Administrative Assistant 1 OR Trainee (NY HELPS) - 63468

Duties DescriptionResponsibilities include:
Scheduling meetings and coordinating conference calls via appropriate Microsoft Office software.
Taking meeting minutes, composing, typing, and distribution of meeting minutes, correspondence, and reports.
Timely distribution and flow of mail.
Handling telephone calls and assisting visitors.
Coordinating meetings, conferences, or special events.
Making travel arrangements and submitting travel expense reports.
Supporting Onboarding of new team members and recruitment activities.
Tracking of project or program objectives.
Performing data entry into the applicable software.
Reviewing, proofreading, composing, and handling of correspondence, including e-mail to staff, and external stakeholders.
Recognizing and appropriately handling material which is confidential.
Resolving day-to-day operational problems.
Assisting with various administrative duties, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum QualificationsNY HELPS Non-Competitive Minimum Qualifications:

Administrative Assistant Trainee 1: Six months of experience in administrative support, which includes use of office software (e.g., email, word processing), provision of customer service, business writing, and/or office administration. The selected candidate must pass a keyboarding test that demonstrates the ability to enter text at a rate of at least 30 words per minute with at least 96% accuracy by completion of probation. To be advanced to the full performance level of this title you must successfully complete a set training and development program. Upon satisfactory completion of the 12-month training at the Trainee 1, you will automatically advance to Trainee 2.

Administrative Assistant Trainee 2: One year of experience in administrative support, which includes use of office software (e.g., email, word processing), provision of customer service, business writing, and/or office administration. The selected candidate must pass a keyboarding test that demonstrates the ability to enter text at a rate of at least 30 words per minute with at least 96% accuracy by completion of probation. To be advanced to the full performance level of this title you must successfully complete a set training and development program. Upon satisfactory completion of the 12-month training as a Trainee 2 you will advance to the full level of this title without further examination.

Administrative Assistant 1: Two years of experience in administrative support, which includes use of office software (e.g., email, word processing), provision of customer service, business writing, and/or office administration. The selected candidate must pass a keyboarding test that demonstrates the ability to enter text at a rate of at least 30 words per minute with at least 96% accuracy by completion of probation. Certification (e.g., IAAP Certified Administrative Professional) or associate’s degree in office administration, secretarial science, administrative assistance, paralegal, business technology, or office technology substitutes for two years of experience.

Reassignment & Transfer Opportunities: Current New York State Department of Health employee with permanent or contingent permanent status as an Administrative Assistant 1, Grade 11, OR current New York State employee with one or more years of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55 b/c service as an Administrative Assistant 1.

OR: Current New York State employee with one or more years of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55b/c service in a position allocated to Grade 6 or above, and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law to Administrative Assistant Trainee 1.
Provisional Appointment: In the absence of an eligible list with three or more candidates willing to accept a position, a temporary provisional appointment may be considered. For provisional appointment, candidates must meet one of the following minimum qualifications: Be a current NYS Department of Health employee with one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as 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

If three or fewer New York State Department of Health promotional candidates respond to this notice, the agency may, at its discretion, nominate a qualified employee for non-competitive promotion under the provisions of Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law.

* A passing score on a typing test is required before a job offer to this title can be approved.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, with a strength in Excel; Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat functions preferred; Commitment to providing exceptional customer service; Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; Experience in handling confidential information; Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; Ability to work with various stakeholders inside and outside of the office; Resourcefulness; Ability to work in a team and comfortable working in a 50% remote environment

Preferred Qualifications: The preferred candidate will be proficient in using the full suite of Microsoft Office; specficially PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Excel. They will have customer service experience including the ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders. They will possess excellent organizational skills and experience scheduling and organizing meetings.

Additional CommentsThis position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.

This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.

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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39,215.00 - $56,743.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Menands, NY 12204

Salary : $39,215 - $56,743