Office Assistant 1 (General) - Full Time Day Shift (8:30 AM-5:00 PM)

Job Description - Office Assistant 1 (General) - Full Time Day Shift (8:30 AM-5:00 PM) (2602582) Office Assistant 1 (General) - Full Time Day Shift (8:30 AM-5:00 PM) Position Summary Office Assistants 1 performs office support and clerical work to meet the requirements of agency programs. Such work may consist of, but is not limited to: performing data entry; math or calculations; mail, supply, and inventory functions; keyboarding and other document preparation tasks; answering telephones; completing forms; assisting customers; creating or assisting in the preparation of reports, charts, graphs, and tables; and performing other related activities. This work is accomplished in accordance with applicable procedures, rules, regulations, and laws. Duties of a Office Assistant 1 - may include the following but are not limited to: General Office Support Answer questions from and provide information to various parties regarding agency activities, transactions, and procedures. Refer inquiries as necessary. Operate various communication systems such as telephones and computers; and keep records of such communications. Operate, and perform basic cleaning and maintenance on office machines and equipment. Clear paper jams in copiers, scanners and printers; replace toner cartridges; and clean keyboards and screens. Schedule appointments and meetings using various office tools. Perform routine processing activities, including checking forms for completeness and accuracy. Calculations Maintain basic financial, accounting, and/or statistical records. Perform calculations and computations using known and standard formulas and methods (primarily using computers and calculators). As needed and as directed, contact various internal and external parties to obtain information. Prepare, process, review, and record numerical transactions and records. This activity may include: processing bills and vouchers; reviewing or auditing calculations or statistics; or disbursing items of value such as cash or vouchers. Keyboarding and Document Preparation Type, proofread, review, and correct correspondence, documents, records, and other written material. Make appropriate corrections for format, accuracy, and validity. Assist in gathering or compiling data for reports, graphs, charts, tables, or other products. Create graphs, charts, or other visual aids to display data. May also prepare routine reports or assist others in the preparation of reports, following established guidelines. Record-keeping and Filing Maintain, update, and correct records and files. Receive, screen, review, and verify documents and/or forms. Review applications, claims, and other documents for completeness, content, and accuracy. Establish new files by coding and numbering forms, creating folders, and compiling relevant material. Mail and Supply Receive, pick up, deliver, open, appropriately record, time stamp, sort, and distribute mail, e-mail, or other forms of correspondence or communication. Maintain files, correspondence, documents, and materials, pursuant to guidelines. Process outgoing mail by inserting letters into envelops, sealing envelopes, and applying correct postage. May operate a motor vehicle to pick up and deliver mail. Data Entry and Verification Enter data into and retrieve information from computerized systems. Verify data previously transcribed or entered to detect errors. Perform various clerical or office assistance tasks such as scanning documents, and verifying accuracy of data from scanned documents. Receive, unload, unpack, sort, store, count, and distribute goods received by the office, following established procedures. Advise supervisor upon receipt of damaged goods or incomplete or incorrect shipments. Issue and may deliver goods from stock according to procedure. May package goods for shipment. Take periodic physical inventory and maintain perpetual inventory records. Keep shelves and stock clean, neat, and in proper place. Qualifications Required : MUST have taken and passed the specific job related Civil Service exam and be reachable on the appropriate Civil Service list. This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Special Notes : Resume/CV should be included with the online application. Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date). If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date. Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises. All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary. This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair. This function/position may be designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities. Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements: Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services* Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references. Successfully complete a 4panel drug screen* Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings. Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s). Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer. *The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination . Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the University Office of Equity and Access at View phone number on click.appcast.io. In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act the crime statistics can be viewed here . Visit our WHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer. Stony Brook University Hospital, consistent with our shared core values and our intent to achieve excellence, remains dedicated to supporting healthier and more resilient communities, both locally and globally. Anticipated Pay Range: The salary range (or hiring range) for this position is $36,232 / year. The above salary range represents SBUH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The specific salary offer will be based on the candidate’s validated years of comparable experience. Any efforts to inflate or misrepresent experience are grounds for disqualification from the application process or termination of employment if hired. Some positions offer annual supplemental pay such as: Location pay for UUP, CSEA & PEF full-time positions ($4000) Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and a state pension that add to your bottom line. Job Number 2602582 Official Job Title Office Assistant 1 Job Field Civil Service Positions Primary Location Schedule Full-time Shift Day Shift Shift Hours : 8:30am-5:00pm Pass Days : Sat, Sun Posting Start Date Aug 4, 2026 Posting End Date Aug 19, 2026, 3:59:00 AM Salary Grade : SG6 #J-18808-Ljbffr Stony Brook University