Position Information

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AgencyLabor, Department of

TitleAssistant Director of Employment Services - Albany

Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management

Salary Grade665

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $141581 to $178874 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address 1220 Washington Avenue

Harriman State Office Campus, Building 12

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12226

Job Specifics

Duties Description Under the general direction of the Director of Employment Services and the Deputy Commissioner for Workforce Development within the Division of Employment and Workforce Solutions (DEWS), the Assistant Director of Employment Services oversees the Bureau of Business Services Operations (BBSO).

Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Directs, organizes and plans the implementation of State and Federal Business Services policies, procedures, standards and guidelines related to the Division’s responsibilities.
• Advises and consults with the Director and Deputy Commissioner on the development and implementation of programs, policies and procedures to discharge the Division’s responsibilities.
• Assists the Director and Deputy Commissioner in developing programs for improving the services of the BBSO including Apprenticeship programs; Office of Just Energy Transition and Infrastructure programs; Business Services and other related programs.
• Assists the Director and Deputy Commissioner in developing programs for improving the service delivery network of federal and state funded services.
• Directs and coordinates the overall activities of BBSO statewide to insure the uniform implementation of applicable programs, policies and procedures.
• Advises the Director and Deputy Commissioner on the status of Business Services Operations and suggest improvements as needed.
• Conducts critical review and analysis of Business Services Operations to ensure there is statewide uniformity in meeting operational mandates and guidelines.
• Oversees the supervision, evaluation and performance of over 200 staff statewide.
• Oversees technology and systems, equipment and physical space.
• Represents the Commissioner, Executive Deputy Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner and/or the Director at meetings affecting service delivery policies and programs which may include meetings with city and county officials and their staff; officials and staff from the United States Department of Labor (USDOL) or other related federal agencies; meetings with local and national businesses; and meetings with non-profit or other community organizations.
• Represents the Governor’s Office, Commissioner, Executive Deputy Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner and/or the Director in administering, managing, or directing special projects related to Business focused programs and projects.

Minimum Qualifications As this position requires travel, the appointee must have a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State and have a motor vehicle or otherwise demonstrate their capacity to meet the transportation needs of the position.

The purpose of this posting is to determine if there is a Non-Competitive Promotion (NCP) field as described under the 52.7 NCP qualifications.

52.7 Non-Competitive Promotion (NCP) Qualifications (NYSDOL Employees Only):
To be eligible for NCP, candidates must be in the Department of Labor promotion field and have two years or more of permanent, contingent-permanent or 55 b/c service as an Employment Services Manager 1 (M1), Employment Services Manager 2 (M2), or one year or more of permanent, contingent-permanent or 55 b/c service as an Employment Services Manager 3 (M3) or Employment Services Manager 4 (M4). If 3 or fewer qualified Department of Labor employees with the qualifying service described above respond to this posting, the agency will request approval from the Department of Civil Service to fill this position via a non-competitive promotion (NCP) examination, pursuant to Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law.


Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to initiate and maintain relationships across a diverse set of stakeholders. (This language must be on all postings; other preferred qualifications may be added as needed)

Additional Comments Position specific job duties may include occasional altered work schedule or job assignments which require availability and willingness to work occasional evenings and/or out-stationed assignments.

If you are a current NYS employee and have questions regarding salary, please contact the Business Services Center (BSC): 518-457-4272, BSCHR@ogs.ny.gov.

Telecommuting is available and can be discussed during the interview.

Employment at the Department of Labor is contingent upon the maintenance of a valid work authorization and necessary documentation to work legally in the United States.

Please note: Due to operational requirements and funding considerations of various divisions/positions, there could be occasions in the future where unit assignments may change. Should this occur, it will not impact your title, salary or location.

Additional Comments: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• 13 paid holidays, 5 personal days, and a minimum of 13 vacation days per year
• Paid sick leave (CSEA and PEF employees- 13 days; M/C employees- 8 days plus free enrollment into the Income Protection Program for short-term and long-term disability coverage).
• Choice of several affordable and competitive health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans at no additional cost
• Membership in the NYS Employee’s Retirement System
• NYS Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
• Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) (full-time employees)
• Eligibility to apply for tuition reimbursement for qualifying employees and courses
• Paid Parental Leave

Our mission is to provide outstanding services to our customers—the workers and business that call New York home. We help New Yorkers find careers they will love. We build and support New York’s businesses. We empower and protect New York’s workers. To learn more about our mission and the exciting work of the DOL, please visit: https://dol.ny.gov/about-us

DOL is committed to fostering employee engagement and work-life balance. We offer telecommuting and alternative work schedules to eligible employees. Eligible employees may be approved to telecommute, if operationally feasible, up to 2 days per regular work-week, and not to exceed 4 days per two-week pay period. Telecommuting can be discussed at the time of interview. Our exciting training and development opportunities, including Coursera and our formal Employee Recognition Program allow us to develop, recognize, and celebrate our workforce.

Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, length of State service, and program area.

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

How to Apply

Name Bonny O'Mara

Telephone 518-457-1020

Fax EFax: 5184742871@fax.ny.gov

Email Address YourDOLJourneyIsHere@labor.ny.gov

Address

Street Attn: Human Resources - Department of Labor

1220 Washington Ave, Building 12, Room 561

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12226

 

Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should copy the below web address into your browser to complete the online application for the Department of Labor.
https://on.ny.gov/apply2dol

Vacancy: 213697
Title: Assistant Director of Employment Services, Albany
Location: Albany

Please submit a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the minimum
qualifications, including specific experience with dates. It is essential to clearly describe qualifying education and experience when applying; vague or incomplete information may lead to disqualification.

Unofficial transcripts and/or other documents will be required for certain positions as indicated in the minimum qualifications.

All documents must be received by: 4/24/2026

Upload all documents as unlocked and accessible files.
If experiencing difficulties with the above link, please contact:
YourDOLJourneyisHere@labor.ny.gov

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Department of Labor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.

New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please contact: Department of Labor, Attn: Director, Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (ODEIA), Building 12, Albany, NY 12226 (Phone (518) 457-1984 and/or fax (518) 485-2575.)