Administrative Assistant 1, SG-11
About the role
This position is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). Under NY HELPS, the title may be filled via a non‑competitive appointment (no examination required) provided candidates meet the minimum qualifications. Employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non‑competitive status converted to competitive status within one year of appointment, after which they enjoy the same rights and privileges as other competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may participate in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
Requirements
- Trainee 1 – Six months of experience in administrative support, including use of office software (e.g., email, word processing), provision of customer service, business writing, and/or office administration. Completion of a set training and development program is required for advancement; after satisfactory completion of the 12‑month training at Trainee 1, automatic advancement to Trainee 2.
- Trainee 2 – One year of experience as described above. Completion of the set training and development program is required; after satisfactory completion of the 12‑month training as a Trainee 2, advancement to the full performance level occurs without further examination.
- Journey Level – Two years of experience as described above. Alternatively, a certification (e.g., IAAP Certified Administrative Professional) or an associate’s degree in office administration, secretarial science, administrative assistance, paralegal, business technology, or office technology substitutes for the two‑year experience requirement.
Pay
Salary: $42,209 (Trainee 1); $47,110 (Trainee 2); $49,841 – $61,076 (Journey Level). Appointment Status: Permanent. Please note that a change in negotiating unit may affect your salary, insurance and other benefits.