Office Assistant 1 at New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets

Syracuse, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Aug, 26

Salary

17.35

Posted On

11 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Administrative Support, Human Resources, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Applicant Tracking Systems, Payroll Support, Data Digitization, Confidentiality, Attention To Detail

Industry

Description

Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets! Join our team and become an integral part of a team dedicated to fostering a competitive food and agriculture industry that benefits both producers and consumers alike. Here, you can cultivate your career in a dynamic environment that values innovation, sustainability, and community engagement. With a wide range of opportunities spanning from environmental science to economic development, you can find your niche in public service and grow both professionally and personally. Embrace the chance to join our team, and you’ll not only reap a fulfilling career but also sow the seeds for a healthier, stronger New York. Position Information: Are you interested in gaining experience in human resources? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to help plan for the biggest event of the summer? The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking an Office Assistant 1 to work in the Human Resources Office at the Great New York State Fair! As an Office Assistant, you will be responsible for managing a variety of essential administrative tasks, including: * Answering incoming calls and responding to general inquiries. * Scheduling onboarding and processing appointments at an offsite location. * Assisting with Applicant Tracking System (ATS) password resets and basic access questions. * Supporting the preparation, distribution, and updating of payroll spreadsheets. * Facilitating hiring steps within the ATS program. * Digitizing all post-Fair paper documents from 2023-2025. * Collecting and tracking required forms. This is a temporary position located at the New York State Fairgrounds at 581 State Fair Boulevard, Syracuse, NY. We provide a professional and comfortable working environment with ample free parking. The position offers 20 - 37.5 hours per week with a pay rate of $17.35 per hour. This position has an end date of September 2026. Minimum Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: There are no minimum education or experience requirements for this title. Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have: * Six months of clerical experience. * Previous experience in Human Resources or similar occupation. * Proficient with computers and advanced understanding of Microsoft Office Applications: Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word. * Excellent attention to detail. * Experience maintaining employee confidentiality. * Ability to work under pressure with strict deadlines. * Previous experience using Applicant Tracking Systems. How to Apply: Candidates that are eligible and interested in being considered for appointment to one of these opportunities must use the below link to apply by: May 21, 2026. Within this online application please upload your resume, transcript, and cover letter. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Sacco in Human Resources at (518) 457-3216 or HarvestYourPotential@agriculture.ny.gov [HarvestYourPotential@agriculture.ny.gov]. The Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity, and reasonable accommodations and/or modifications as necessary, for qualified persons with disabilities. If you are in need of a reasonable accommodation, please visit: https://agriculture.ny.gov/employment-information [https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fagriculture.ny.gov%2Femployment-information&data=05%7C02%7CAshlie.Bloomfield%40agriculture.ny.gov%7C3e5b36614d884e42e43e08dd760f8119%7Cf46cb8ea79004d108ceb80e8c1c81ee7%7C0%7C0%7C638796531133779153%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=5eDOcrc6NTRPqpWCVl%2Bc0%2B7sOVMFZz63y0q7XzzIsAQ%3D&reserved=0].

Responsibilities

The Office Assistant will manage administrative tasks for the Human Resources Office at the Great New York State Fair. Key duties include handling inquiries, scheduling onboarding, processing payroll spreadsheets, and digitizing historical documents.