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Agency Labor, Department of

Title Immigrant Workers Specialist 1- Albany

Occupational Category Other Professional Careers

Salary Grade 18

Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary Range From $66951 to $85138 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 75%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 1220 Washington Ave

Building 12

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12226

Duties Description Standard Duties:• Provides outreach to agricultural employers and workers to inform them of theservices, resources and programs provided by DOL through field visits to farmsacross the state.• Reviews and investigates complaints against agricultural employers suspected ofviolating State labor laws and other regulations by interviewing employers,employees and witnesses.• Evaluates complaints based upon investigative findings and makes initialdeterminations and recommendations. Coordinates with other Departmentprograms to investigate and resolve complaints, and when necessary, forwardsinformation to enforcement agencies for determination and assessment of civilpenalties.• Follows up with workers to ensure resolution of their complaints and determineswhether satisfactory progress is being made and needed services are beingprovided.• Provides outreach to non-agricultural employers and workers to inform themof the services, resources and programs provided by DOL.• Holds workshops to enhance immigrant workers’ understanding of their rightsunder State and federal labor laws, rules and regulations, and ensures that theyare aware of the Department’s resources. Performs inspection and investigationactivities regarding employment and housing of farm workers to ensurecompliance with applicable regulations.• Provides technical assistance to agricultural employers seeking foreign labor andanswers questions on State and federal labor laws, rules, and regulationsregarding employment.• Determines whether customers are domestic, guest worker, year-round, migrant,or seasonal farm workers and explains their rights as farm workers and directsthem to supportive services in the area.• Maintains contact with community agencies, governmental agencies, andemployers to inform them of immigrant workers in the area and to collectinformation.• Attends immigrant community events and meetings to stay informed of currentnews, problems, trends and issues in immigrant communities.• Conducts community outreach activities and serves as DOL Liaison to immigrantworkers and related advocacy groups to identify and address their needs, priorities, and concerns; and ensures equitable access to Departmentprograms, services, facilities and other resources.• Establishes and maintains working relationships with other State and federalagencies to provide information to assist immigrant workers in gaining access toavailable programs and services.• Promotes the use of DOL programs and services in the rural sector with anemphasis on protecting the rights, safety, and dignity of immigrant farm workers.• Assists in developing awareness campaigns and assesses the services providedby the DOL targeted at existing and emerging immigrant populations.• Works with Department programs to translate brochures, pamphlets, posters,and other literature into languages spoken by immigrant and migrant populations.• Works to improve the cultural competency of Department staff to improveresponsiveness to the needs and interests of immigrant workers.• Targets outreach to immigrant populations statewide, based upon current censusdata, resettlement data and concentrations of effected populations• Measures effectiveness of the Department’s immigrant outreach efforts throughprocess and outcome evaluation.• Analyzes reports, census data, and other statistical information regardingimmigrant population trends, issues, and concerns.• Responds to correspondence, prepares letters, and issues papers regardingimmigration issues. Prepares reports and memoranda outlining immigrantworkers needs and concerns and describing the Department’s outreach activitiesand their outcomes.• In collaboration with various anti-trafficking coalitions and the internal LaborTrafficking Response Unit, educates the public about labor trafficking, and how toidentify trafficking victims and their families. Also works with the unit to identifyareas and individuals where attention and resources may be needed. Advocatesfor appropriate services for trafficking victims and their families.

Minimum Qualifications Non-Competitive Minimum Qualifications:A bachelor’s degree* and two years of experience** providing assistance, direction or support to improve, protect, and preserve the rights of workers and/or immigrants, or assisting clients in understanding and participating in public or private programs. The experience must include involvement in public education, communications, or community outreach activities.*Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States or its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. This information can be found at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. Candidates are responsible for the evaluation fee.**A master’s degree or law degree may substitute for one year of experienceNote: It is essential that you describe your qualifying education and/or experience as completely as possible on your application; your application should describe in detail the kind of service and information you provide to the general public. Omissions or vagueness may not be interpreted in your favor.Preferred Qualifications: Ability to initiate and maintain relationships across a diverse set of stakeholders.

Additional Comments Position specific job duties may include occasional altered work schedule or job assignments which require availability and willingness to work occasional evenings and/or out-stationed assignments.Candidates with no previous state service will begin at the starting rate of the salary range listed above. If you are a current NYS employee and have questions regarding salary, please contact the Business Services Center (BSC): 518-457-4272, [email protected] is available and can be discussed during the interview.Employment at the Department of Labor is contingent upon the maintenance of a valid work authorization and necessary documentation to work legally in the United States.Please note: Due to operational requirements and funding considerations of various divisions/positions, there could be occasions in the future where unit assignments may change. Should this occur, it will not impact your title, salary or location. Additional Comments: Use this space for any additional information you may need to add to posting.We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:• 13 paid holidays, 5 personal days, and a minimum of 13 vacation days per year• Paid sick leave (CSEA and PEF employees- 13 days; M/C employees- 8 days plus free enrollment into the Income Protection Program for short-term and long-term disability coverage).• Choice of several affordable and competitive health insurance plans• Dental and vision insurance plans at no additional cost• Membership in the NYS Employee’s Retirement System• NYS Deferred Compensation Investment Plan• Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) (full-time employees)• Eligibility to apply for tuition reimbursement for qualifying employees and courses• Paid Parental LeaveOur mission is to provide outstanding services to our customers—the workers and business that call New York home. We help New Yorkers find careers they will love. We build and support New York’s businesses. We empower and protect New York’s workers. To learn more about our mission and the exciting work of the DOL, please visit: https://dol.ny.gov/about-usDOL is committed to fostering employee engagement and work-life balance. We offer telecommuting and alternative work schedules to eligible employees. Eligible employees may be approved to telecommute, if operationally feasible, up to 2 days per regular work-week, and not to exceed 4 days per two-week pay period. Telecommuting can be discussed at the time of interview. Our exciting training and development opportunities, including Coursera and our formal Employee Recognition Program allow us to develop, recognize, and celebrate our workforce.Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, length of State service, and program area.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Travis Serson

Telephone (518) 457-1020

Fax EFax: [email protected]

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street Department of Labor/Personnel

Harriman State Campus Bldg 12 Rm 561

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12226

Notes on Applying Please submit a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the minimum qualifications, including specific experience with dates. It is essential to clearly describe qualifying education and experience when applying; vague or incomplete information may lead to disqualification. Unofficial transcripts and/or other documents will be required for certain positions as indicated in the minimum qualifications. PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to open documents from Google Docs, Google Drive, OneDrive, Apple Pages, and/or “the cloud”. Please submit resume as a Word or PDF attachment. These documents must be received by January 30th, 2026 and submitted via email to [email protected] or mailed to the NYS Department of Labor, Personnel Bureau, Building 12, Room 561, State Office Campus, Albany, NY 12226. You must include, Vacancy ID 207522, Immigration Workers Specialist 1 – Albany, in the subject line of your email. Failure to do so may result in a delay of processing your application.Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Department of Labor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS 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, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please contact: Department of Labor, Attn: Director, Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (ODEIA), Building 12, Albany, NY 12226 (Phone (518) 457-1984 and/or fax (518) 485-2575.)