Human Resources Specialist 1/ Trainee 1/2 (NY HELPS), WCB Item #2628

$51,920 - $80,860/Yr

State of New York - Schenectady, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Schenectady, NY

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Human Resources Specialist 1/Trainee position at the New York Workers' Compensation Board involves coordinating recruitment efforts and providing assistance to employees and program managers. The role includes a variety of recruitment activities, ensuring compliance with policies and laws, and serving as a primary contact for personnel inquiries. The position may require a two-year traineeship leading to a permanent role, with opportunities for professional growth and development within the agency.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of recruitment activities to provide program managers with a qualified candidate pool.
• Ensure that appointments are made in accordance with policy and Civil Service Law.
• Conduct research and analysis to develop agency requests for classification, reclassification, reallocation, and earmark release.
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of employee, supervisory, and staffing issues in assigned program areas.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for personnel questions and problems, assisting program area managers, supervisors, and employees.
• Monitor employee status ensuring appropriate transactions are processed.
• Keep abreast of program goals and alert supervisor of emerging problems.
• Conduct research and represent the Board at scope conferences.
• Maintain, update, and file employee records, classification packages, and documentation of non-routine decisions.
• Participate in special projects within Human Resources or in intra-agency or inter-agency work groups.

Requirements

• Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree or higher.
• For Trainee 2, a bachelor's degree and one year of professional human resources experience is required.
• For Human Resources Specialist 1, a bachelor's degree and two years of professional human resources experience is required.
• A Juris Doctor, master's, or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in recruitment and human resources management.
• Knowledge of Civil Service Law and policies.

Benefits

• Telecommuting options available.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.