Job Number2025-146Application Deadline11/30/2024Position Start Date12/2/2024
LOCATION: Career & Technical Education – Schoharie Campus
BASIC FUNCTION:
The work involves responsibility for independently performing complex clerical operations and administrative support tasks for a unit in a Division. Incumbents spend a substantial amount of time operating a personal computer and the rest of the time on routine administrative tasks to ensure the efficient workflow of the office. The work also involves responsibility for the entry and retrieval of information using software on a computer and using a computer to produce printed material such as letters, memoranda and forms. Incumbents work under general supervision receiving detailed instructions only where policies have not been determined. This class differs from that of Secretary II by the increased time spent on operating software and the more limited scope of duties and decision-making responsibilities. Does related work as required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
PROMOTIONAL: Twelve (12) months’ permanent competitive status as a Senior Typist or Senior Keyboard Specialist.
The selected applicant will be subject to a fingerprint supported criminal history background check in accordance with SAVE Legislation effective July 1, 2001. Candidates will not have to take an exam for this title. This is a NY HELPS (Hiring Emergency Limited Placement Statewide) Program designated title. NY HELPS is a temporary program designed to help local government employers address current staffing issues. Traditionally, the titles filled under the NY HELPS Program required job candidates to compete in a competitive exam to be considered for employment. For the duration of the program, this title will be classified as non-competitive and categorized as a HELPS Program position. At the close of the program, this position will revert to competitive class status. Employees occupying positions filled through the HELPS Program will be granted competitive class status without the need to participate in a competitive exam.