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Human Resources Specialist 1 (NY HELPS) - VID 226658

State of New York
Location
Albany, NY
Compensation
$59,204 - $87,034 / year
Employment type

How to apply

Source: New York State Jobs · Bespree is not the employer.

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Job description

The incumbent will carry out the full range of personnel services for the Office of General Services and its Hosted Agencies as assigned.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Research, plan, and prepare classification, examination, recruitment, and personnel activities for assigned OGS programs and/or Hosted Agencies.
  • In collaboration with the OGS List and Transaction Units, submit accurate transactions for all personnel actions including, but not limited to: coding lists, making appointments and effectuating separations.
  • Advise agency employees and program management on advancement options and career mobility options.
  • Participate in examination planning and development activities.
  • Provide guidance and assistance to business units regarding recruitment, appointment, promotion, transfer, status, and/or salary of employees.
  • Ensure all activities are consistent with the laws, rules, regulations and policies of the Department of Civil Service, the Office of Employee Relations, and the negotiated agreements between employee unions and the State.
  • Serve on workgroups and committees for OGS and Hosted Agencies.
  • Establish and maintain close working relationships with staff members of operating divisions with assigned agencies, the Department of Civil Service, the Business Services Center, the Governor’s Appointments Office and other State agencies.
  • Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS)* and applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications to be considered for this position:

This title includes a traineeship opportunity, and applicants will be appointed to the appropriate level based on their experience and education.

Required experience: Six years of experience performing and supervising the performance of various human resources activities such as staffing services, which consist of recruitment, examination, and placement activities; position classification and compensation; and employee services such as employee benefit, health and safety, employee counseling, and employee recognition.

Human Resources Specialist 1 level requirements:

  • Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1 (equated to SG-14): Four years of experience.
  • Human Resources Specialist Trainee 2 (equated to SG-16): Five years of experience.
  • Human Resources Specialist 1, SG-18: Six years of experience.

Substitutions: An associate’s degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of experience; a master’s degree may substitute for five years of experience; and a doctorate may substitute for six years of experience.

OR

Current New York State employee with one year or more of qualifying permanent service in a position allocated to a Grade 11 or above and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1, 52.6 or 70.4 of the Civil Service Law.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong ability to conduct independent research, gather relevant data, and verify facts quickly.
  • A background in research, grant or technical writing.
  • Focus of study in Journalism, English, Library Sciences, or academic research.

Note:

In Order to Award the Proper Credit for Work

EXPERIENCE, RESUMES MUST INCLUDE MONTH AND YEAR FOR START AND END DATES.

If Any of This Experience Is Less Than Full

TIME, YOU MUST INDICATE THE AVERAGE NUMBER OF HOURS WORKED PER WEEK.

About employer

New York State agencies, departments, and public authorities provide services across healthcare, engineering, administration, public safety, the trades, and other areas.

Full-time
Date posted
Oct 08, 2026
Albany, NY 12242

How to apply

Source: New York State Jobs · Bespree is not the employer.

Need a resume for this application?

Tailor your resume for this job

Job description

The incumbent will carry out the full range of personnel services for the Office of General Services and its Hosted Agencies as assigned.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Research, plan, and prepare classification, examination, recruitment, and personnel activities for assigned OGS programs and/or Hosted Agencies.
  • In collaboration with the OGS List and Transaction Units, submit accurate transactions for all personnel actions including, but not limited to: coding lists, making appointments and effectuating separations.
  • Advise agency employees and program management on advancement options and career mobility options.
  • Participate in examination planning and development activities.
  • Provide guidance and assistance to business units regarding recruitment, appointment, promotion, transfer, status, and/or salary of employees.
  • Ensure all activities are consistent with the laws, rules, regulations and policies of the Department of Civil Service, the Office of Employee Relations, and the negotiated agreements between employee unions and the State.
  • Serve on workgroups and committees for OGS and Hosted Agencies.
  • Establish and maintain close working relationships with staff members of operating divisions with assigned agencies, the Department of Civil Service, the Business Services Center, the Governor’s Appointments Office and other State agencies.
  • Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS)* and applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications to be considered for this position:

This title includes a traineeship opportunity, and applicants will be appointed to the appropriate level based on their experience and education.

Required experience: Six years of experience performing and supervising the performance of various human resources activities such as staffing services, which consist of recruitment, examination, and placement activities; position classification and compensation; and employee services such as employee benefit, health and safety, employee counseling, and employee recognition.

Human Resources Specialist 1 level requirements:

  • Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1 (equated to SG-14): Four years of experience.
  • Human Resources Specialist Trainee 2 (equated to SG-16): Five years of experience.
  • Human Resources Specialist 1, SG-18: Six years of experience.

Substitutions: An associate’s degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of experience; a master’s degree may substitute for five years of experience; and a doctorate may substitute for six years of experience.

OR

Current New York State employee with one year or more of qualifying permanent service in a position allocated to a Grade 11 or above and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1, 52.6 or 70.4 of the Civil Service Law.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong ability to conduct independent research, gather relevant data, and verify facts quickly.
  • A background in research, grant or technical writing.
  • Focus of study in Journalism, English, Library Sciences, or academic research.

Note:

In Order to Award the Proper Credit for Work

EXPERIENCE, RESUMES MUST INCLUDE MONTH AND YEAR FOR START AND END DATES.

If Any of This Experience Is Less Than Full

TIME, YOU MUST INDICATE THE AVERAGE NUMBER OF HOURS WORKED PER WEEK.

New York State is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the State of New York to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination.

About employer

New York State agencies, departments, and public authorities provide services across healthcare, engineering, administration, public safety, the trades, and other areas.