Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 05/26/26
Applications Due: 06/05/26
Vacancy ID: 216812
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyCriminal Justice Services, Division of
TitleAssociate Director of Human Resources 2 - 216812
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary Grade662
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $103870 to $131298 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 9 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
Location
County Albany
Street Address 80 South Swan Street
Alfred E. Smith Building
City Al
StateNY
Zip Code12210
Job Specifics
Duties Description Reporting to the Director of Human Resources 3, the incumbent will oversee personnel issues for the Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) and its hosted agencies (the Office of Victim Services and the State Commission of Correction). The incumbent also supervises the Professional Development Unit. This position is responsible for assisting in the overall management and supervision of the activities of the Office of Human Resources Management and two hosted agencies, including but not limited to: staffing, position classification, performance management, succession planning, professional development, and examination planning. This position requires a candidate who is comfortable working in a varied and dynamic environment. The incumbent will represent the agency at meetings with executive staff, agency bureaus, representatives from other agencies, and various workgroups. Candidates should possess strong technical skills in all aspects of merit system administration and organizational structure, excellent oral and written communication skills and have supervisory experience.
Minimum Qualifications Permanent service in this title or one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c service in a title at M-1/SG-25 or higher and otherwise eligible for transfer under Civil Service Law.
Promotional - Provisional: One year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c service as a Human Resources Specialist 2 or Associate Director Human Resources 1. If appointed provisionally, you must take and pass the next exam for this position and be reachable on the resulting eligible list.
A permanent appointment pursuant to Section 52.7 of Civil Service Law may be possible if there are three or fewer current DCJS employees meeting the above promotional qualifications that are interested in this position.
Preferred Qualifications: Candidates must have a strong background in New York State Personnel Administration.
Additional Comments Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. DCJS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity, equity and inclusion.
Please be advised that the Division of Criminal Justice Services does not currently offer sponsorship for employment visas.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Unit at DEIA@dcjs.ny.gov or (518) 457-8895.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Justine Fritts
Telephone 518-485-7696
Fax 518-457-4000
Email Address DCJSJobs@dcjs.ny.gov
Address
Street 80 South Swan Street
Alfred E. Smith Building
City Albany, NY
State NY
Zip Code 12210
Notes on ApplyingPlease send a cover letter and resume to the email address above. Please reference posting # 216812 on your cover letter.
DCJS was named to the Times Union’s list of 2017 through 2026 Top Workplaces as voted on by our employees.
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