John Robinson's Blog, page 32
September 5, 2017
New York State Weekly Job Posting AUGUST 24, 2017
The State of New York is working with Our Ability to build a talented and diverse pool of candidates for various current and upcoming state government positions. Interested candidates for any of these positions should submit their resume with the description of the job posting to info@ourability.com.
Candidates considered for any of these positions will be required to complete a financial disclosure form.
New Postings~ August 24, 2017
Agency
Position
Position Requirements
Projected Salary
Expiration Date
Children and Family Services, Office of (OCFS)
Cook Location: Columbia Secure Center
419 Spook Rock Rd.
Claverack, NY 12513
Columbia County
Minimum Qualifications:
Three years of experience in large-scale cooking, one year of which must have included regular supervision of subordinate employees or working inmates.
Typically, a Cook works under the direction of a Head Cook, and is responsible for the preparation of an entire meal on an assigned shift or for a specific type of cooking such as range cooking, baking or dessert cooking. Large scale is defined as 300 meals daily.
$37,998
9/6/2017
Corrections and Community Supervision, Department of (DOCCS)
Maintenance Assistant Location: Collins Correctional Facility (Erie County)
Minimum Qualifications: Two years of experience in mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled tradesman or completion of an appropriate two year technical school course.
$33,972
9/11/2017
Corrections and Community Supervision, Department of (DOCCS)
Cook Location: Coxsackie Correctional Facility (Greene County)
Minimum Qualifications: Three years of experience in large food service operation, offering a full range menu serving at least 300 meals daily, including one year experience in the supervision of subordinate employees or working inmates or patients. Completed academic work in a degree program for food management, or hotel management with a concentration in food preparation, may be substituted on a year for year basis, up to a maximum of two years, for the non-supervisory experience.
$37,998
9/11/2017
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August 7, 2017
Job Opportunity: Spina Bifida Association of Northeastern New York
Spina Bifida Association of Northeastern New York (SBANENY) is a small growing community-based
organization whose primary mission is to enhance the lives of people living with Spina Bifida. We
provide support services to individuals with Spina Bifida as well as their families and the professionals
who serve them.
JOB POSTING
Executive Director: Spina Bifida Association of Northeastern New York (SBANENY)
30 hours/week on average, includes some evenings and weekends
POSITION SUMMARY (Complete job description and application available at www.sbaneny.org)
The Executive Director of the Spina Bifida Association of Northeastern New York (SBANENY) is
responsible for the overall operational management of the SBANENY, including strategic plan
implementation, advancing the mission, programs and services, fundraising/development, finances (in
conjunction with the Board Treasurer), human resources, and communications. The Executive Director
reports to the Board of Directors.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling or Counseling related degree
required. Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling or related field
preferred.
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience working with people with disabilities.
Fundraising/development skills are essential – a solid experience in identifying, soliciting and
administering contributions from individuals, corporations, and foundations.
Management skills and experience in budgeting, planning, supervising and implementing
programs.
Management skills and experience in overseeing and providing direction for a professional staff.
Public affairs/public speaking experience.
Start Date: Position is available to be filled by the end of 2017
Salary Range: $22 to $25/hour
End Date: August 31, 2017
Date Posted: August 1, 2017
Applicants should submit a resume, application and three letters of reference with a cover letter to
SBANENY, 123 Saratoga Road, Scotia, NY 12302 or applications@sbaneny.org. Qualified candidates will
be contacted by phone.
New York State Weekly Job Posting AUGUST 3, 2017
The State of New York is working with Our Ability to build a talented and diverse pool of candidates for various current and upcoming state government positions. Interested candidates for any of these positions should submit their resume with the description of the job posting to info@ourability.com.
Candidates considered for any of these positions will be required to complete a financial disclosure form.
New Postings~ August 3, 2017
Agency
Position
Position Requirements
Projected Salary
Expiration Date
Children and Family Services, Office of (OCFS)
Youth Division Aide 2, (Hourly) Location: Brentwood Residential Center
1230 Commack Road
Dix Hills, NY 11746
Suffolk County
Minimum Qualifications:
One year of satisfactory full time experience* in the care and programming of youth** under 21 years of age;
Or one year of full time experience* in the care, programming and/or secure custody of residential clients in a health care, mental hygiene or correctional institutional setting;
Or high school graduation or equivalency diploma.
