Office Assistant 2 (NY HELPS)

New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets•Albany, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking an Office Assistant 2, SG-9 in their Division of Milk Control and Dairy Services to work in Albany, NY. The Office Assistant 2 will provide administrative support for our compliance and enforcement unit. Tasks include but are not limited to: monitoring a shared email-box, sorting laboratory reports, email communications, processing non-violation letters, printing and mailing inspection reports, filing, sorting and distributing mail, phone coverage as needed, creating or assisting in the preparation of letters, and other duties as assigned. The Office Assistant 2, SG-9, is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday. The position will be based in our Albany office located at 10B Airline Dr., Albany, NY 12235. We are conveniently located near the Albany International Airport and provide ample free parking and a comfortable work environment. Opportunities for telecommuting are available in accordance with the agency’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

Requirements

One year of clerical experience.

Responsibilities

Monitoring a shared email-box
Sorting laboratory reports
Email communications
Processing non-violation letters
Printing and mailing inspection reports
Filing
Sorting and distributing mail
Phone coverage as needed
Creating or assisting in the preparation of letters
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Cost-effective health insurance options
Fully covered dental and vision care
Participation in the secure New York State Pension Plan
Ample paid time off
5 personal days in the first year
13 vacation days in the first year
13 sick days in the first year
13 paid holidays in the first year
Optional Payment Election Program
Deferred Compensation Plan
Flex Spending Account
NY's 529 College Savings Program
Potential qualification for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)