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Agency Labor, Department of

Title Project Coordinator

Occupational Category Other Professional Careers

Salary Grade Hourly

Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary Range From $43.33 to $45.38 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class "Other" (generally Military Law positions)

Travel Percentage 0%

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 Department of Labor

Harriman State Campus Bldg 12

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12226

Duties Description The Project Coordinator will play a pivotal role in assisting the Deputy Commissioner of Employment Security with Agency priority projects impacting all facets of the Unemployment Insurance Program. The role will comprise working on the following, but not limited to, and may include additional miscellaneous projects as needed:• Assist large team with launching of the Unemployment Insurance Modernization System: Coordinating short-term staffing plan for the date of the system going live for first time. Developing schedules, on call plans, and constant contact plan for trouble shooting as needed and servicing customer calls and inquiries. Serving as program lead, working with the Communications Unit, on the communication plan for internal and external stakeholders for program launch. Tracking pre-established to do list/Implementation Plan to ensure a successful launch and maintenance of the new system.• UI Services Policy and Program Support - Providing research and draft policy and procedure documents for the new UI system as directed by Senior Leadership• Manage program content on the Agency’s website to ensure all information is up to date and comprehensive for customer clarity• Manage the program content on the Agency’s intranet to ensure all information is up to date and accessible to staff for job-related and team building purposes• Produce program and leadership newsletters for posting on the agency intranet• Assist with drafting internal and external presentations for Leadership• Serve as the program liaison on behalf of the Deputy Commissioner for all Customer Service Initiatives driven by Executive leadership. Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Coordinate administrative activities and operations • Become a subject matter expert on the UI Program in order to best assist team with special project• Monitor progress of ongoing projects and provide updates. Ensure compliance with policies and regulations. Provide support to department and management. Prepare reports and documentation

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and three years’ experience or associates degree with six years combined experience in a lead role with project planning, creating project scopes, developing work breakdown structure, creating a project schedule and ensuring timelines are met. Responsible prioritizing tasks and identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies for successful project completion. Preferred Qualifications.• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders communicating project goals, progress and challenges.• Preparing and delivering presentations to large and small groups using PowerPoint. • Interpreting federal and state regulations for the purpose of educating and training fellow staff or stakeholders.• Good analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable plans. • Experience developing policies and procedures for new programs, preferably government funded programs.• Detail oriented and self-starter• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Additional Comments If you are a current NYS employee and have questions regarding salary, please contact the Business Services Center (BSC): 518-457-4272, [email protected] 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 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 (up to 40%) and alternative work schedules to eligible employees. 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.

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Name Olivia LaBay

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 All candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. These documents must be received by May 12, 2025 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 186500, Project Coordinator – 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 and Inclusion (ODEI), Building 12, Albany, NY 12226 (Phone (518) 457-1984 and/or fax (518) 485-2575.