*Appropriate verifiable part-time experience will be accepted on a prorated basis.
**Direct –care experience with youth involved in the juvenile justice system or in an institutional, camp, school, community center, youth rehabilitation program, or residential center. Satisfactory completion of the probation period must include possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle legally in New York State.
$16.27/hour
8/16/2017
Empire State Development (ESD)
Senior Financial Analyst Location: NYC
Minimum Qualifications:
Education Level required: BA/BS. MBA desirable.
Relevant experience required: 5+ years of experience performing financial analysis of operating companies and/or underwriting of commercial loans.
Knowledge required: The ideal candidate will have sufficient knowledge to independently analyze/spread financial statements and draft concise analyses of credit. This will include extensive knowledge of financial accounting; strong analytic abilities; facility with financial modeling; and excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong Excel skills required.
up to $85,000
8/28/2017
Empire State Development (ESD)
Staff Accountant Location: NYC
Minimum Qualifications:
Education Level required: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
Relevant experience required: 3-5 years of accounting experience
Knowledge required: Excel, PeopleSoft Financial System helpful
up to $56,000
8/28/2017
Environmental Conservation, Department of
Laborer (Seasonal) Item# 42531 Location: Salmon River Fish Hatchery Oswego County
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: There are no education or experience qualifications for this position. You must be physically able to perform the duties assigned. Applicant must also be willing to travel overnight to assist with projects at other facilities.
Preferred Qualifications: Mechanical skills and ability to assist with minor repairs to hatchery equipment. The ability to perform oil changes and lubrication of equipment, basic welding, are a plus, as applicant will also be assisting in minor repairs to hatchery infrastructure. Knowledge of construction equipment/skid steers/tractors/small excavators/dewatering pumps/other small hand equipment and their operation is also desired. Basic carpentry skills is also beneficial as minor building repairs are needed to be performed on occasion.
$13.81 Hourly
8/8/2017
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July 27, 2017
New York State Weekly Job Posting JULY 20, 2017
The State of New York is working with Our Ability to build a talented and diverse pool of candidates for various current and upcoming state government positions. Interested candidates for any of these positions should submit their resume with the description of the job posting to info@ourability.com.
Candidates considered for any of these positions will be required to complete financial disclosure form.
New Postings ~ July 20, 2017
Agency
Position
Position Requirements
Projected Salary
Expiration Date
Corrections and Community Supervision, Department of (DOCCS)
Translator Location: DOCCS Central Office (Albany County)
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with a major in Spanish OR Bachelor’s degree in any field, supplemented by 12 credit hours in Spanish and one year of full time experience in translating from Spanish to English and from English to Spanish.
$44,565
8/9/2017
Corrections and Community Supervision, Department of (DOCCS)
Dental Hygienist Location: Cape Vincent Correctional Facility (Jefferson County)
Minimum Qualifications: Must have a license to practice as a Dental Hygienist in New York State.
$40,172
8/9/2017
Corrections and Community Supervision, Department of (DOCCS)
Electronic Equipment Mechanic Location: Watertown Correctional Facility (Jefferson County)
Minimum Qualifications: Must have four years of satisfactory experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic equipment. Examples of electronic equipment includes, but is not limited to, medical electronic equipment, scientific equipment, communication equipment, control equipment, and instrumentation. Substitution: Either 1. an associate’s degree in electronic technology or successful completion of a two-year technical professional certification program in the electronics field may be substituted for two years of the required experience;
Or 2. graduation from a high school technical electronics education program recognized by the New York State Education Department as meeting the standards for technical education may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
$40,172
8/9/2017
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June 19, 2017
New York State Weekly Job Posting JUNE 15, 2017
The State of New York is working with Our Ability to build a talented and diverse pool of candidates for various current and upcoming state government positions. Interested candidates for any of these positions should submit their resume with the description of the job posting to info@ourability.com.
