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NYS Department of Labor Training Specialist 1/Trainee 1/2- Albany in Albany, New York
37.5 hours per weekThis title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, if they meet the below NY HELPS minimum qualifications.NY HELPS Non-Competitive Minimum Qualifications:A bachelor's or higher degree.*It is expected that employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status in the future, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded 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. If you are interested in the NY-HELPS program, or this position, you may reply to this vacancy posting, or you may visit the New York State Department of Civil Service website at https://www.cs.ny.gov/help/ (copy and paste in browser) to register today, in three easy steps.Duties DescriptionAs a Training Specialist 1/Trainee 1/2 with Employee Development & Growth through Education (EDGE), the incumbent will design and deliver a variety of training courses to Department of Labor employees throughout the state. Trainings may include job specific and customized topics, including but not limited to workplace skills, management and supervisory training.The incumbent will also:• Support training efforts for the Unemployment Insurance Modernization Project• Assist in developing curriculum training projects pertaining to unemployment insurance• Draft and update training materials pertaining to Unemployment Insurance policies and procedures• Identify training needs, develop curriculum, and schedule training for staff• Participate in discussions/meetings with stakeholders to support new training procedures and solutions• Assist with development of informational material related to training procedures and solutions• Incorporate technology and web-based applications in design and delivery of training• Track and compile training metrics including course attendance and course completion, and course evaluationsAdditional CommentsCandidates with no previous state service will begin at the starting rate of the salary range listed above.If you are a current NYS employee and have questions regarding salary, please contact the Business Services Center (BSC): 518-457-4272, BSCHR@ogs.ny.gov.Telecommuting is available and can be discussed at the time of interview.We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:• 13 paid holidays, 5 personal days, and a minimum of 13 vacation days per year• Paid sick leave (CSEA and PEF employees- 13 days; M/C employees- 8 days plus free enrollment into the Income Protection Program for short-term and long-term disability coverage).• Choice of several affordable and competitive health insurance plans• Dental and vision insurance plans at no additional cost• Membership in the NYS Employee’s Retirement System• NYS Deferred Compensation Investment Plan• Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) (full-time employees)• Eligibility to apply for tuition reimbursement for qualifying employees and courses• Paid Parental LeaveOur mission is to provide outstanding services to our customers—the workers and business that call New York home. We help New Yorkers find careers they will love. We build and support New York’s businesses. We empower and protect New York’s workers. To learn more about our mission and the exciting work of the DOL, please visit: https://dol.ny.gov/about-usDOL is committed to fostering employee engagement and work-life balance. We offer telecommuting (up to 40%) and alternative work schedules to eligible employees. Our exciting training and development opportunities, including Coursera and our formal Employee Recognition Program allow us to develop, recognize, and celebrate our workforce.Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, length of State service, and program area.
Minimum Salary: 52198 Maximum Salary: 65001 Salary Unit: Yearly