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Office Assistant 1 (Stores/Mail) (NY HELPS) - VID 226208

New York State Civil Service

Green Island, NYFull-time / Temporary$18.13/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$18.13/hr
Location
Green Island, NY
Schedule
Full-time / Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Office Assistant 1 (Stores/Mail) supports the New York State Office of General Services by handling telephone inquiries, processing incoming mail and packages, managing surplus property records, advertising items online, coordinating with the public and warehouse staff, conducting inventory counts, and utilizing Microsoft Office and web applications to maintain efficient office operations.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Telephone CommunicationMail HandlingRecord ManagementState Surplus Property DatabaseIntranet AdvertisingPublic CorrespondencePhysical Inventory CountingMicrosoft Office SuiteWeb‑Based Applications

Full job description

NY HELPS Yes

55-b/c Eligible Yes

Agency General Services, Office of

Title Office Assistant 1 (Stores/Mail) (NY HELPS) - VID 226208

Occupational Category Clerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary Grade NS

Bargaining Unit ASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range From $18.13 to $18.13 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Internship No

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address 25 Tibbits Ave.

City Green Island

State NY

Zip Code 12183

Duties Description Duties include but are not limited to:• Answer telephone and give information to callers, take messages, and transfer calls to appropriate individuals.• Open, read, route, and distribute incoming mail including small packages or other materials and answer routine inquiries.• Create, modify, maintain, and process records and transactions using the State Surplus Property Database (SSP) as well as the NYS Store’s online site. • Advertise surplus items on the intranet and track status;• Gather information and correspond with the public regarding questions on items offered for sale.• Process agency transfers, review storage receipts and communicate with warehouse staff.• Perform periodic physical inventory counts to verify the accuracy of surplus items in the State Surplus Database (SSP). • Operate various communication systems such as telephones and computers; and keep records of such communications. • Work professionally and effectively with various state agencies, municipalities, and the general public. Refer inquiries as necessary.• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications to perform other related duties as required.• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications There are no minimum education or experience requirements for this title.

Additional Comments The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants from all communities to apply. For a full version of OGS’s EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://www.ogs.ny.gov/employment.

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

Name Human Resources/ALG

Telephone 518-473-5282

Fax 518-486-1631

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM

31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12242

Notes on Applying Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications along with the month/year and, if less than full time, the average hours worked per week for each position listed. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.

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