Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 09/17/25
Applications Due: 09/27/25
Vacancy ID: 197957
Position Information
NY HELPYes
AgencyState Comptroller, Office of the
TitleComputer Operator, SG-10, Computer Operator Trainee, SG-08 (NYHELPS)Item# 08210
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Salary Grade10
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $40391 to $55322 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 7 AM
To 7:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? Yes
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Rensselaer
Street Address 365 Jordan Road
City Troy
StateNY
Zip Code12180
Job Specifics
Duties Description The position resides on the Computer Operations team, bureau of Operations Services.
• This team is charged with monitoring critical hardware systems.
• When issues arise, staff coordinate with technical teams and vendors to resolve.
• The team also manages OSC’s enterprise printing, producing checks, direct deposit advices, tax documents, correspondence, and reports.
• This includes weekly payroll checks and statements for NYS employees, monthly pension checks, W-2 and 1099 forms, business correspondence, and internal CIO reports.
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Do you want a career with a purpose that provides work/life balance? Apply today to join the Office of the New York State Comptroller.
No exam required under the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program: Non-Competitive Qualifications for appointment under the NYHELPS Program:
Non-Competitive Qualifications for appointment under the NYHELPS Program:
For appointment to a Computer Operator Trainee, you must have:
High school diploma or high school equivalency diploma.
For appointment to a Computer Operator, you must have:
High school or high school equivalency diploma and six months full-time experience in the operation of large scale/commercial printing equipment, a mainframe or medium to large server, multi-variable print production, or information technology related activities.
Competitive Minimum Qualifications:
You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title, eligible under the 55 b/c program (see below), or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Transfer:
For a 70.1 transfer to a Computer Operator, salary grade (SG)-10, you must have one year of permanent competitive service, or 55-b/55-c service in an approved title allocated to an SG-8 or above.
To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: Career Mobility Office » GOT-IT (ny.gov)
Appointments via transfer must not result in a second, consecutive transfer with an advancement of more than two S-grades or one M-grade.
55b/55c Program appointment:
This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. For more information on this program, please visit the NYS Department of Civil Service website, 55b/c Recruitment Resources Center (ny.gov)
Traineeship salary information:
The position may be filled at the Computer Operator Trainee equated to SG-08 ($40,391 or full performance Computer Operator SG-10 ($45,081) based on the candidate’s education, experience, and previous state service. Salary is nonnegotiable.
Candidates hired at the trainee level will be advanced to the full performance Computer Operator SG-10 ($45,081) following successful completion of the traineeship.
Additional Comments Preferred Qualifications/Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills; ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, both orally and in written format with peers, management, vendors, technical staff, etc.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a team environment, willing to take direction, as well as work independently.
• Demonstrates ability to maintain production requirements while ensuring quality control standards are continually maintained.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office and Teams.
• Demonstrates reliability and dependability under varying shifts and conditions.
Reasonable Accommodation: The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.
Equal Opportunity Employment: The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Kathy Shellhamer
Telephone (518 )474-1924
Fax (518) 486-6723
Email Address Jobs@osc.ny.gov
Address
Street Office of the New York State Comptroller, Division of Human Resources
110 State Street, 12th Floor
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12236
Notes on ApplyingSubmit a clear, concise cover letter and resume stating how you meet the minimum qualifications for this title. To apply, copy and paste the following link into your browser:
https://www.osc.ny.gov/jobs/openings/computer-operator/092125
Reference Item #08210-904 on your cover letter for proper routing.
Unofficial transcripts and/or templates will be required for certain positions. Documents must be sent as unlocked and accessible attachments.
If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact this Division representative:
Division Contact: Lisamarie Hitchcock
Email Address: CIO_HR@osc.ny.gov
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