Candidates considered for any of these positions will be required to complete financial disclosure form.
Agency
Position
Position Requirements
Projected Salary
Expiration Date
Children and Family Services, Office of (OCFS)
Plumber and Steamfitter Location: Industry Residential Center
375 Rush-Scottsville Road
Rush, NY 14543
Monroe County
Minimum Qualifications:
Plumber & Steamfitter, Grade 12: Successful completion of a NYS two-year Plumber& Steamfitter Traineeship or NYS two-year plumbing training program; OR successful completion of any equivalent plumbing two-year training or apprenticeship program; * OR four (4) years of full-time experience in plumbing under a skilled journey-level plumber which would provide training equivalent to that given in an apprenticeship program. Apprenticeship training in plumbing or training gained by completion of technical courses in plumbing at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
$40,172
6/28/2017
Children and Family Services, Office of (OCFS)
Assistant Counsel Location: Capital View Office Park-Legal Affairs
52 Washington Street
Rensselaer, NY 12144
Rensselaer County
Minimum Qualifications:
One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in this title or eligible for transfer via Section 52.6 of Civil Service Law.
OR
Candidates must have been admitted to the New York State Bar and must have had two years of experience in the practice of law subsequent to admission to the Bar.
Additional Info Preferred quals – knowledge of education law, confidentiality laws such as the Heath Information Portability and Accountability Act and the Personal Privacy Law, juvenile justice topics, and employee health and safety related topics.
$79,849
6/27/2017
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May 4, 2017
Job Opportunity: Cornell University – School of Industrial and Labor Relations
The School of Industrial and Labor Relations at Cornell University has an immediate opening for three faculty positions posted on Academic Jobs Online (AJO) for YTI
Extension Associate – Yang-Tan Institute
Position is located in Ithaca, NY, within the ILR School on the campus of Cornell University.
For More Information: Extension Associate
Interested parties should submit a vita and letter of application describing qualifications, research agenda, and teaching experience. Application materials should be submitted through Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jo...
Program Director of Transition and Educational Achievement
Position is located in Ithaca, NY, within the ILR School on the campus of Cornell University.
For More Information: Program Director of Transition and Educational Achievement
Interested parties should submit a vita and letter of application describing qualifications, research agenda, and teaching experience. Application materials should be submitted through Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jo....
Research Associate – Yang-Tan Institute
Position is located in Ithaca, NY, within the ILR School on the campus of Cornell University.
For More Information: Research Associate – Yang-Tan Institute
Interested parties should submit a vita and letter of application describing qualifications and research agenda, and teaching experience. Application materials should be submitted through Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jo...
April 24, 2017
Job Opportunity: National Grid Call Center Representative Level II
Please be advised, our DNY Union Recruiter has just posted our Call Center Representative Level II opportunity online externally. This posting will ONLY be open for several days.
Please encourage your students to apply ASAP. Applications will only be accepted ONLINE from our Careers page. This position is located in Brooklyn, N.Y and testing will be required for this position. Candidates must be 18 years of age or older and willing to consent to a background check/drug & alcohol test.
https://careers.nationalgridus.com/
Call Center Representative II (Local 101) – 20170892
About the Position:
This position is in our Customer Contact Center, answering customer inquiries regarding service, billing, and payments.
During your shift, you will be on the telephone talking with National Grid customers. Must be comfortable with heavy phone work, data entry, always demonstrating a helpful and pleasant attitude.
Must be willing to work shifts, which include weekends and most holidays. Nights may be the prevalent shift.
There is required training the first 3 -4 weeks of your employment
(Monday – Friday 8:30 – 5:15).
Hourly Rate: $15.00
Job Qualifications:
Must have at minimum a High School Diploma or GED.
This is a full time position of 40 hours per week.
Preference will be given to multi lingual candidates; Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Russian and those candidates with prior customer service experience.
Knowledge of arithmetic is required.
There are comprehensive benefits with this position available after 90 days of successful employment.
National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.
