Human Resources Specialist 1 (Trainee 2)

Human Resources Specialist 1

Under the supervision of a Human Resources Specialist 2, and/or an Associate Director, Human Resources 1, the Human Resources Specialist 1 will research, review, analyze, and establish procedures to comply with all applicable State and federal laws, regulations, business rules, collective bargaining agreements, and procedures governing corporation payroll, including salaries, deductions, taxes, retirement programs, garnishments, and levies. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Calculates salary for corporation employees.
• Calculate, coordinate, and communicate employee back salary awards to NYPA payroll.
• Answer various types of communications (phone, e-mail, and letters) from employees and managers concerning salary topics and specific personal status issues and inquiries.
• Assist with delivering informational sessions and new employee orientation programs on a variety of personnel and benefits topics.
• Tests new or enhanced automated systems, such as leave and attendance systems, by performing system tests, identifying errors, and providing recommendations to program staff for system improvements.
• Works with NYPA Payroll staff to monitor payment and processing activities to detect data errors, determine causes, and develop and implement solutions.

The ideal candidate will be able to work both independently and effectively as part of a team in addressing human resources management issues. Additionally, the candidate should possess excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Visio are a plus. Candidates with prior experience with Workday are also encouraged to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

Appointment to Human Resources Specialist 1, SG-18: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive service in a title eligible for transfer via Section 52.6, 70.1 or 70.4 of the Civil Service Law.

Appointment to Human Resources Specialist Trainee 2, NS*:

• List Appointment: Candidates must be reachable for appointment on the Professional Career Opportunities (PCO).
• Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive service in a title eligible for transfer via Section 52.6, 70.1, or 70.4 of the Civil Service Law.
• 55 b/c Appointment: Candidates certified as 55 b/c eligible by the Department of Civil Service who possess a bachelor's degree are eligible to apply.

NY HELPS

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. It is expected that employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status in the future, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded the same rights 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.

NY HELPS Minimum Qualification:

• Human Resources Specialist 1 (SG 18) - Six years of experience performing and supervising the performance of various human resources activities such as staffing services, which consist of recruitment, examination, and placement activities; position classification and compensation; and employee services such as employee benefit, health and safety, employee counseling, and employee recognition.
• Human Resources Trainee 2 (SG 16) - Five years of experience performing and supervising the performance of various human resources activities such as staffing services, which consist of recruitment, examination, and placement activities; position classification and compensation; and employee services such as employee benefit, health and safety, employee counseling, and employee recognition.

Additional Comments

The New York State Canal Corporation (Canals), a subsidiary of the New York Power Authority, is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the 524-mile waterway for boating, recreation, tourism and agriculture. The New York State Canal System includes the Erie, Champlain, Oswego and Cayuga-Seneca canals, linking the Hudson River with the Great Lakes, the Finger Lakes and Lake Champlain. The 200-year-old NYS Canal System extends over 524 miles and plays important roles in New York's economic development, tourism industry and environmental stewardship.

For more information on The New York State Canal Corporation's mission, values and opportunities, please visit

Parking is provided. Benefits such as telecommuting schedules and accruals earnings will be discussed at the interview.

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