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The date on which the vacancy post was submitted.Date Posted 01/14/25
The last date that applications will be accepted.Applications Due06/01/25
This is the unique identifier for this vacancy.Vacancy ID178267
Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPNo
The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyHealth, Department of
The job title for the vacancy.TitleStudent Assistant - 07142
The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide
The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary GradeNS
The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $16.50 to $16.50 Hourly
Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time
This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Temporary
Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 30%
This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri
The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No
If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No
If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No
If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No
The county in which the vacancy is located. County St Lawrence
The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address Center for Environmental Health - Canton District Office
58 Gouverneur Street
The city where the vacancy is located. City Canton
The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY
The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code13617
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Do you enjoy the outdoors and have a passion for environmental and public health? Make your summer count by working as a Student Assistant for the New York State Department of Health’s Center for Environmental Health (CEH)!
Student Assistants support the mission of CEH by performing a variety of administrative and environmental health functions during New York State’s summer season and beyond. Student Assistant positions assist CEH district office environmental health staff by performing a variety of critical administrative support functions. Positions may also perform environmental health inspection functions in the field for the purposes of ensuring compliance with the New York State Sanitary Code and environmental health regulations.
A Student Assistant 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 are available from May to September, with the potential opportunity to extend into Fall 2025.
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Candidates must be a matriculated college student. Documentation of current matriculation must be submitted with your resume.
Preferred Qualifications: The preferred candidate will be an undergraduate or graduate student interested in exploring a career in public/environmental health. They will have the ability to work independently and as part of a team; problem solve effectively; have 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 regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments Temporary, seasonal, non-competitive appointment opportunity. Salary determined by academic level. Hours worked and schedule are flexible and dependent upon assignment. Must maintain matriculated student status to retain employment.
Candidates that are currently employed by other New York State agencies or State University of New York campuses may be required to obtain dual employment clearance before hire.
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: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Human Resources Management Group, MRF/Summer2025/SA/CTN/7142
The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone 518-486-1812
The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax 518-473-3395
Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address resume@health.ny.gov
Address
The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217
The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Albany
The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY
The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 12237
Instructions for potential applicants.Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume, cover letter, and current matriculation as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference MRF/Summer2025/SA/CTN/7142 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, MRF/Summer2025/SA/CTN/7142, 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.