Review Vacancy
TitleImmigrant Workers Specialist 1- Syracuse
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $65001 to $82656 Annually
Duties Description Standard Duties:
• Provides outreach to agricultural employers and workers to inform them of the
services, resources and programs provided by DOL through field visits to farms
across the state.
• Reviews and investigates complaints against agricultural employers suspected of
violating State labor laws and other regulations by interviewing employers,
employees and witnesses.
• Evaluates complaints based upon investigative findings and makes initial
determinations and recommendations. Coordinates with other Department
programs to investigate and resolve complaints, and when necessary, forwards
information to enforcement agencies for determination and assessment of civil
penalties.
• Follows up with workers to ensure resolution of their complaints and determines
whether satisfactory progress is being made and needed services are being
provided.
• Provides outreach to non-agricultural employers and workers to inform them
of the services, resources and programs provided by DOL.
• Holds workshops to enhance immigrant workers’ understanding of their rights
under State and federal labor laws, rules and regulations, and ensures that they
are aware of the Department’s resources. Performs inspection and investigation
activities regarding employment and housing of farm workers to ensure
compliance with applicable regulations.
• Provides technical assistance to agricultural employers seeking foreign labor and
answers questions on State and federal labor laws, rules, and regulations
regarding employment.
• Determines whether customers are domestic, guest worker, year-round, migrant,
or seasonal farm workers and explains their rights as farm workers and directs
them to supportive services in the area.
• Maintains contact with community agencies, governmental agencies, and
employers to inform them of immigrant workers in the area and to collect
information.
• Attends immigrant community events and meetings to stay informed of current
news, problems, trends and issues in immigrant communities.
• Conducts community outreach activities and serves as DOL Liaison to immigrant
workers and related advocacy groups to identify and address their needs, priorities, and concerns; and ensures equitable access to Department
programs, services, facilities and other resources.
• Establishes and maintains working relationships with other State and federal
agencies to provide information to assist immigrant workers in gaining access to
available programs and services.
• Promotes the use of DOL programs and services in the rural sector with an
emphasis on protecting the rights, safety, and dignity of immigrant farm workers.
• Assists in developing awareness campaigns and assesses the services provided
by the DOL targeted at existing and emerging immigrant populations.
• Works with Department programs to translate brochures, pamphlets, posters,
and other literature into languages spoken by immigrant and migrant populations.
• Works to improve the cultural competency of Department staff to improve
responsiveness to the needs and interests of immigrant workers.
• Targets outreach to immigrant populations statewide, based upon current census
data, resettlement data and concentrations of effected populations
• Measures effectiveness of the Department’s immigrant outreach efforts through
process and outcome evaluation.
• Analyzes reports, census data, and other statistical information regarding
immigrant population trends, issues, and concerns.
• Responds to correspondence, prepares letters, and issues papers regarding
immigration issues. Prepares reports and memoranda outlining immigrant
workers needs and concerns and describing the Department’s outreach activities
and their outcomes.
• In collaboration with various anti-trafficking coalitions and the internal Labor
Trafficking Response Unit, educates the public about labor trafficking, and how to
identify trafficking victims and their families. Also works with the unit to identify
areas and individuals where attention and resources may be needed. Advocates
for appropriate services for trafficking victims and their families.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to initiate and maintain relationships across a diverse set of stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications Non-Competitive Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree* and two years of experience** providing assistance, direction or support to improve, protect, and preserve the rights of workers and/or immigrants, or assisting clients in understanding and participating in public or private programs. The experience must include involvement in public education, communications, or community outreach activities.
*Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States or its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. This information can be found at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. Candidates are responsible for the evaluation fee.
**A master’s degree or law degree may substitute for one year of experience
Note: It is essential that you describe your qualifying education and/or experience as completely as possible on your application; your application should describe in detail the kind of service and information you provide to the general public. Omissions or vagueness may not be interpreted in your favor.
Additional Comments 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.
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.
Candidates with no previous state service will begin at the starting rate of the salary range listed above.
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 at the time of interview.
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.
Fax EFax: 5184742871@fax.ny.gov
Email Address Labor.sm.personnel.workerprotection@labor.ny.gov
Address
Street New York State Department of Labor
Building 12, Room 561
Notes on ApplyingAll candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. These documents must be received by March 24, 2025, and submitted via email to Labor.sm.personnel.workerprotection@labor.ny.gov
or mailed to the NYS Department of Labor, Personnel Bureau, Building 12, Room 561, State Office Campus, Albany, NY 12226. You must include, Vacancy ID#182460, Immigrant Workers Specialist 1 – Syracuse, in the subject line of your email. Failure to do so may result in a delay of processing your application.
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, & Access (ODEIA), Building 12, Albany, NY 12226 (Phone (518) 457-1984 and/or fax (518) 485-2575.)