State Of New York Albany , NY 12201
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Review Vacancy
Date Posted 03/26/24
Applications Due05/01/24
Vacancy ID154657
Basics
Schedule
Location
Job Specifics
Contact
NY HELPNo
AgencyHealth, Department of
TitleChemist Aide (12 Positions) - 12701-12712
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary GradeNS
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $15.45 to $15.45 Hourly
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 8 AM
To 4 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Albany
Street Address Wadsworth Center - Biggs Laboratory, David Axelrod Institute, or Griffin Laboratory
Empire State Plaza/ 120 New Scotland Ave/ 5668 State Farm Road
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12237
Minimum Qualifications On or before the date of appointment, candidates must have successfully completed six college credit hours in the natural sciences (chemistry, biology or physics). Three credits MUST be in chemistry. College credits must have been received from a regionally accredited college or university, or one recognized by the New York State Education Department as following acceptable educational practices.
Preferred Qualifications: On or before the date of appointment, preferred candidates will have successfully completed twelve college credits in the natural sciences.
Duties Description Responsibilities vary according to assignment. Positions are located in various Divisions of the Wadsworth Center with public health responsibilities in the areas of infectious disease, genetic disorders and environmental testing. Duties may include sample and reagent preparation, assisting in the collection and analysis of data, operation of laboratory equipment, general laboratory maintenance and special projects.
Additional Comments Seasonal, hourly employment for the summer--approximately three months. Since exposure to potentially hazardous substances may be involved in these positions, candidates who accept appointment may be required to wear personal protective equipment, undergo pre-employment and periodic health evaluations, and receive specific immunizations.
The Wadsworth Center is recruiting for 12 positions. Part-time opportunities are also available. Reporting details will be discussed at the time of the interview.
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 NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm
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Name Human Resources Management Group, NMH/CA/12701-12712
Telephone 518-486-1812
Fax 518-473-3395
Email Address resume@health.ny.gov
Address
Street Room 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12237
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference NMH/CA/12701-12712 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, NMH/CA/12701-12702, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position. Resumes will be accepted until May 1, 2024.
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