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Facility Operations Assistant 1

NYS Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Services
Albany, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 5/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/21/2026
Description

Duties Description

The incumbent of this position will report to the Resources and Logistics Section within the Office of Emergency Management (OEM).

Duties Include But Are Not Limited To The Following

  • Implement quality control procedures for the Logistics Centers.
  • Observe all established protocols for stockpile maintenance, employment, deployment, transportation coordination and recovery.
  • Implement the Preventative Maintenance Program for stockpile readiness.
  • Provide responsive, statewide support during emergency situations requiring stockpile items. Assist in the accountability of all items deployed from the stockpile and returned to the stockpiles.
  • Assist in the coordination and management of surplus materials.
  • Assist in the issuance of equipment to vendors for maintenance and calibration.
  • Operate material handling equipment.
  • May be required to respond to warehouse emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • Receive warehouse deliveries.
  • Maintain accountability of warehouse items using State Financial System (SFS) inventory system.
  • Perform support and clerical work such as document preparation, scheduling, and related activities.
  • Prepare and submit Bills of Lading to supervisor and receiving agency after issuing warehouse equipment.
  • Maintain records and perform routine preventative maintenance checks and services.
  • Support Citizen Preparedness Corps (CPC) events by providing CPC backpack delivery and distribution at scheduled events throughout the State. In this role, staff member will support not only CPC personnel but other stockpile personnel that have volunteered to work a CPC event
  • Become knowledgeable with SFS inventory and maintenance modules in order to support stockpile operations as needed.
  • Assist in the delivery and coordination of supplies to support CPC events across New York State.
  • Office related activities at OEM Headquarters such as filing, alphabetizing, photocopying, sorting and delivering mail, storing records/supplies on shelves.
  • Assist NYS OEM Fleet & Facilities team with assignment of vehicles, filing of mileage logs, etc.
  • Support OEM Building 22 logistical requirements as needed.

Operating Needs

  • Possession of a valid Driver’s License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle is required.
  • Ability to bend, lift, climb and to stand and walk for long periods of time.
  • Ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
  • Ability to operate a variety of materials handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
  • Successful completion of OSHA forklift training and certification within 90 days of appointment.
  • Flexibility to work in environments of fluctuating temperatures including limited periods outside, year-round.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Labor Class: There are no education or experience qualifications for this class. Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and be able to understand and carry out written or oral instructions. When required to operate motor vehicles, incumbents must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle being operated.

Additional Comments

NOTE: Support of operations during times of emergency and disaster from State Emergency Operations Center (EOC), state field offices and/or local deployments may be required, which would result in a change and/or increase in working hours, locations and/or duties.

The Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) is an equal opportunity employer.

In accordance with the NYS Human Rights Law, DHSES does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

DHSES is committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace and is committed to providing our programs and services without discrimination.

In support of Executive Order 31, all qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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