Office Assistant

Office Assistant 1 Keyboarding positions are entry level positions that provide excellent opportunities for advancement and professional growth. Responsibilities Typing, proofreading, reviewing, and correcting correspondence and documents Transcribing hand‑written materials Gathering data for charts, graphs, and tables Preparing routine reports Qualifications Candidates from outside State service may be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement - Statewide (HELPS) program. There are no education or experience requirements for an Office Assistant 1 Keyboarding position, but candidates must be able to read, write, and communicate in English. Or candidates can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they are reachable on the current Office Assistant 1 Keyboarding eligible list. Or candidates from within State service may be considered for transfer to a competitive class position if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55‑b/55‑c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Benefits NYS medical, dental, and vision insurance Access to tuition assistance programs Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, and paid sick leave NYS Retirement programs A background check will be required. This position is eligible for Mid-Hudson adjustment of $2,000. #J-18808-Ljbffr