Licensing Services Clerk (NY HELPS), Box OP-1955/19518

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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 VacancyDate Posted 03/25/26Applications Due04/08/26Vacancy ID212469BasicsScheduleLocationJob SpecificsHow to ApplyNY HELPYesAgencyEducation Department, StateTitleLicensing Services Clerk (NY HELPS), Box OP-1955/19518Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office AideSalary Grade09Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)Salary RangeFrom $42641 to $52413 AnnuallyEmployment Type Full-TimeAppointment Type Contingent PermanentJurisdictional Class Competitive ClassTravel Percentage 0%Workweek Mon-FriHours Per Week 37.5WorkdayFrom 9 AMTo 5 PMFlextime allowed? NoMandatory overtime? NoCompressed workweek allowed? NoTelecommuting allowed? YesCounty AlbanyStreet Address Office of the ProfessionsDivision of Professional Licensing ServicesCity AlbanyStateNYZip Code12234Duties Description For a list of duties that this title may perform please visit: https://www.cs.ny.gov/tsplan/tsp_display2.cfm?speccode=2525100FMinimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Candidates must be eligible for transfer or be reachable for appointment from the eligible list.§70.1 Transfer to Licensing Services Clerk: One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-07 or above deemed eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.§70.1 Transfer to Licensing Services Clerk Trainee: One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in title SG-06 or above deemed eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications and a current 55b/c eligibility letter.NY HELPSThis 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, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. 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 compete in an examination. 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.NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:* There are no education or experience requirements for Licensing Services Clerk.Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:For 55b/c appointment, candidates must possess the minimum qualifications, a current 55b/c eligibility letter and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.This position may be filled as a traineeship. The starting salaries for this position are outlined below. For current New York State employees, salary is based on the candidate's salary at the time of hire. Candidates appointed at the trainee level will be required to successfully complete the traineeship to advance to the full performance level title and salary.* $36,232 (Trainee 1- NS equated to SG-6)* $42,641 (Full Performance level SG-09)This position leads to a maximum salary of $52,413 based on annual performance advances and traineeship advances. For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate ($42,641) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contractsThis position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 30% each bi-weekly pay period.APPLICATION:Qualified candidates should e-mail their resume and letter of interest by April 08, 2026, to opjobs@nysed.gov. You must include the Box number (OP-1955/19518) of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify you for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by SED Personnel for your social security number to confirm your employment history.New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.Interested in a job with New York State, but don't know where to start?Visit these links for information on working for New York State:https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/https://www.cs.ny.gov/pio/publications/gettingajob.pdfGenerous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:Holiday & Paid Time OffThirteen (13) paid holidays annually.Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.Health Care BenefitsEligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.Additional BenefitsEnrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).Eligibility for various life insurance options.Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.Name Office of Human Resources ManagementTelephone (518) 474-5215Fax (518) 486-5631Email Address opjobs@nysed.govAddressStreet NYS Education Department89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528 EBCity AlbanyState NYZip Code 12234Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION:Qualified candidates should e-mail their resume and letter of interest by April 08, 2026, to opjobs@nysed.gov. You must include the Box number (OP-1955/19518) of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify you for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by SED Personnel for your social security number to confirm your employment history.