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 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. 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:
Trainee 1
A bachelor's degree or higher.
Trainee 2
Bachelor's degree and one year reviewing, analyzing, and recommending the development and implementation of policies pertaining to State and local public authorities.
Substitution
A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.
Full Level
Bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience reviewing, analyzing, and recommending the development and implementation of policies pertaining to State and local public authorities.
Substitution
A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.
COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Trainee 1
Permanent service in this title or one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c service in a title SG-11 or higher and otherwise eligible for transfer under Civil Service Law.
Trainee 2
Permanent service in this title or one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c service in a title SG-12 or higher and otherwise eligible for transfer under Civil Service Law.
Full Level
Permanent service in this title or one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c service in a title SG-16 or higher and otherwise eligible for transfer under Civil Service Law.
A list of titles approved for transfer is available through Civil Service GOT-IT at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/.
55 B/C QUALIFICATIONS:
Individuals certified eligible for the 55 B/C program under the Governor's Program to Hire Persons/Veterans with Disabilities pursuant to Section 55 B/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.
You must meet the open competitive qualifications from the most recent examination announcement. The open competitive minimum qualifications are:
Trainee 1
A bachelor's degree or higher.
Trainee 2
Bachelor's degree and one year reviewing, analyzing, and recommending the development and implementation of policies pertaining to State and local public authorities.
Substitution
A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.
Full Level
Bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience reviewing, analyzing, and recommending the development and implementation of policies pertaining to State and local public authorities.
Substitution
A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.
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.

The Authorities Budget Office (ABO) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability status, arrest record or criminal conviction history, or any other category protected by law.
We are happy to provide reasonable and religious accommodations during the hiring process for those in need. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please send a request to HRM.Recruitment@dos.ny.gov.
NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: The Department of State employees may be approved for a maximum of 50% telecommuting, however, they are required to apply and obtain approval through management in accordance with The Department of State Telecommuting Program Guidelines.