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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 12/15/25

Applications Due12/26/25

Vacancy ID204914

NY HELPNo

AgencyCriminal Justice Services, Division of

TitleDirector of Human Resources 3

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade663

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $115283 to $145682 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 80 South Swan Street

Alfred E. Smith Building

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12210

Duties Description The Director of Human Resources 3 is a key member of the agency executive team working closely with agency leadership, other program area executives, and staff and is responsible for directing all the personnel functions in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of the Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS). The Director manages initiatives to increase the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the operations of DCJS and the two agencies hosted by DCJS: the State Commission of Correction (SCOC) and the Office of Victim Services (OVS). The Director provides guidance to DCJS and hosted agency leaders, agency counsel, and other executives to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, policies, and regulations. The Director oversees the professional development unit; screening and selection of qualified candidates for open positions; data collection and reporting; and prepares the Human Resources Management budget. The Director implements and monitors human resource policies and procedures; ensures proper succession planning; and provides strategic human resource planning to attract, retain, and grow talent. The Director collaborates with the Director of Labor Relations on managing interactions among management, employees and labor unions; joins with the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) Unit to integrate DEIA into organizational culture and practices; and handles the daily operations of Human Resources Management.

Minimum Qualifications Permanent service in this title or one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c service in a title at M-2 or higher and otherwise eligible for transfer under Civil Service Law.

Promotion: One year of service at M-1 or higher in human resources, workforce training, or labor relations title.

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.

Additional Comments 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) 485-1704.

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

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

State NY

Zip Code 12210

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease send a cover letter and resume to the email/address above. Please reference posting # 204914 on your cover letter.

DCJS was named to the Times Union’s list of 2017 through 2025 Top Workplaces as voted on by our employees.

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