Human Resources Specialist 1/Trainee 1/2 - HELPS

Duties Description:

The Human Resources Specialist 1/ Trainee 1 /2 will assist in the implementation of new and existing best practices to foster inclusive company culture and help the New York State Insurance Fund achieve its goals related to diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
•Coordinating NYSIF Statewide cultural events and employee appreciation programs
•Preparing employee communications and presentations
•Assisting with regulatory workforce data collection, analysis and reports
•Preparing and conducting surveys
•Representing NYSIF within and outside the agency by attending and participating in external diversity conferences and organization events
•Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
 

Minimum Qualifications:

For Trainee Level Appointment:
•Reachable on current Civil Service eligible list for this title; OR
•One year of permanent, competitive class service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 or Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law. Titles eligible for transfer to the Trainee level include, but aren’t limited to: Administrative Assistant 1 and 2, Program Aide, Office Assistant 3, Office Assistant 3 (Calculations), Office Assistant 3 (Human Resources); OR
•A bachelor’s degree.

For Journey Level Appointment (SG 18):
•Reachable for appointment to journey level on current Civil Service eligible list used for filling this title; OR
•One year of permanent, competitive class services as a Human Resources Specialist 1; OR
•One year of permanent, competitive class service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 or 52.6 of the Civil Service Law. Titles eligible for transfer to the Journey level include, but are not limited to: Administrative Specialist 1, Business Systems Analyst 1, Claims Services Representative 1, Contract Management Specialist 1, OR
•A bachelor's degree and two years of *professional human resources experience.

* A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.

Please be advised that the New York State Insurance Fund does not offer sponsorship for employment visas to employees or potential employees. Candidates sponsored for employment by an organization should be aware of their sponsorship status and the relevant expiration date(s) of that sponsorship before applying to this position.