Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 09/11/26
Applications Due: 09/25/26
Vacancy ID: 223724
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyHigher Education Services Corporation
TitleStudent Assistant
Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide
Salary GradeNS
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $20 to $24 Hourly
Employment Type Part-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 18.75
Workday
From 8 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
Location
County Albany
Street Address 99 Washington Ave
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12255
Job Specifics
Duties Description Duties include, but are not limited to the following:
1. Contribute to the development of surveys and interview guides to determine
experience of recipients of HESC financial aid grants and scholarships.
2. Help coordinate data collection.
3. Conduct one-on-one interviews or assist with moderating focus groups.
4. Assist in the development of qualitative coding frameworks, definitions, and
codebook.
5. Assist with the preparation and management of qualitative databases.
6. Assist with identifying common themes on data gathered.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications • Currently enrolled in a graduate program, pursuing a degree in Education,
Anthropology, Sociology, Political Science, Psychology, History, Government,
Public Policy, Public Health, Marketing/Market Research, or a related field.
• A Bachelor's degree in Education, Anthropology, Sociology, Political Science,
Psychology, History, Government, Public Policy, Public Health or related fields.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Familiarity with qualitative research methods and data analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Enthusiasm for education and a desire to contribute to meaningful initiatives.
Additional Comments *NOTE: Qualifying candidates must be available to work part-time through the end of the current semester and full-time, 37.5 hours per week once the current semester ends. It is anticipated that candidates will begin full-time employment mid to late May.
Benefits of Working for NYS
Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually, plus two (2) floating holidays
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for CSEA or PEF; up to eight (8) days of paid sick leave annually for M/C
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional
• development
• Initially positions will work full-time in the office and a hybrid telecommuting schedule of up to 50% remote work can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview
Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health
• Insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
Additional Benefits
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings
o Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• And many more!
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Higher Education Services Corporation
Telephone (518) 474-7556
Fax (518) 473-6685
Email Address resumes@hesc.ny.gov
Address
Street 99 Washington Ave
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12255
Notes on ApplyingMETHOD OF APPLICATION: Apply by submitting an updated resume and cover letter to Human Resources via e-mail at resumes@hesc.ny.gov with the subject line “Student Assistant 4011” by the filing deadline listed in this posting.
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