Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleOffice Assistant 1 (2 positions) -NY HELPS
Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $35177 to $43521 Annually
"Other" Explanation Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Workday
Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.
To be eligible for appointment under NY HELPS, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications below:
There are no minimum education or experience requirements for this title.
Candidates may also be appointed via the following:
Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC.
or
Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis.
or
Transfer Eligible - One year of permanent competitive service at Salary Grade 4 or higher and eligible to transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility Office’s GOT-IT website: https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/index.cfm.
or
To apply under the 55 b/c program, candidates must include with their resume or application, a copy of the letter from the Department of Civil Service which indicates their approval for the 55 b/c program.
Duties Description Duties include general office tasks such as filing; copying; scanning; answering phones and providing phone backup; responding to emails/questions; maintaining files; opening and distributing mail; processing outgoing mail; formatting letters for processing; working on special projects as needed, in addition to the following: send out purchase orders and contract documents; managing shared mailboxes; update contract database; review, post, track and follow up on budget errors; maintain multi-function machines; and Filled Position Reports (Salary and Hourly). Assist and provide backup to the Administrative Assistant with tasks such as maintaining Division Director’s signature folders; scheduling interviews; scheduling/setting up meetings; maintaining Journal Voucher log/mailbox; responding to laptop and projector requests; maintaining Records Management records/spreadsheet.
Additional Comments Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...
For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
DEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.