Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 05/19/26
Applications Due: 06/03/26
Vacancy ID: 216400
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyTaxation & Finance, State
TitleProgram Aide
Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide
Salary Grade13
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $53413 to $65061 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 5%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 8:30 AM
To 4:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
Location
County Albany
Street Address 299 Old Niskayuna Rd (Wade Rd)
City Latham
StateNY
Zip Code12110
Job Specifics
Duties Description Under higher level supervision, the incumbent must be able to perform the following essential functions:
· Maintaining database entries, training requirement fulfillment, and emailing confirmations to the statewide Board of Assessment Review member appointments.
· Updating continuing education requirement courses in the database, assigning students to those courses and maintaining credit usage.
· Verify eligibility for reimbursement for training completed and facilitating reimbursement to individuals.
· Manual assembly and the mailing of binders to students statewide.
· Order supplies for courses.
· Triage phone and unit shared email, forward inquiries to the appropriate analyst.
· Annually email continuing educational requirement status reports to appointed assessors and county directors statewide.
· Perform SLMS course enrollments for students participating in the unit’s SLMS versions of basic certification courses.
· Adhere to the Department’s time and attendance rules and regulations.
Minimum Qualifications The selected candidate must be eligible for transfer under Civil Service Law or reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title and location in accordance with the provisions of Civil Service Law, Rules and Regulations.
Hours are based on business need and will be discussed during the interview. Newly hired employees will be eligible to telecommute after the specified training period.
Additional Comments Any candidate selected for this position will be subject to a review of their tax return submissions by the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance. Employment of a candidate is conditioned upon a finding by the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance that the candidate is in compliance with all local, state, and federal tax laws. In accordance with federal government requirements, the employment of any candidate selected for this position is conditioned upon successfully completing a background investigation including a criminal history record check (fingerprint check).
New York State is an equal opportunity employer. It's the policy of the state of New York to provide for and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, or an arrest or criminal conviction record unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Tax.sm.RecruitmentTeam2@tax.ny.gov
Telephone
Fax
Email Address Tax.sm.RecruitmentTeam2@tax.ny.gov
Address
Street W A Harriman State Office Campus
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12227
Notes on ApplyingQualified Candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume, including current title and how you qualify. Please reference the vacancy ID number, job title and the Office of Real Property Tax Services (ORPTS) with your response.
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