Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 06/28/24
Applications Due: 07/08/24
Vacancy ID: 161869
Position Information
NY HELPYes
AgencyGeneral Services, Office of
TitleOffice Assistant 2 (Calculations) (NY HELPS) VID 161869
Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide
Salary Grade09
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $41399 to $50884 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 1220 Washington Avenue
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12226
Job Specifics
Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS)* and applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications to be considered for this position:
Applicants must possess one year of experience where most work time is spent performing mathematical operations, and/or clerical activities related to mathematical operations.
Applicants may be appointed to this position if currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title OR are a current New York State employee with one year or more of qualifying permanent service in a position allocated to a Grade 7 or above and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1of the Civil Service Law.
Duties Description Incumbent will be assigned to the Business Services Center (BSC) Finance Office and will be responsible for processing transactions in one of the following service lines: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Travel, Purchasing, or Credit Card Administration services lines.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Processing vendor vouchers, travel expense reports or purchase orders for the agencies the BSC currently serves, in accordance with the applicable statewide and agency requirements.
• Auditing transactions, resolving problem with vendors, agencies or other parties, and entering into Statewide Financial System with clear and concise documentation of each transaction.
• Corresponding with various parties including vendors, customer agencies and other BSC staff.
• Consistently providing quality customer service to all BSC customers (i.e. vendors, customer agencies, state employees).
Notes:
*There is no examination required for appointment to a NY HELPS position. Candidates hired before June 2024 will be appointed on a temporary basis. In June 2024, satisfactory employees will receive permanent, non-competitive appointments and will begin a probationary period.
At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected that NY HELPS employees will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to take an exam. Employees will then be afforded with all the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants for all communities to apply.
For a full version of OGS’s EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://www.ogs.ny.gov/employment.
The Business Services Center (BSC) was established in September 2012 to make Human Resources and Finance transaction processing consistent across New York State government agencies. Since its inception, the BSC has increased efficiencies and lowered costs across the state. The BSC supports advancement and frequently promotes their employees in consideration of their hard work and dedication to the Office of General Services-BSC core mission. If you are looking for growth opportunities in an agency that fosters individual staff development, we encourage you to apply to this position.
Additional Comments The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants from all communities to apply.
For a full version of OGS’s EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://www.ogs.ny.gov/employment.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name Human Resources/KP
Telephone 518-473-5282
Fax 518-486-1631
Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM
31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12242
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.
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