Review Vacancy
TitleSpecial Assistant - Driving and Support Services
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $35244 to $41475 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Due to the nature of the assignment, the incumbent must
possess a valid NYS Drivers Licenses. As the position regularly includes driving in New York City, experience with in-city driving is preferred. Confidentiality is critical to the position, so
experience managing highly sensitive and confidential information/material is preferred. The incumbent must be willing to be trained and work with technical equipment that may result in the handling of potentially hazardous, dangerous, and threatening materials.
Duties Description Under the general supervision of the Mail & Support Services Supervisor, the incumbent of this position will be responsible
for driving the Director of the Budget, including between
Albany and NYC offices. This role requires the incumbent to be
reachable and responsive to requests and schedule changes.
Additional responsibilities may include:
• Assisting with receiving, opening, and ensuring the integrity of
all mail and packages for all employees of the Division of the
Budget, Executive Chamber and the Lt. Governor’s Office in
accordance with guidelines prescribed by the Office of Public
Security. This includes mail received by employees in Albany and
New York City.
• Assisting with ensuring the integrity of mail and packages
through the utilization of special x ray technology and by
thoroughly examining all mail and packages to ensure that it is
free of contaminants.
• Exercising judgment as to the integrity of all mail and packages and ensuring that all "suspicious" packages are handled properly, that all such packages are inspected by the appropriate authorities, and assisting with any necessary investigation.
• Assisting in the processing and filling of supply orders, receiving supplies, and purchasing supplies.
• Delivering U.S. mail and interoffice mail to the Division of the Budget, Executive Chamber and Lt. Governor’s Office. This includes the processing of special delivery requests.
• Additional support responsibilities, including photocopying, assisting with office relocation and furniture inventory.
Additional Comments To be considered for a current or future position with the Budget Division, please complete the Online Employment Application at https://www.budget.ny.gov/resume/ and select the "Special Assistant - Driving & Support Services" title.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.