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Review Vacancy
Date Posted 07/13/26
Applications Due07/23/26
Vacancy ID219829
NY HELPYes
AgencyMotor Vehicles, Department of
TitleHighway Safety Program Analyst 1, G-18 or Highway Safety Program Analyst Trainee 1/2, G-NS (NY HELPS - NO EXAM REQUIRED)
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary Grade18
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $53764 to $85138 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-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 6 Empire State Plaza
Swan Street Building
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12228
Duties Description The Highway Safety Program Analyst 1 (HSPA 1) in Driver Training Programs is responsible for administering and supporting the regulatory oversight of New York State driving schools. The position analyzes driving school investigation reports and violations to determine appropriate enforcement actions and evaluates applications to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and departmental policies.
Duties of the Highway Safety Program Analyst 1 or Trainee 1/2 position include but are not limited to:
Minimum Qualifications To be eligible for this position, you must meet one of the following conditions:
NY HELPS*:
For Highway Safety Program Analyst 1, G-18: Six years of experience planning, administrating, monitoring, and evaluating a wide range of traffic safety, alcohol and drug rehabilitation, and driver safety education program activities.
For Highway Safety Program Analyst Trainee 2, G-NS (Equated to G-16): Five years of experience planning, administrating, monitoring, and evaluating a wide range of traffic safety, alcohol and drug rehabilitation, and driver safety education program activities.
For Highway Safety Program Analyst Trainee 1, G-NS (Equated to G-14): Four years of experience planning, administrating, monitoring, and evaluating a wide range of traffic safety, alcohol and drug rehabilitation, and driver safety education program activities.
Substitution: An associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor's degree may substitute for four years of experience; a master's degree may substitute for five years of experience; and a doctorate may substitute for six years of experience.
Advanced NY HELPS placement for this title may be possible with proof of professional experience relating to the title being posted and can be discussed at time of interview.
Transfer:
One year of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55b/c service allocated to a G-11 or higher eligible for transfer under Section 52.6 or Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law, or currently serving in the title and eligible for reassignment.
Reinstatement:
If you previously served in this title or in a title otherwise transferable to this title, you may be considered for reinstatement pursuant to Civil Service Law, if it is in the best interest of the agency. If you left state service more than one year ago, the reinstatement must also be approved by the Civil Service Commission. All reinstatements must serve a mandatory 52-week probation period.
55b/c Appointment:
This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and candidates with 55b/c eligibility are encouraged to apply. Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications stated above and must submit their current 55b/c eligibility letter along with their application.
At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, WITHOUT HAVING TO TAKE A CIVIL SERVICE TEST. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
Additional Comments Hours of the position will be discussed at the time of interview, including questions regarding Flextime, AWS/Compressed work week and Telecommuting.
There are many benefits to working for the DMV! Including:
o Paid Leave
o Paid Holidays
o Pension
o Health Insurance
o Dental & Vision Coverage
o Flex Spending
o Voluntary 457B Retirement Saving Program
o Health Care Spending Account
o Tuition Assistance Programs
o Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
o Transportation Savings Program
o Employee Assistance Programs
For additional information about the benefits of being a state employee, visit the Office of Employee Relations website at https://oer.ny.gov/employee-benefit-programs.
The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is committed to being a model employer for people with disabilities. DMV's commitment includes ensuring that the recruitment, application, interviewing and hiring processes are accessible to all job applicants. If you are a job applicant who may need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact ReasonableAccommodations@dmv.ny.gov
DMV is committed to diversity and equal opportunity, and to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply, including people with disabilities or any other protected category under the law. Our goal as an employer is to reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and customers we serve.
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Name Lauren Brown
Telephone
Fax
Email Address Lauren.Brown@dmv.ny.gov
Address
Street 6 Empire State Plaza
Swan Street Building
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12228
Notes on ApplyingSend a cover letter, referencing the Vacancy ID noted at the top of this posting, along with your clear and concise resume stating your current Civil Service title, if applicable, and indicating how you believe you meet the qualifications for appointment.
Please note: Candidates applying from outside DMV may be asked for their Social Security number to verify NYS employment history and transfer eligibility. Should you accept a job offer with the Department of Motor Vehicles, your appointment will be contingent upon completion of fingerprinting and background check (DMV covers the cost).
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