Hiring: Human Resources Specialist 1 (NY HELPS) - Vacancy ID#223171 Company: New York State Department of State Location: Albany, NY Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 12:33:23 Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Excel About the job Required Skills: •Excellent writing skills - must produce a writing sample. •It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration. •Interface directly with Divisions to identify staffing needs and solutions for hard-to-fill positions. •Confer with agency program managers and Department of Civil Service representatives on possible actions to meet specific recruitment needs. •Complete the position recruitment process including but not limited to preparing and posting job vacancies, reviewing applicant results and determining eligibility, canvassing appropriate eligible lists and reviewing hiring packets. •Interface directly with Divisions and provide aid concerning appointments, promotions, and transfers. •Assist applicants with eligibility, transfer, and appointment inquiries. •Review organizational relationships and the impact of changing programs on existing positions and organizational structures. Qualifications: •CIVIL SERVICE LIST APPOINTMENT: Candidates must be reachable on the appropriate Civil Service eligible list. •Permanent service in this title or one year of permanent competitive or 55-B/C service in a SG-12 title or higher and otherwise eligible for transfer under Civil Service Law. •A list of titles approved for transfer is available through Civil Service GOT-IT at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/. •Degree Substitution •An associate’s 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. •This position is eligible for 55B/C designation and candidates with 55B/C eligibility are encouraged to apply. Candidates must meet any open competitive minimum qualifications and must submit their current 55B/C eligibility letter along with their application. Compensation: •$59,204 - $87,034 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!