Office Assistant 1 (NY HELPS), Central New York Psychiatric Center, Mid-State Satellite Unit, P27087

Office Assistant 1 (NY HELPS)

Are you interested in starting a career with New York State? Office Assistant 1 positions are entry level positions that provide excellent opportunities for advancement and professional growth. As an Office Assistant 1, you will perform a wide variety of clerical and administrative support activities, including :

• Data entry
• Maintaining files
• Answering phones
• Opening and sorting mail
• Scheduling meetings and interviews

Minimum Qualifications Candidates from outside State service may be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement - Statewide (HELPS) program. There are no education or experience requirements for an Office Assistant 1 position, but candidates must be able to read, write, and communicate in English. OR Candidates can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they are reachable on the current Beginning Office Assistant eligible list. OR Candidates from within State service may be considered for transfer to a competitive class position if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b / 55-c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.

Additional Comments All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including : NYS medical, dental, and vision insurance, access to tuition assistance programs, paid time off - 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave, NYS Retirement programs. A background check will be required. This position is at Central New York Psychiatric Center's Mid-State Satellite Unit located on the grounds of Mid-State Correctional Facility in Oneida County.

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