Job
: Customer Care
Primary Location
: NY-Brooklyn
Organisation
: Customer Care
Schedule
: Full-time
New York State Weekly Job Posting APRIL 20, 2017
The State of New York is working with Our Ability to build a talented and diverse pool of candidates for various current and upcoming state government positions. Interested candidates for any of these positions should submit their resume with the description of the job posting to info@ourability.com.
Candidates considered for any of these positions will be required to complete financial disclosure form.
Children and Family Services, Office of (OCFS)
Investigative Auditor Location: SIU
52 Washington St.
Rensselaer, NY 12144
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, accounting or closely related field and two years of investigative experience in the investigations of white collar crime, employee misconduct and fraud involving the collection and analysis of various types of business records.
OR
Six years of investigative experience with preference to those with experience in investigations of white collar crime, employee misconduct and fraud involving the collection and analysis of various types of business records;
-Ability to conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses, apply various statistical methods and formulas to discern and unravel complex interrelationships, recognize concealed or obscured associations and draw logical inferences and conclusions from multiple data sources for evidentiary purposes;
-Experience with computer forensics and interpretation of internet usage reports and systems access audit logs;
-Experience working as an auditor and preference to those with certifications in computer forensics.
$67, 104
5/4/2017
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April 19, 2017
Enterprise Holdings Disability Outreach Campaign
Enterprise Holdings, parent company of the Alamo Rent A Car, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National Car Rental brands, is asking for your input as they work to strengthen awareness of their company in the disability community. Enterprise Holdings has been working on a disability outreach campaign to attract jobseekers with disabilities to work for their company. Please take a few minutes to provide your feedback on their creative campaign and messaging from a jobseekers’ perspective. Your feedback and participation in this survey is anonymous and confidential.
Please click on this link to begin the survey. The survey will close on April 15th. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/EnterpriseABLE
On behalf of Enterprise Holdings, thank you in advance for your participation!
The Benefits of Non-Credit Classes
By Nicholas S., graduate student, SUNY Empire State College
April 5, 2017
Non-credit classes and volunteer work may be a great approach for some students and people in general with disabilities, people with limited time, people with limited money, people who are scared of student debt, people who don’t love taking tests and writing papers, or people who need a job right away.
If you need help locating volunteer work, Empire State College has a department that focuses primarily on this type of thing:
https://alumni.esc.edu/get-involved/volunteer/pay-forward-initiative/
If you need help locating non-credit classes that will be useful in the work world, SUNY Empire State College has some great ideas for just the right course that will help and will look good on your resume for almost any entry level office position. Some of these courses are:
Workplace Skills:
http://www.ed2go.com/esccwa/online-courses/individual-excellence?tab=detail
High Demand Entry Level Healthcare Skills:
http://www.ed2go.com/esccwa/online-courses/medical-terminology-word-association-approach?tab=detail
Entry Level Office Computer Programs:
http://www.ed2go.com/esccwa/online-courses/computer-skills-for-the-workplace?tab=detail
http://www.ed2go.com/esccwa/online-courses/microsoft-excel-2007-introduction?tab=detail
http://www.ed2go.com/esccwa/online-courses/microsoft-word-2007-introduction?tab=detail
Communicating Your Needs Through Creative Writing:
http://www.ed2go.com/esccwa/online-courses/write-your-life-story?tab=detail
Workplace Communication:
http://www.ed2go.com/esccwa/online-courses/interpersonal-communication?tab=detail
http://www.ed2go.com/esccwa/online-courses/keys-to-effective-communication?tab=detail
The classes offered are approximately $100 dollars and are six weeks long. Browse the courses listed in the Continuing Education Courses catalog below that meet your needs and interests:
https://alumni.esc.edu/discover-resources-benefits/benefits/continuing-education-courses/
SUNY Empire State College also has more selections for those who want to attend something for fun or in person through the Academy for Lifelong Learning:
https://www.esc.edu/media/esc-foundation/all/A.L.L.-Spring-2017-Brochure-12-13-2016.pdf
And lastly, doing a skill search can be extremely helpful in narrowing down your needs and interests in courses. See the Skill Search example below. The capital district has a large job market and if you plan on attending the upcoming Student Wellness Retreat, it’s a great way to network and learn more about courses!
