Human Resources Specialist 2 (Testing)

New York State

  • Albany, NY
  • $86,773-108,413 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
  • Apply easily
Duties Description The Testing Services Division is responsible for the development, administration, scoring and validation of the examinations provided to the public for State agencies and local jurisdictions. To better serve New Yorkers and make civil service examinations more accessible and convenient for all, the Department is modernizing and transforming the way in which civil service examinations are held. As part of this new examination model, the Department is in the process of establishing 12 dedicated computer-based testing centers across New York State to provide all New Yorkers with the ability to participate in exams, including individuals who do not have access to a computer or Wi-Fi services.Under the general supervision of a Human Resources Specialist 4 (Testing), the incumbent of this position will be responsible for overseeing the Exams Scoring and Results Processing Unit (ESRPU). ESRPU processes all incoming test material and forms to compute final test scores, clears lists of candidate scores for eligible list processing, schedules candidate computational reviews, and other duties as assigned. Accuracy of work and timeliness in meeting deadlines are essential.Primary duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Provides day-to-day supervision, direction, and technical support to ESRPU staff; directly supervises Senior Administrative Analysts, and indirectly supervises Office Assistants 1, 2 and 3, and Program Aides assigned to the unit.
  • Establishes unit goals and objectives and enforces unit, division, and Department deadlines and standards.
  • Assigns and reviews staff work to ensure the completeness, accuracy, quality, efficiency, and timeliness of a wide variety of work transactions, processes, and reports.
  • Interviews, hires, and trains new staff. Provides ongoing staff development for all unit staff. Evaluates staff and completes performance appraisals in a constructive and timely manner.
  • Provides technical assistance and expertise on ESRPU issues to staff from the Department of Civil Service, Office of Information Technology Services, system and equipment vendors, and other supporting organizations.
  • Documents ESRPU policies and procedures. Identifies problems and opportunities for improvement in the processes, procedures, and outputs.
  • Responds to a variety of written and oral requests; provides narrative and data reports as requested.
  • Supports other activities of the unit.
Minimum Qualifications REASSIGNMENT QUALIFICATIONS:
Current Department of Civil Service employees with one year of permanent, contingent permanent, or 55 B/C service as a Human Resources Specialist 2 (Testing), if less than one year, you must be currently reachable on the Human Resources Specialist 2 (Testing) eligible list for the Albany location if one exists.COMPETITIVE QUALIFICATIONS:
You must be reachable on the current eligible list or eligible for transfer.52.6 TRANSFER QUALIFICATIONS:
One year of permanent, contingent permanent, or 55 B/C service in a title eligible for transfer and determined to be similar by Civil Service.For transfers, a list of approved titles is available through Civil Service GOT-IT at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/.PROVISIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Based on the results of the canvass of the current eligible list for the Human Resources Specialist 2 (Testing) position, the Department may elect to make a provisional appointment to this position rather than a permanent appointment should the eligible list have less than three candidates interested. If a provisional appointment is made, the appointed candidate will be required to compete in the next holding of the Human Resources Specialist 2 (Testing) exam and be reachable for appointment from the newly established eligible list.The minimum qualifications for Provisional appointment are:
  • One year of permanent, contingent permanent, or 55 B/C service as a Human Resources Specialist 1 (Testing); or Senior Administrative Analyst.
NON-COMPETITIVE PROMOTION (NCP) QUALIFICATIONS:
The Department of Civil Service is considering making a request to the Department of Civil Service to hold a non-competitive promotion examination for the above title in accordance with Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law if three or fewer interested promotional candidates respond to this notice. Before submitting such a request, we must ascertain if anyone meeting the minimum qualifications is interested in competing in a promotional examination for the above title and if they would accept appointment if offered. To qualify, you must be a current Department of Civil Service employee. If certified by Civil Service, mandatory reemployment list candidates must be considered first for appointment to this title. Please note this will be a competitive appointment. The term non-competitive refers to the appointed candidate not needing to compete in the next holding of the examination.The minimum qualifications for NCP appointment are:
  • One year of permanent, contingent permanent, or 55 B/C service as a Human Resources Specialist 1 (Testing); or Senior Administrative Analyst.
SUBSEQUENT 55B/C QUALIFICATIONS:
A subsequent 55 B/C appointment may be considered if you have one year of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55 B/C service in an eligible position allocated to Grade 21. To be considered, you must provide a copy of your letter of eligibility with your response.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.Additional Comments Please note, this position may require occasional weekend availability.#TeamCivilService is growing and is looking for motivated, forward-thinking employees to join our team to build a dynamic workforce. The Department of Civil Service is undertaking several initiatives to transform the way the agency delivers services to our partner agencies and to the public, and we are excited to be adding new members to the team. In addition to joining a growing team and agency, employees will also receive a comprehensive benefits package.The Department of Civil Service is the central personnel agency for the Executive Branch of New York State government, serving approximately 150,000 employees. Our mission is to build tomorrow's workforce today by promoting a diverse, inclusive, and talented workforce. We lead and deliver world-class workforce management strategies by providing innovative solutions based on merit, fitness, and equality of opportunity.Among its duties, the Department:
  • Partners with State agencies to offer workforce recruitment and placement services, including developing minimum qualifications, classifying positions, developing civil service examinations, and administering performance assessment tests.
  • Administers the New York State Health Insurance Program (https://www.cs.ny.gov/nyship/), one of the largest public employer health insurance programs in the nation, serving more than 1.2 million lives.
  • Assists municipal agencies with civil service administration of more than 360,000 local government employees.
  • Oversees the Governor's Program to Hire Individuals and Veterans with Disabilities (https://www.cs.ny.gov/rp55/) to place individuals with disabilities in State jobs and the New New York Leaders Initiative Student Intern Program. (https://nysinternships.cs.ny.gov/nnyl/)
NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: DCS employees may be approved for a maximum of 50% telecommuting, however, they are required to apply and obtain approval through management in accordance with DCS Telecommuting Program Guidelines.The Department of Civil Service is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability status, arrest record or criminal conviction history, or any other category protected by law.We are happy to provide reasonable and religious accommodations during the hiring process for those in need. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please send a request to YourFutureBeginsHere@cs.ny.govSome positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

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