Office Assistant 1 Keyboarding (New York City)

Duties Description The Office Assistant 1 Keyboarding will complete variety of clerical projects, organizational and record keeping tasks for New York City Regional Office (NYCRO), including, but not limited to :

• Maintain files and databases for NYCRO staff which includes recertification reviews, site visits program budgets, provider information and all other correspondence for providers
• Log and distribute mail to NYC RO staff
• Provide telephone coverage during hours of operation including lunch coverage
• Assist with performing clerical tasks for major projects
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Permanent Qualifications :

Current New York State employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent-permanent competitive service as an Office Assistant 1 Keyboarding, G-6, or a New York State employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent-permanent competitive service in a position allocated to salary grade 4 or above and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.

Candidates not already in a typing title 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. ~OR~

NY HELPS Qualifications :

There are no minimum education or experience requirements for this title. 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.

Additional Comments This position includes a downstate adjustment of $3,400.

The salary range listed for this posting reflects the full range for this graded position, factoring in annual performance advances based on satisfactory annual performance reviews. Candidates with no previous State service will begin at the hiring rate (starting rate of the salary range) listed above, plus any applicable Location Pay / Geographic Pay / Shift Pay differentials.

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.

Generous benefits package, which may include : medical, dental and vision coverage; NYS Employees Retirement System (pension); optional Deferred Compensation Program; tuition assistance; generous paid leave benefits; compensation for 13 State holidays per year; access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs; and Flex Spending Accounts.

Telecommuting may be discussed as part of the interview process.

The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program allows public service employees to have the remaining balance on direct loans forgiven after 120 qualifying payments are made under an accepted repayment plan while working full-time for an eligible employer. New York State is an eligible employer. More information is available at

OASAS recognizes the value that different people, perspectives and cultures bring to the agency. We strive to create an inclusive culture that uplifts and supports our staff, fostering a sense of belonging in the workplace. Individuals with lived substance use and / or gambling experience are encouraged to apply.

New York State OASAS is an equal opportunity employer and provides opportunity for all regardless of race, gender, religion, national original, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, ability, or any other protected class. OASAS encourages people with disabilities to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or hiring process, please reach out to Accessibility@oasas.ny.gov.

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 a future date, 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.

This position may be designated 55 b / c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.

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

Name Bureau of Human Resources Management

Telephone 518-457-2963

Fax 518-457-4880

Email Address recruitment@oasas.ny.gov

Address

Street 1450 Western Avenue

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12203

Notes on Applying Submit your resume in Word or PDF (preferred) format to the contact above (email preferred). Candidates must clearly illustrate how they meet the minimum qualifications listed in this posting. Failure to clearly show how you qualify may results in your disqualification.

Salary : $3,400