Program Aide - NY HELPS

Description

Duties Description

• Providing permitting related guidance to the public.
• Maintaining and updating the Department’s application tracking and electronic document management system.
• Analyzing the Department’s existing file storage and assisting with developing a transitionary plan towards paperless file and record keeping.
• Budgeting and monitoring the use of regional program allocations to ensure money is spent in a manner that best supports the program carrying out its mission.
• Managing the regions shared network drives.
• Reviewing FOIL requests, coordinating with analysts and uploading of responsive documents to the GovQA system.
• Processing of certain non-jurisdictional determinations in coordination with regional and deputy regional permit administrators (RPA).
• Updating the waterline and infiltration well permitting process in coordination with NR Team Leader (Deputy RPA), followed by implementation.
• Updating staff telecommuting schedule in coordination with Administration Staff.
  
  

Qualifications

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.

To be eligible for appointment under NY HELPS, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications below:

Non-Competitive Qualifications

Three years of experience performing clerical, keyboarding, or paraprofessional work in an office environment.

Competitive Qualifications

Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC

or

Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis.

or

Transfer Eligible - One year of permanent competitive service at Salary Grade 11 or higher and:

Transfer eligible under Section 70.1 - permanent competitive service as an Accountant Aide, Accountant Aide Trainee 2, Business Document Specialist 2, Stores & Mail Operations Supervisor, Principal Mail and Supply Clerk, Principal Offset Print Machine Operator, Principal Stores Clerk, Program Aide, Administrative Assistant 1.

Additional titles SG 11 or higher which qualify can be found on the Department of Civil Service website, search "GOT-IT".

Note: If there are three or more interested candidates on the promotional eligible list, a non-competitive appointment via NY HELPS will not be authorized.

Additional Comments

Travel may be required.

Must be able to lift and move objects up to 15 pounds.

Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.

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 Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.

Please be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).