Office Assistant 1 (Keyboarding)

NY HELP NoAgency Health, Department ofTitle Office Assistant 1 (Keyboarding) - 6563Occupational Category Clerical, Secretarial, Office AideSalary Grade NSBargaining Unit ASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)Salary Range From $16 to $16 HourlyEmployment Type Full-TimeAppointment Type TemporaryJurisdictional Class Competitive ClassTravel Percentage 0%Workweek Mon-FriHours Per Week 37.50WorkdayFrom 8:30 AMTo 4:30 PMFlextime allowed? NoMandatory overtime? NoCompressed workweek allowed? NoTelecommuting allowed? NoCounty St LawrenceStreet Address Center for Environmental Health - Canton District Office58 Gouverneur StreetCity CantonState NYZip Code 13617Duties Description Seasonal Office Assistant 1 (Keyboarding) staff support the mission of CEH by performing a variety of administrative functions during New York State’s summer season and beyond. Positions assist CEH district office environmental health staff by performing a variety of critical administrative support functions such as answering office telephones, triaging calls, sorting and distributing mail, filing documents, maintaining office file systems, and performing data entry. A seasonal Office Assistant 1 (Keyboarding) role provides interested individuals with the ability to gain real world experience in the field of public health through on-the-job training. Flexible opportunities begin in early May and extend through September 2026.Minimum Qualifications There are no minimum education or experience requirements for this title. Candidates interested in this opportunity are encouraged to apply. The preferred candidate will be interested in exploring a career in public/environmental health; ability to work independently and as part of a team; effective problem solving skills; excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; strong interpersonal skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; experience with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel) and other computer programs as needed.Additional Comments Temporary, seasonal, full-time, competitive appointment opportunity. This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email to make a request.NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.Name Human Resources Management GroupTelephone 518-486-1812Fax 518-473-3395Email Address AddressStreet Room 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State PlazaCity AlbanyState NYZip Code 12237Notes on Applying Please submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to , with Reference MRF/Seasonal2026/OA1/CTN/6563 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, MRF/Seasonal2026/OA1/CTN/6563, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.

Created: 2026-03-04