Office Assistant 1 (Keyboarding) - 6544

New York State Thruway Authority

Herkimer, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Communication Skills, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Environmental Health, File Systems, Health Department, Human Resources Management, Interpersonal Skills, Mail Processing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Public Health, Public Transport, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Telephone Skills, Telephone Triage, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Herkimer, NY
POSTED
30+ days ago

Skip to Content

Home How to Get a State Job FAQs Vacancies Search Vacancies Other State Listings

Helpful Links

Exam Announcements for the General Public Explore Opportunities Workers with Disabilities Program Reinstatement Salary Schedules Unions/Units Training and Development

Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person.

Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the "Contact" tab for the position.

Review Vacancy

Date Posted 01/20/26 Applications Due06/01/26 Vacancy ID207684

Basics Schedule Location Job Specifics How to Apply

NY HELPNo

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleOffice Assistant 1 (Keyboarding) - 6544

Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $16 to $16 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type

Temporary

Jurisdictional Class

Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 37.50

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Herkimer

Street Address Center for Environmental Health - Herkimer District Office 5665 State Route 5

City Herkimer

StateNY

Zip Code13350

Duties Description Seasonal Office Assistant 1 (Keyboarding) staff support the mission of CEH by performing a variety of administrative functions during New York State's summer season and beyond. Positions assist CEH district office environmental health staff by performing a variety of critical administrative support functions such as answering office telephones, triaging calls, sorting and distributing mail, filing documents, maintaining office file systems, and performing data entry. A seasonal Office Assistant 1 (Keyboarding) role provides interested individuals with the ability to gain real world experience in the field of public health through on-the-job training. Flexible opportunities begin in early May and extend through September 2026.

Minimum Qualifications There are no minimum education or experience requirements for this title. Candidates interested in this opportunity are encouraged to apply. Preferred Qualifications: The preferred candidate will be interested in exploring a career in public/environmental health; ability to work independently and as part of a team; effective problem solving skills; excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; strong interpersonal skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; experience with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel) and other computer programs as needed.

Additional Comments Temporary, seasonal, full-time, competitive appointment opportunity. This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htmIf you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.reasonable.accommodation@health.ny.gov to make a request.NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

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

Name Human Resources Management Group

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Room 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference MRF/Seasonal2026/OA1/HRK/6544 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, MRF/Summer2026/OA1/HRK/6544, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.

Printable Version

Become an Organ Donor - Enroll Today

FAQs  • Workers with Disabilities (55b/c) • Civil Service Exams State Agencies: Department of Civil Service • Office of the State Comptroller OER Link: Employee Unions and Bargaining Units Exam announcements • General Information about NYS Government

© 2026 NYS Department of Civil Service StateJobsNY 2026 NYS Department of Civil Service Accuracy • Privacy • Accessibility • Contact

About the Company

N

New York State Thruway Authority