NY HELP Yes Agency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of Title Program Aide (NY HELPS) Occupational Category Other Professional Careers Salary Grade 13 Bargaining Unit ASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range From $53413 to $65061 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 37.5 Workday From 8 AM To 4 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County Albany Street Address Health and Safety Bureau 625 Broadway City Albany State NY Zip Code 12238 Duties Description Under the direction of the Agency Safety and Health Director 2, M2, the Program Aide, SG-13 will support the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation’s Health and Safety Bureau. This position works as part of the Bureau’s Health and Safety team to provide day-to-day support to both the Agency Safety and Health Director 2 as well as other members of the bureau. Duties of this position include but are not limited to:• Perform paraprofessional duties and provide program and technical assistance for one or more professional or technical positions.• Collect and analyze data, assist team in compiling data, running reports, or drafting documents.• Design, set-up, enter, and maintain files, records, and spreadsheets.• Assist in the preparation, review and evaluation of a variety of reports and records. • Assist in purchasing office supplies and equipment.• Assist with implementation of coat and boot program for agency.• Coordinate with EHS (Employee Health Services) for medical monitoring program for agency.• Support team during the implementation of ongoing program initiatives and/or new features or policies.• Coordinate and organize meetings; contact and schedule internal and external attendees, coordinate and schedule dates, rooms, and equipment, and prepare all necessary paperwork.• Arrange for venue, speakers, lodging, and supplies for weeklong conference for bureau.• Work effectively in a team setting and demonstrate flexibility in tasks and schedules.• Follow instructions, including written direction, accurately and efficiently.• Adhere to the agency’s Code of Conduct Policy and ensure compliance with all guidelines, policies, and procedures in the performance of daily tasks• Perform other duties and assist with special projects as required. Minimum Qualifications Non-competitive NY HELPS Minimum Qualifications:This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).*To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55-b/c, candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:Three (3) years of experience performing clerical, keyboarding, or paraprofessional work in an office environment.55 b/c: This position is eligible for 55b/c appointment, and candidates with 55b/c eligibility are encouraged to apply. To be eligible for a 55b/c appointment, candidate must be currently enrolled in the Civil Service 55b/c program. Information about the 55b/c program can be found here: https://www.cs.ny.gov/rp55/.Competitive Qualifications:Eligible for a lateral transfer or eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law by having one year of permanent competitive service in an appropriate title. Information regarding transfer eligibility is available on the Civil Service Career Mobility Office website at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/. ORReachable on the appropriate eligible list.Note: Non-competitive refers to not competing in an examination; the appointment will be competitive.*NY HELPS PROGRAM:Employees appointed via the NY HELPS program are restricted for promotional appointment until their position is covered-in to the competitive class by the New York State Civil Service Commission (CSC), or they otherwise obtain permanent competitive status. The CSC has recently covered-in employees who were appointed via NY HELPS on a permanent or contingent permanent basis between June 26, 2024, and June 11, 2025. Notification to employees regarding a change in their status is forthcoming. You may wish to apply if you received a permanent NY HELPS appointment to a qualifying title within these timeframes and are interested in this opportunity. Your eligibility for promotion will be reviewed by Human Resources. Employees with a permanent NY HELPS appointment occurring effective 6/12/25 or later will be addressed with a subsequent cover-in. Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS:• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Word, and Excel is preferred but not required. • Experience with SFS (Statewide Financial System) is preferred but not required. BENEFITS:Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:Paid Time Off• CSEA: 44 days – 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 5 personal leave days, 13 holidaysHealth Care Benefits:• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional costAdditional Benefits:• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership• NYS Deferred Compensation• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)• Paid Parental LeaveTo learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Sheila McCaffrey Telephone Fax Email Address employment@parks.ny.gov Address Street 625 Broadway City Albany State NY Zip Code 12238 Notes on Applying If you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and the agency’s operating needs, and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region’s administrative headquarters or you can download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation by visiting the website at https://parks.ny.gov/documents/employment/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1.pdfAll candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. These documents must be submitted via email to employment@parks.ny.gov. You must include “Item #435 – Program Aide – Albany” in the subject line of your email. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for the position.All qualified persons are invited and encouraged to apply.It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.