Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitleHuman Resources Specialist 2 - Performance Management & Recruitment Unit
Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $86773 to $108413 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Duties Description Under the direction of an Associate Director of Human Resources 1, the selected candidate will be an integral part of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation’s (OPRHP) Performance Management & Recruitment Unit. They will assist management with recruitment, probation/performance management, and communications. The incumbent will also supervise and train Human Resources Specialist 1/Trainee 1/2 staff.
The Human Resources Specialist 2 job duties include but are not limited to:
Performance Management:
• Develop and prepare processing of performance development and traineeship plans for new and current employees, including assistance with the development of tasks and standards in line with Civil Service Classification Standards.
• Prepare or supervise the preparation of various reports and related correspondence.
• Oversee the processing of performance evaluation paperwork following a change in supervisor or title and/or for newly hired employees.
• Review and assist with the processing of terminations, fast tracking requests, early probation completions, and probationary extensions due to absences per the agency policy and/or in accordance with controlling policy and procedure.
• Prepare and send probation and performance management emails and track responses in corresponding spreadsheet; notify appropriate staff about questions regarding employee probations or performance; send emails/letters as appropriate in follow up to probation/performance management decisions.
• Develop, implement, and monitor internal control procedures to ensure the timely submission of accurate evaluation documents and probation reports.
Staffing, Classification & Recruitment:
• Perform various personnel activities, such as creating new positions (classification), recruitment, hiring, and assist with employee relations to maintain an ideal workforce.
• Assist with special assignments, such as creating customized recruitment plans for unique or high-profile positions; planning and re-evaluating a year-round recruitment calendar; seeking out a diversified group of career fairs to attend; and collaborating with Public Affairs to design recruitment print and digital media.
• Work directly with internal Human Resources, regional, and division/bureau staff to create and post jobs; download, review, and share resumes; attend recruitment events state-wide and coordinate with other agency staff to attend their local recruitment events; and assist with other recruitment tasks as needed.
Other:
• Supervise and train lower level professional and clerical staff.
• Schedule and assign work to subordinate staff, and adjust workload to reflect changes. Monitor work progress and review completed work.
• Create reports and provide data analysis as requested by management and executive staff.
• Answer various types of communications (phone, e-mail, and letters) from Regional Business Officers and Managers concerning general issues and inquiries.
• Review and evaluate polices and procedures and recommend and implement new and revised ones.
The incumbent selected for this position must possess excellent communication skills. They will be required to establish and maintain working relationships with professional, paraprofessional, and support staff. The incumbent selected for this role must also be open to traveling to career fairs across the state.
Minimum Qualifications If Civil Service Eligible list(s) exist, they will be canvassed. Candidates must be reachable on the current eligible list(s) to be considered for appointment. You may also apply if you are eligible for appointment or reinstatement by one of the following qualifications:
If you have previous or current employment at a NYS agency, to be considered for this position, a review of your state history is needed. Please provide the last four digits of your social security number in your email response or on your resume. If you are not comfortable providing this information in your response, a representative from our office may contact you.
52.7 Non-Competitive Promotion (NCP) Qualifications:
As required by the New York State Department of Civil Service, we are posting for this position to determine if there are any qualified OPRHP employees interested in a permanent appointment to the position. To be eligible for NCP, candidates must be in the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation promotion field and have at least one year of permanent or contingent-permanent qualifying service as a Human Resources Specialist 1 or a Human Resources Specialist 1 (Labor Relations). If 3 or fewer qualified NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation eligible promotional employees respond to this posting, Civil Service may approve the permanent appointment of one of the qualified employees without further examination.
In order to be considered for appointment via non-competitive promotion, candidates serving in the established promotion field must not have failed or failed to take the last holding of the Human Resources Specialist 2 exam, if said exam was held within the last four years.
Note: Non-competitive refers to not competing in an examination; the appointment will be competitive.
52.6 Transfer Qualifications:
At least one year of permanent or contingent-permanent qualifying service as a Grade 21 or higher. The service must be in a title that Civil Service has deemed transfer eligible to the position.
Note: The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in an advancement of more than two salary grades.
For all transfers noted, a comprehensive list of titles approved for transfer is available through Civil Service GOT-IT at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/.
70.1 Transfer Qualifications:
At least one year of permanent or contingent-permanent qualifying service as a Children & Family Services Specialist 2, SG 23. Only the title listed is eligible for 70.1 transfer.
Note: The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in an advancement of more than two salary grades.
For all transfers noted, a comprehensive list of titles approved for transfer is available through Civil Service GOT-IT at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/.
Additional Comments If you have previous or current employment at a NYS agency, to be considered for this position, a review of your state history is needed. Please provide the last four digits of your social security number in your email response or on your resume. If you are not comfortable providing this information in your response, a representative from our office may contact you.
Schedule:
• Workday may be 8am - 4pm, 8:30am - 4:30pm, or 9am - 5pm.
Operational Needs:
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
Benefits:
The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation offers a generous benefits package that includes but is not limited to:
Paid Time Off:
• M/C: 39 days - 13 Vacation days, 8 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
• M/C: Eligible for unlimited days of professional leave to participate in professional development, but at the supervisor’s discretion.
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 Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid Parental / Family Leave
To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx.
*Employees appointed via the NY HELPS program are restricted for promotional appointment until their position is covered-in to the competitive class by the New York State Civil Service Commission (CSC), or they otherwise obtain permanent competitive status. The CSC has covered-in employees who were appointed via NY HELPS on a permanent or contingent permanent basis between June 26, 2024 and June 11, 2025. You may wish to apply if you received a permanent NY HELPS appointment to a qualifying title within these timeframes and are interested in this opportunity. Your eligibility for promotion will be reviewed by Human Resources. Employees with a permanent NY HELPS appointment occurring effective June 12, 2025 or later will be addressed with a subsequent cover-in.
This position may require a background check and/or medical exam prior to appointment.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
625 Broadway
Notes on ApplyingAll candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Please submit your resume and cover letter as a Word or PDF attachment. We are unable to open documents from Google Docs, Google Drive, OneDrive, Apple Pages, and/or “the cloud.”
Your application must be received by January 21, 2026 and submitted via email to employment@parks.ny.gov. You must include “Vacancy ID 206355 – Human Resources Specialist 2 – Albany” in the subject line of your email. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for the position.
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications. Failure to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications, and operating needs may result in your resume not being considered for this position.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation 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.
Executive Order 31 commits New York State government to becoming a model employer for people with disabilities, increasing the participation of people with disabilities in state service and ensuring equal access to opportunities. OPRHP encourages people with disabilities to apply. If an employee or job applicant believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the Equal Opportunity Unit at ReasonableAccommodation@parks.ny.gov or (518) 486-7754.