Review Vacancy
TitleAssistant Personnel Officer
Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $100000 to $120000 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
•Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree preferred
•8+ years’ experience in Human Resources/Personnel for a government-based organization, with 5 being in a supervisory/management position
The ideal candidate will possess demonstrated supervisory/management skills:
•Ability to work and make decisions under pressure.
•Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
•Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
•Flexibility and ability to rapidly adjust to changing requirements or conditions.
•Strong analytical, organizational, and critical thinking skills along with attention to detail.
•High degree of professionalism, confidentiality and strong work ethic.
•Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically technical and data manipulation experience with Excel.
•Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Duties Description The New York State Senate is seeking candidates to fill the position of Assistant Personnel Officer. This is a full-time position, located in Albany, NY.
The Assistant Personnel Officer is responsible for assisting the Personnel Director in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Senate’s Personnel Office. This includes managing employee relations, benefits administration and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and policies.
In this dynamic role, you will:
•Assist the Personnel Officer with the management and daily operations of Administrative, Processing, Time & Attendance, and Benefits Units, as well as providing, support, training and guidance to all units daily
•Assist Senate Offices with inquiries related to routine and complex questions regarding personnel procedures, services and employment papers
•Review employment documentation for accuracy and internal policy rules
•Maintain accurate employment records and documentation
•Generate high-level reports and analytics as needed
•In collaboration with the Personnel Officer create and revise internal policies and procedures
•Assist in the investigation and resolution of workplace disputes
•Oversee coordination of mandatory training sessions and relevant records
•Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
•Serve as the Senate Personnel technology contact
•Lead, advise, or support others when assigned to special projects
•Other duties as assigned by the Personnel Officer
Additional Comments The salary range is $100,000 to $120,000, commensurate with experience and education.
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@nysenate.gov. Submissions that do not include both will not be considered.
This recruitment will remain open until filled. Due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to respond to each applicant.
The NYS Senate offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes a health and wellness in the workplace program that you and your family can benefit from:
•Dental insurance
•Employee assistance program
•Flexible spending account
•Health insurance
•Life insurance
•Paid time off
•Parental leave
•Retirement plan
•Sick time
•Tuition reimbursement
•Vision insurance
•Wellness Program
The New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles.
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