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AgencyAttorney General, Office of the

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 Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address Office of the New York State Attorney General

The Capitol

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12224

Duties Description This position is in the Civil Recoveries Bureau (Student Recoveries Unit).

• Skip tracing - using all resources available to locate debtors with bad addresses on returned mail.
• Conduct NY State Department of Motor Vehicle Searches on debtors and follow all protocols.
• Become a Notary Public and be available to notarize documents for the Student Recoveries Unit (SRU).
• Request Death Certificates for debtors believed to be deceased.
• Assist with electronic filing of litigation documents.
• Monitor SRU Call Center voicemail messages, make record of calls and forward messages to appropriate staff for follow up.
• Monitor SRU Email Line, make record and forward messages to appropriate staff for follow up.
• Assist with opening and closing of files.
• Serve as a backup for judgment enforcement legal work including the issuance of income executions, information subpoenas, and coordination of enforcement efforts with County Sheriff offices.
• Assist with compiling information necessary to respond to disputes from debtors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Reachable on the Department of Civil Service Eligible list for Program Aide.

OR

Eligible for a lateral transfer or eligible for transfer under 70.1 of the Civil Service Law by having one year of permanent competitive service in an appropriate title.

Additional Comments We are seeking talented and motivated support staff to work with our attorneys in the State’s law firm. The selected candidate will be part of a fast-paced office, gaining experience while providing public service on behalf of the State of New York. The Attorney General serves the public interest of all New Yorkers in matters affecting their daily lives, enforcing laws to protect consumers, tenants, patients, workers, investors, and charitable donors. The office coordinates statewide civil and criminal investigations, promoting economic and social justice, encouraging harm-reducing public health strategies, and preserving the state’s environment.

Careers with the State offer multiple benefits, including paid vacation leave (13+ days per year), sick leave, paid State holidays off, health insurance including vision & dental, entry into the NYS retirement (pension) system, education and training, eligibility for public student loan forgiveness, and job stability with promotional opportunities. Workplace flexibilities include multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.

HOURS
The agency's hours of operation are Monday through Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (37.5 hours/week). Scheduling determinations depend on the needs of each Bureau and will be communicated during interviews.


ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
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 (OSC) in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations, and negotiated union contracts.

The Office of the NYS Attorney General (OAG) cannot provide sponsorship for work authorization. Candidates need to be authorized to work in the United States to be employed by this agency. It is incumbent upon employees to maintain work authorization for the duration of their employment with the OAG. This agency does not participate in E-Verify for work authorization purposes.

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

Name Human Resources

Telephone (518)776-2500

Fax (518)915-7754

Email Address HR.Recruitment@ag.ny.gov

Address

Street Office of the New York State Attorney General

The Capitol

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12224

Notes on ApplyingIn your submission, you must provide sufficient information to determine from your resume and/or cover letter that you meet the minimum qualifications stated above. If a certificate or degree is required to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications, you must provide proof that you hold the required certificate or degree. To apply, please send your resume, cover letter, and a copy of your degree/transcript (if applicable) to HR.Recruitment@ag.ny.gov. Be sure to include the Vacancy #209771 and Title of the position in the subject heading of your email.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.