Job Information
New York State Civil Service Park and Recreation Aide 5 - Human Resources Bureau in Albany, New York
NY HELP No
Agency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Title Park and Recreation Aide 5 - Human Resources Bureau
Occupational Category Clerical, Secretarial, Office Aide
Salary Grade Hourly
Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary Range From $20.45 to $20.45 Hourly
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Labor Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 8:30 AM
To 4:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Albany
Street Address Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
625 Broadway
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12238
Duties Description Under the direction of higher-level Human Resources staff in the OPRHP Main Office - Human Resources Bureau, the selected candidate’s duties will include, but are not limited to:• Answer and direct incoming phone calls, take messages, and respond to basic inquiries.• Prepare, sort, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and internal correspondence.• Schedule and coordinate meetings.• Attend meetings, take notes, and distribute meeting notes• Accurately enter and update information into databases and spreadsheets.• Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems for easy retrieval of information.• Support other departments with administrative tasks and special projects as needed• Additional duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications There are no minimum qualifications per Civil Service.
Additional Comments Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint, and WebEx.• Ability to learn new computer applications.• Experience managing multiple priorities.• Ability to communicate with diverse individuals effectively and professionally on varying levels, both within an agency as well as outsize organizations.Benefits:This position has the option to join the NYS Employee’s Retirement System and is eligible for health insurance, dental and vision coverage. There is opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time & service requirements has been met.
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Name OPRHP Human Resources, Employee Relations Bureau
Telephone
Fax
Email Address Employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street 625 Broadway
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12238
Notes on Applying All candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter for the position. These documents must be received by April 9, 2026, and submitted via email to employment@parks.ny.govYou must include "Park and Recreation Aide 5 - Human Resources Bureau" and the Vacancy ID number in the subject line of your email. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for the position.Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.Executive Order 31 commits New York State government to becoming a model employer for people with disabilities, increasing the participation of people with disabilities in state service and ensuring equal access to opportunities. OPRHP encourages people with disabilities to apply. If an employee or job applicant believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the Equal Opportunity Unit at ReasonableAccommodation@parks.ny.gov or (518) 486-7754.