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Job Title


Office Assistant 1 (Stores/Mail) NY HELPS


Company : New York State Civil Service


Location : Albany, NY


Created : 2026-03-15


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

NY HELP YesAgency Taxation & Finance, StateTitle Office Assistant 1 (Stores/Mail) NY HELPSOccupational Category Clerical, Secretarial, Office AideSalary Grade 06Bargaining Unit ASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)Salary Range From $36232 to $44828 AnnuallyEmployment Type Full-TimeAppointment Type PermanentJurisdictional Class Competitive ClassTravel Percentage 0%Workweek Mon-FriHours Per Week 37.5WorkdayFrom 7:30 AMTo 3:30 PMFlextime allowed? NoMandatory overtime? NoCompressed workweek allowed? NoTelecommuting allowed? NoCounty AlbanyStreet Address WA Harriman State Office CampusCity AlbanyState NYZip Code 12227Duties Description Operations Support Bureau - Office Assistant 1 (Stores/Mail)The incumbent will perform the following essential functions: • Receive, pick up, deliver, open, appropriately record, time stamp, sort, and distribute mail, e-mail, or other forms of correspondence or communication, or goods, materials, or stores.• Operate and/or assist in operation of postal metering machines and cutters.• Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s License.• Operate a motor vehicle to pick up and deliver mail.• Maintain files, correspondence, documents, records, materials, and stores pursuant to guidelines. • Stand and walk for extended periods of time. • Bend and lift 50 lbs. without assistance.• Demonstrate the ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions. • Use a personal computer and manipulate an alpha-numeric keyboard to use agency specific software applications and web-based programs.• Work overtime as required. • Meet the Department's time and attendance rules. • Adhere to Office of Human Resources Management, Affirmative Action, Code of Conduct, Ethics and internal control rules, policies, and procedures. • All other duties as required. Selected candidate will be required to enroll in the Critical Driver Program.Minimum Qualifications 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 a future date, 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 of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in an NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.NYS HELPS-No minimum qualifications for this title.COMPETITVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:• You must be a current NYS employee eligible for transfer in accordance with Civil Service Laws, Rules, and Regulations.OR• Reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title and location. If you are canvassed, please reply to the canvass.Additional Comments New York State is an equal opportunity employer. It’s the policy of the state of New York to provide for and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, or an arrest or criminal conviction record unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exceptionAny candidate selected for this position will be subject to a review of their tax return submissions by the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance. Employment of a candidate is conditioned upon a finding by the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance that the candidate is in compliance with all local, state, and federal tax laws. In accordance with federal government requirements, the employment of any candidate selected for this position is conditioned upon successfully completing a background investigation including a criminal history record check (fingerprint check).A valid driver's license is required. If selected for this position, you will be required to enroll in the Critical Driver Program.Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.Name Recruitment Team 1TelephoneFaxEmail Address AddressStreet WA Harriman State Office CampusCity AlbanyState NYZip Code 12227Notes on Applying Qualified Candidates should copy the below web address into your browser to complete the online application for the Department of Tax and Finance. Within the application you will attach your cover letter, resume and 55-b letter if applicable.and current NYS employees may be contacted for their social security number to verify their NYS employment history and determine eligibility.55-b/c candidates: you must include your letter of eligibility with your application.