Office Assistant 2 (NYS HELPS)

• Job Description

  Minimum Qualifications
  
  NY HELPS Qualifications:
  For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a permanent non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.
  
  At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges 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.
  
  The minimum qualifications for Office Assistant 2, SG-09 are: one (1) year of clerical experience.
  
  REASSIGNMENT QUALIFICATIONS:
  You must be a current New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) employee with one year of permanent, competitive or 55-b/55-c service as an Office Assistant 2, SG-09.
  
  ELIGIBLE LIST APPOINTMENT:
  Currently reachable on the Office Assistant 2 eligible list.
  
  70.1 TRANSFER QUALIFICATIONS:
  You must be a qualified employee of New York State and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law which requires one year of permanent, competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a title allocated to a Grade 9.
  
  For transfers, a list of approved titles is available through Civil Service GOT-IT at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/. The GOT-IT site will inform you if your title requires special qualifications for transfer as detailed above.
  
  55-b/55-c QUALIFICATIONS:
  Current permanent non-competitive state employees certified eligible for the 55-b/55-c program under the Governor's Program to Hire Persons/Veterans with Disabilities pursuant to Section 55-b/55-c of the Civil Service Law will also be considered. To be considered, you must provide a copy of your letter of eligibility with your response and meet the minimum qualifications listed above.
  
  It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
  
  NON-COMPETITIVE PROMOTION (NCP) QUALIFICATIONS:
  As required by the New York State Department of Civil Service, we are posting for this position to determine if there are any qualified OPRHP employees interested in a permanent appointment to the position. If there are three or fewer qualified candidates interested in the position who meet the promotion minimum qualifications, a permanent appointment can be made pursuant to Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law. The promotion minimum qualifications are: one year of permanent competitive service as an Office Assistant 1.
  
  PROVISIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
  Based on the results of the required recruitment/canvassing for the Office Assistant 2 position, OPRHP may make a provisional appointment to this position. If a provisional appointment is made, the appointed candidate will be required to compete in the next holding of the Office Assistant 2 exam and be reachable for appointment from the newly established eligible list.
  The minimum qualifications for Provisional appointment are:
  Candidates must be a qualified employee of New York State and have had one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in an office assistant, clerical, or keyboarding title allocated to Grade 6 or higher. Qualifying titles are available at: https://www.cs.ny.gov/examannouncements/announcements/38687titles.cfm.
  
  Duties Description
  
  As an Office Assistant 2, duties include but are not limited to:
  
  • Design clerical processing procedures.
  • Gather, compile, and prepare data from manual or automated files and other sources for various reports, publications, records, or other external or internal communications.
  • Respond to questions concerning the operation of the unit or program area.
  • Write responses to correspondence.
  • Resolve work problems.
  • Review forms and applications and make appropriate determinations.
  • Coordinate arrangements for meetings, courses, and other gatherings arrange for rooms, take attendance, and ensure that appropriate materials and equipment are available.
  
  Additional Comments
  
  OPERATING NEEDS:
  • Must have experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  
  BENEFITS:
  Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
  • Paid Time Off:
  • CSEA: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
  • Health Care Benefits:
  • Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs.
  • Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
  • Additional Benefits:
  • New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
  • NYS Deferred Compensation
  • Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  • Paid Parental / Family Leave
  
  To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx
  
  Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
  
  Closing Date/Time: 10/10/24

• ABOUT THE COMPANY

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  • New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation

  • 518-474-0453

  The mission of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation is to provide safe and enjoyable recreational and interpretive opportunities for all New York State residents and visitors and to be responsible stewards of our valuable natural, historic and cultural resources.

  From the shores of Long Island to the mighty Niagara Falls, New York's 180 state parks offer countless opportunities to explore your natural environment, escape from the grind of the everyday and experience exciting new adventures. Beaches, boat launches, hiking trails, campsites, and golf courses all await you!

  New York's state parks... With all there is to see and do, how will you spend your time?

  NEW YORK STATE IS KNOCKING IT OUT OF THE PARKS!

  Come work with us, and...

  • Be a part of the premier park system in the United States - with more than 250 state parks, historic sites, golf courses, swimming pools, beaches, campgrounds, marinas, trails, and museums and nature centers.
  • Work in some of the most beautiful, scenic, and historic places New York State has to offer.
  • Make a tangible impact on your community. Parks are for everyone, and all are welcome here: People of every age, ability, color, or creed belong here – without exceptions – yourself included! People of every kind come visit us in order to have experiences – and at OPRHP, we get to be part of these special times in truly meaningful ways. See how you can make a difference as a part of Team OPRHP!

  State parks and historic sites are staffed by a core of permanent employees who work year-round to maintain these precious resources. During the peak of our operating season (May through September) the permanent staff is supplemented by several thousand seasonal employees who work to ensure that our patrons have a positive and safe experience when visiting our sites.

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