Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets! Join our team and become an integral part of a team dedicated to fostering a competitive food and agriculture industry that benefits both producers and consumers alike. Here you can cultivate your career in a dynamic environment that values innovation sustainability and community engagement. With a wide range of opportunities spanning from environmental science to economic development you can find your niche in public service and grow both professionally and personally. Embrace the chance to join our team and youll not only reap a fulfilling career but also sow the seeds for a healthier stronger New York. Position Information: The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking an Office Assistant 2 to join the Division of Agricultural Development in Albany. The Office Assistant 2 will provide essential administrative support for the Division including to the auditors and program staff assigned to the Farm Employer Overtime Tax Credit Program. This role involves managing office operations maintaining records and assisting auditors with logistical and clerical requirements. Specific duties include but are not limited to: - Administrative Support:Assist auditors with scheduling meetings appointments and travel arrangements related to audits;Prepare and format correspondence reports and other documents as required by the auditing team; andManage incoming and outgoing communications ensuring timely distribution of information.
- Record Maintenance:Maintain organized and uptodate files for audit documentation program records and correspondence; andDevelop and manage databases that track audit schedules findings and program compliance data.
- Data Entry and Management: Enter and verify data related to the Farm Employer Overtime Tax Credit program audits ensuring accuracy and completeness; andGenerate standard and adhoc reports from program databases to support the audit process.
- Office Coordination:Order and manage office supplies required for the auditing team to ensure efficient operations; and Coordinate with IT for the maintenance and troubleshooting of office equipment used by the team.
- Customer Service:Respond to inquiries from the public stakeholders and other divisions regarding the audit process and program requirements; andProvide information and support to stakeholders as needed escalating complex queries to auditors/program staff.
- Support for Program Development:Assist in organizing training sessions and workshops for stakeholders; andHelp prepare materials and presentations used in auditor training and public outreach.
- Collaboration and Communication:Work closely with auditors/program staff to ensure efficient workflow and seamless communication within the team; andLiaise with external partners and other state agencies to facilitate collaboration and data sharing.
The Office Assistant 2 is a permanent officebased position conveniently located in our headquarters at 10B Airline Drive in Albany NY. We are located near the Albany International Airport and Wolf Road and provide ample free parking. This is a fulltime position working 37.5 hours per week MondayFriday. Salary: The starting salary for the Office Assistant 2 is $42641/ year and the hiring salary for the CSEA salary grade (SG) 9. The candidate appointed to the Office Assistant 2 SG9 will be eligible to participate in the New York State Performance Evaluation Program. Through this program employees receive yearly performance evaluations. Performance advances are payable to CSEA employees whose base annual salary is below the job rate for their current position and who were rated Satisfactory or its equivalent on their yearly performance evaluation. Performance advance payments are added to an employees annual salary. Over time yearly performance advances may lead to the SG9 job rate salary of $52413/ year! Benefits: This is a CSEArepresented position that offers excellent benefits! Benefits include but are not limited to inexpensive Health Insurance options free dental and vision coverage NYS Pension Plan membership and generous paid time off. Within the first year you are eligible for 5 days of personal time 13 vacation days 13 sick days and 13 paid holidays! NY HELPS Minimum Qualifications: Candidates may be eligible for a NY HELPS appointment to this title if all promotion eligible lists are fully exhausted there are fewer than 3 interested internal qualified candidates in directline lowerlevel promotion titles AND they meet the listed NY HELPS opencompetitive minimum qualifications or the minimum qualifications listed on the most recent examination announcement for the Office Assistant 2 title. NY HELPS Qualifications: One year of clerical experience. NY HELPS Program: 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 noncompetitive 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 (within one year of permanent appointment) it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their noncompetitive employment status converted to competitive status without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all 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. Alternate Minimum Qualifications: You may also be eligible for appointment to this position if you meet any of the following minimum qualifications. Reassignment Qualifications: You must be a current Department of Agriculture and Markets employee and have one year of permanent contingentpermanent or 55 b/c service as an Office Assistant 2 G9; if you have less than one year you must be reachable on the current eligible list for this location if one exists. 70.1 Transfer Qualifications to Office Assistant 2 G9: Applicants may be appointed to this position permanently if they have: one year of permanent competitive service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Such titles include but are not limited to: Office Assistant 2 G6 Office Assistant 2 Keyboarding G9 and Office Assistant 2 Calculations G9. NonCompetitive Promotion: If there are three or fewer interested and qualified promotion candidates the agency may at its discretion nominate a qualified employee for a noncompetitive promotion under the provisions of Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law. 55b/c Qualifications: Applicants may be appointed to this position permanently if they meet these qualifications: while there are no minimum qualifications necessary for this position we are looking for individuals with a passion for serving customers. The preferred candidates will have strong communication skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain professionalism and possess strong organizational and telephone skills. Information about the Workers with Disabilities 55b and the Veterans with Disabilities employment program 55c can be found at 55b/c Recruitment Resources Center (). How to Apply: Candidates that are eligible and interested in being considered must use the below link to apply byMay 23 2025. Within this online application please upload your resume and cover letter. If you have any questions please contact Amy Sacco in Human Resources at (518)or .The Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodations and/or modifications as necessary for qualified persons with disabilities. If you are in need of a reasonable accommodation please visit: Position Information:Division: Agricultural Development Negotiating Unit: CSEA Location: Albany Number of Vacancies: One Status of Vacancy: Fulltime; Permanent Hours Per Week: 37.5 Hours Jurisdictional Class: Competitive Civil Service List(s): Eligible List Exists
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