Human Resources Specialist 1, Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1 (NY Helps) Box Exec-181/64354

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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 06/11/24

Applications Due07/02/24

Vacancy ID160663

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NY HELPYes

AgencyEducation Department, State

TitleHuman Resources Specialist 1, Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1 (NY HELPS) Box EXEC-181/64354

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $65164 to $80860 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address Executive

Office of Human Resources Management

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12234

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

NY HELPS

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 maybe 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. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In June 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.

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.

NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:

• Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1: Candidates must have a bachelor's degree or higher.

• Human Resources Specialist Trainee 2: Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and one year of professional human resources experience. A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.

• Human Resources Specialist 1: Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and two years of professional human resources experience. A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.

All candidates that have taken and passed the most recent Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) exam are encouraged to apply.

COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as a Human Resources Specialist 1.

Eligible List Appointment: Candidates who are reachable on the New York State Education Department's Public Administration Trainee Transition (PATT) eligible list, the Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) eligible list or the Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) Select Titles eligible list may be considered for appointment. If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for this title, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter. For a description of the minimum qualifications that candidates must possess to be appointed from the PCO Select Human Resources Specialist 1 eligible list, please visit (https://www.cs.ny.gov/pco/pco-title-details/title-info.cfm?jobcode=1436100&type=Select).

Section 52.6 Transfer to Human Resources Specialist 1: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a qualifying title allocated at salary grade 16 or higher deemed eligible for transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.

Section 52.6 Transfer to Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a qualifying title allocated at salary grade 11 or higher deemed eligible for transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.

Section 70.1 Transfer to Human Resources Specialist 1: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a qualifying title allocated at salary grade 16 or higher deemed eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.

Section 70.1 Transfer to Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55 b/c service in a qualifying title allocated at salary grade 11 or higher deemed eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.

Section 70.4 Transfer to Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1: Candidates may be eligible for nomination for Section 70.4 transfer to Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1 if they possess a bachelor's degree AND have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-11 or higher AND have standing on the Public Administration Trainee Transition (PATT) eligible list or the Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) eligible list.

For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/title-search/index.cfm.

55b/c Appointment: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and candidates with 55b/c eligibility are encouraged to apply. Candidates must possess a current 55b/c eligibility letter and the following minimum qualifications:

• Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1: Candidates must have a bachelor's degree or higher.

• Human Resources Specialist Trainee 2: Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and one year of professional human resources experience. A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.

• Human Resources Specialist 1: Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and two years of professional human resources experience. A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.

Duties Description The New York State Education Department's Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM) is seeking candidates to fill a Human Resources Specialist 1 position in the Benefits Unit. The OHRM provides personnel services, staff development, labor relations and employee benefits to staff in various diverse program areas within the Education Department, including the Office of Education Policy, the Office of Adult Career and Continuing Education Services, the Office of the Professions, the Office of Cultural Education, the Office of Performance Improvement and Management Services, and the Office of the Chief Financial Officer. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work closely with and develop relationships with program managers and staff for the effective accomplishment of program and OHRM work priorities;

• Provide technical assistance and guidance to program managers on a variety of human resources, labor relations, and civil service issues;

• Review, analyze and respond to program requests;

• Ensure compliance with SED and OHRM policies and procedures, negotiated agreements, Civil Service Law, Rules and regulations, and other Human Resources laws that govern a variety of employment and employee actions;

• Perform various activities related to employee transactions, employee services and benefits, and time and attendance;

• Answer new employee on-boarding questions;

• Oversee the preparation and updating of employee informational guides;

• Coordinate the administration of employee insurance programs, survivor benefits, Workers' Compensation, organizational health, safety, and programs including pre-retirement counseling;

• Supervise the administration of the time and attendance rules as modified by negotiated agreements, and pertinent leave programs such as military, educational, and sick leave; and

• Complete special projects as assigned.

Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a contingent permanent competitive appointment or a contingent permanent non-competitive appointment. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In June 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin. For 55b/c appointment, candidates must possess the minimum qualifications, a current 55b/c eligibility letter and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Promotions and transfers may change appointees' negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of education and/or work experience will be required at the time of interview for all candidates.

This position may be filled as a traineeship. The starting salaries for this position are outlined below. For current New York State employees, salary is based on the candidate's salary at the time of hire. Candidates appointed at the trainee level will be required to successfully complete the traineeship to advance to the full performance level title and salary.

• $51,920 (Trainee 1- NS equated to SG-13)
• $55,005 (Trainee 2- NS equated to SG-14)
• $65,164 (Full Performance level SG-18)

This position leads to a maximum salary of $80,860 based on annual performance advances and traineeship advances.

APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest to jobs@nysed.gov by July 2, 2024 (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (EXEC-181/64354) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.

New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.

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• https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/
• https://www.cs.ny.gov/pio/publications/gettingajob.pdf

Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:

Holiday & Paid Time Off

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.

• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.

• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.

• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.

• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.

Health Care Benefits

• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.

• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.

Additional Benefits

• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).

• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.

• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

• Opportunities for telecommuting.

• Eligibility for various life insurance options.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Office of Human Resources Management

Telephone (518) 474-5215

Fax (518) 486-5631

Email Address jobs@nysed.gov

Address

Street NYS Education Department

89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528 EB

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12234

Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest to jobs@nysed.gov by July 2, 2024 (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (EXEC-181/64354) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.