Position Information

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AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of

TitleAdministrative Specialist 2 - 9568

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $86861 to $109650 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Provisional

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Schenectady

Street Address 500A Balltown Road, Bldg 3, FL 3

City Schenectady

StateNY

Zip Code12304

Job Specifics

Duties Description ITS provides operational support to state agencies on a 24x7x365 basis; some positions may be required to provide this critical service at any time.

Under the direction of the Deputy Commissioner for Technology, the Administrative Specialist 2 will be assigned to the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) bureau with the Dedicated Support division and will oversee agency program activities and operations and provide professional administrative support to the Executives, and Program Managers responsible for ensuring client satisfaction with IT services for OPWDD as well as for the NYS Council for Developmental Disabilities (CDD). Duties include but are not limited to the following
• Monitor and support the completion cycle of projects including budget, human resources, and business services activities.
• Liaise with various program units within the dedicated support bureau as well as within the client agency..
• Prepare and administer financial plans and manage the purchase of goods and services.
• Monitor and escalate any issues with vendors.
• Manage bureau human resources and liaise with ITS Human Resources on hiring and other staffing needs.
• Prepare and revise work methods and procedures and participate in regular engagements with the OPWDD/CDD Finance and Administration units.
• Serve as the primary administrative contact for the organization.
• Advise staff, clarify policies and procedures and representhe program and its officials.
• Advise the Dedicated Leadership team of all planning activities and issues regarding policy and procedure.

Minimum Qualifications Open to NYS employees with one year of permanent, contingent
permanent, or 55b/c service as an Administrative Specialist 2, SG-23; OR who are in a title SG-21 or
above deemed administrative under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law; OR in a title approved for
transfer under Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer
resulting in an advancement of more than two grades.

Reinstatement: If you previously served in this title or in a title otherwise transferable to this title, you
may be reinstated pursuant to Civil Service Law. If you left state service less than one year ago, there
reinstatement request from a state agency will usually be approved by the Department of Civil Service. If
you left state service more than one year ago, the reinstatement must also be approved by the Civil
Service Commission.

55b/c Appointment: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and candidates with 55b/c eligibility are
encouraged to apply. Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications and a current 55b/c eligibility
letter. For 55 b/consideration, candidates must satisfy at least one of the Open Competitive qualifications
listed below.

Note: If you are on the examination eligible list for the position title in this location, you do not need to
respond to this posting unless you are also eligible for appointment by one of the qualifications listed
above. Candidates must be reachable on the current eligible list for this title to be list appointed.

Additional Comments ITS will not offer permanent employment to any candidate unless the candidate provides documentation that they are authorized to accept work in the United States on a permanent basis. It is the policy of ITS not to hire F1 or H1 visa holders for permanent employment or to sponsor non-immigrant aliens for temporary work authorization visas or for permanent residence.

Some positions may require fingerprinting.

Some positions may require up to 25% travel and/or lifting up to 50 lbs. Some positions are pending Civil Service approval. Details of position(s) will be described further if you are selected for an interview.

If eligible, positions located in New York City will receive an additional $3,400 downstate adjustment location pay with regular annual salary. Positions located in the Mid-Hudson will receive an additional $1,650 adjustment location pay.
to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.

Benefits of Working for NYS Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF.
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development

Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost

Additional 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)
• And many more.

The Office of Information Technology Services is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage all individuals with disabilities to apply.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name ITS Human Resources

Telephone 518-473-0398

Fax 518-402-4924

Email Address PostingResponses@its.ny.gov

Address

Street Empire State Plaza

Swan Street Building, Core 4, Floor 1

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12220

 

Notes on ApplyingTo apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume clearly indicating how you qualify. Ensure that you include the vacancy ID in the subject of your email for prompt routing. Your Social Security number may be required to confirm eligibility.