Administrative Assistant 1 / Trainee 1 / 2 - NY HELPS

NY HELP Yes

Agency Environmental Conservation, Department of

Title Administrative Assistant 1 / Trainee 1 / 2 - NY HELPS

Occupational Category Clerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary Grade NS

Bargaining Unit ASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range From $42209 to $61076 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Ulster

Street Address 21 S. Putt Corners Rd.

City New Paltz

State NY

Zip Code 12561

Duties Description The incumbent will provide administrative support for the DEC Region 3 New Paltz office. The candidate must have strong organizational skills, must be self-motivated and comfortable working independently on tasks, and must have strong interpersonal skills. The incumbent must demonstrate an ability to actively coordinate with and be responsive to staff and the public. This position requires the ability to multitask and prioritize work tasks. This position will perform office support and clerical work including, but not limited to:- using various computer software programs for data entry, math or calculations, keyboarding and other document preparation tasks, completing forms, creating or assisting in the preparation of reports, charts, graphs, and tables- assist with mail, supply, and inventory-related tasks (may involve lifting up to 10 pounds); answer telephones- communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, and managers

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:Non-competitive qualifications for NYHELPS:Administrative Assistant Trainee 1:Six months of experience in administrative support, which includes use of office software (e.g., email, word processing), provision of customer service, business writing, and/or office administration. Administrative Assistant Trainee 2:One year of experience in administrative support, which includes use of office software (e.g., email, word processing), provision of customer service, business writing, and/or office administration. Administrative Assistant 1:Two years of experience in administrative support, which includes use of office software (e.g., email, word processing), provision of customer service, business writing, and/or office administration. Competitive qualifications:Reassignment – Currently in the title and an employee of DECORReinstatement 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 basisORTransfer Eligible – One year of permanent competitive service at Salary Grade 6* or higher and:Eligible for transfer under Section 70.1: Permanent competitive service as an Administrative Assistant 1 (formerly Secretary 1), Administrative Assistant 2 (formerly Secretary 2), Accountant Aide including Trainee 1 & 2, Business Document Specialist 1 & 2, Program Aide, Legal Assistant Trainee 1 & 2, Library Clerk 2 & 3, Office Assistant 1, Office Assistant 1 (Keyboarding), Office Assistant 2, Office Assistant 2 (Calculations), Office Assistant 2 (Customer Service), Office Assistant 2 (Keyboarding), Office Assistant 2 (Stores/Mail), Office Assistant 3, Office Assistant 3 (Calculations), Senior Offset Machine Operator, Stores & Mail Operations Supervisor.Also, any language parenthetic for the above titles. Additional titles which qualify can be found on the Department of Civil Service website, search "GOT-IT".*Note: Appointment may be made at a traineeship level. Two-year traineeship (Administrative Assistant Trainee 1, NS=Grade 8 starting salary $40,391 & Administrative Assistant Trainee 2, NS=Grade 10 starting salary $45,081) leading to Administrative Assistant 1, Grade 11 ($47,695). Trainees will be required to take four mandatory courses the first year of the traineeship and four elective courses in each the second year of the traineeship in four competency areas through the CSEA Partnership, or equivalent offerings through another entity as determined by the agency. All trainees are required to successfully complete all courses before advancing to the Administrative Assistant 1, G-11.

Additional Comments Must be able to lift and move objects up to 10 pounds.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.The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please email: View email address on click.appcast.io be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).

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Name Amanda Le

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Address

Street 625 Broadway

Personnel, 10th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12233

Notes on Applying Please mail/email your resume to the above. Be sure to include Vacancy #26-223174 on your resume or it may not be accepted.