 8 AM
To 4 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? Yes
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Albany
Street Address 99 Washington Ave
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12231
Job Specifics
Duties Description The Facility Operations Assistant 1 duties in Administrative Support Services will include but are not limited to the following:
• Responsible for a variety of duties necessary for the operation of mailroom.
• Sort, distribute and deliver mail.
• Receive, unload, sort, count, distribute and deliver supplies.
• Maintain stockroom storage area, stock shelves, perform stockroom and warehouse inventory.
• Perform small internal office moves.
• Deliver, move, or remove heavy furniture or equipment using a hand truck.
• Assemble and install miscellaneous office equipment and accessories.
• Set-up conference and meeting room configurations.
• Routinely lift and/or carry heavy items, reach, bend, stand and walk for long periods of time; must be able to lift and move heavy objects
• Transfer records to/from the State Records Center while ensuring transfer is accurate.
• Operate State vehicle to travel locally and to regional office locations statewide to provide support to all Department of State locations.
• Valid New York State driver’s license is required.
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
There are no education or experience qualifications for this class. Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and be able to understand and carry out written or oral instructions. When required to operate motor vehicles, incumbents must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle being operated.
55 B/C APPOINTMENT: This position is eligible for 55B/C designation and candidates with 55B/C eligibility are encouraged to apply. Candidates must meet any open competitive minimum qualifications and must submit their current 55B/C eligibility letter along with their application.
COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Permanent service in this title or one year of permanent competitive or 55-B/C service in a title SG-04 or higher and otherwise eligible for transfer under Civil Service Law.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Familiarity with basic hand tools and battery-operated drill.
• Understanding of written or oral instructions.
It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
Additional Comments The Department of State is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability status, arrest record or criminal conviction history, or any other category protected by law.
We are happy to provide reasonable and religious accommodations during the hiring process for those in need. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please send a request to HRM.Recruitment@dos.ny.gov.
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.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Human Resources / DK
Telephone 518-474-2752
Fax 518-402-3656
Email Address HRM.Recruitment@dos.ny.gov
Address
Street 99 Washington Avenue
Suite 1150
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12231
Notes on ApplyingContact Tab:
Name: Human Resources / DK
Telephone: 518-474-2752
Fax: 518-402-3656
Email Address: HRM.Recruitment@dos.ny.gov
Address:
Street: 99 Washington Avenue
Suite 1150
City: Albany
State: NY
Zip Code: 12231
Notes on Applying:
If you are interested and meet the minimum qualifications above, email your cover letter, resume, degree/transcript, and New York State Part 1 Application (https://dos.ny.gov/employment-opportunities) to HRM.Recruitment@dos.ny.gov. Please include Title, Location and Vacancy ID # you are applying for in the subject line of your email.
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