Administrative Assistant (Human Resources) - Academy Park

Monday - Friday

Management Confidential

The incumbent is responsible for making independent decisions on problems encountered within a delegated scope of activity. Work is performed under the general direction of the head of the department who reviews work through conferences and reports for adherence to departmental policies and standards.

Responsibilities:                              

• Provides general administrative assistance in areas of benefits, attendance and recruitment;
• Responsibilities include but are limited to:
  • Drafting letters
  • Answering phones and emails
  • Employment verifications
  • Compiling personnel folders
  • Data entry into the HRIS system
  • Maintaining attendance records
  • Related work as required

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of office management;
• Thorough knowledge of office terminology, procedures and equipment, including personal computers;
• Good knowledge of business arithmetic and English;
• Working knowledge of personnel administration;
• Ability to properly interpret relevant laws, regulations and policies, and make decisions accordingly
• Ability to relate to and communicate with the public, members of the department and representatives of other agencies in a professional manner;
• Ability to keep complex records and prepare reports;
• Courtesy and tact;
• Good judgment;
• Dependability;
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Senior Account Clerk - AP

Monday – Friday

APSUE JOB OPPORTUNITY 

This is an Open Competitive or Promotional Civil Service position for external and internal candidates*.

Appropriate examination for this title is required for permanent appointment.  For additional information and to apply for current Civil Service exams visit: https://jobs.albanyny.gov/exams

General Statement:

The Senior Account Clerk is responsible for supporting the biweekly payroll processing in a highly complex organization. Maintains payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data. Updates payroll records by entering changes in exemptions, insurance coverage, savings deductions, and job title and department transfers. Determines payroll liabilities by calculating employee federal income, state income, social security taxes, employer’s social security, and unemployment and workers compensation payments. Provides payroll information by answering questions, responding to requests and providing direct customer service to employees. Maintains payroll operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes.

The work is primarily of a routine nature and involves the application of standardized account keeping practices in maintaining and reviewing financial account and records. Account clerks usually work under general supervision of standard assignments in accordance with definitely defined procedures. Supervisors are available for consultation on unusual problems and provide instructions on all new or difficult assignments.

*Promotional opportunity for current APSUE Members in the following title(s): Account Clerk