What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Helper I position at DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE?
- DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE
Posted On: 02/06/2025
- Full-Time
Location
NYC-ALL BOROS
- No Exam Required
Department
OCME - Material Logistics
Salary Range:
$37,209.00 – $50,074.00
Job Description
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner investigates cases of persons who die within New York City from criminal violence, by accident, by suicide, suddenly when in apparent health, when unattended by a physician, in a correctional facility or in any suspicious or unusual manner or where an application is made pursuant to law for a permit to cremate a body of a person.
We exist to provide answers in support of families, victims, and community during times of profound need.
The core values of CARES guide our work for communities and inform our behavior toward each other and all those we serve.
We are seeking a detail-oriented candidate with experience in budget management, procurement, or auditing as well as experience in a mailroom environment. Duties will include but are not limited to:
We exist to provide answers in support of families, victims, and community during times of profound need.
The core values of CARES guide our work for communities and inform our behavior toward each other and all those we serve.
- Commitment: Dedicated to the mission at all times
- Accountability: Responsible to each other and the community
- Resilience: Adapt in the face of adversity
- Excellence: Achieve and maintain the highest quality
- Service: Innovate to meet evolving needs
We are seeking a detail-oriented candidate with experience in budget management, procurement, or auditing as well as experience in a mailroom environment. Duties will include but are not limited to:
- The ideal candidate should be proficient in Microsoft programs, particularly Excel, and possess a valid driver’s license.
- Responsibilities will include assisting with mail delivery across the agency, supporting staff by checking in packages, uploading Receipt of Invoices (RIRs), and addressing email inquiries to ensure the timely delivery of small packages.
- The candidate will also print and label purchase orders, contact vendors regarding delivery issues, and create spreadsheets to maintain organized records.
- Additionally, the role involves providing customer service and picking up small packages up to 50lbs as needed.
- Other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications
Must possess a valid driver's license
Preferred Skills
1. Excellent written and verbal communication skills 2. Thorough attention to detail 3. Proficiency in MS Office 4. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and as a team player.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Job ID
691768
Title code
82107
Civil service title
LABORATORY HELPER
Title classification
Non-Competitive-5
Business title
Laboratory Helper I
- Experience Level:Entry-Level
Job level
01
Number of positions
1
Work location
421 East 26th Street NY NY
- Category:Finance, Accounting, & Procurement
Laboratory Helper I
Salary : $37,209 - $50,074
