Job Opportunities for the week of September 7th

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Membership and Events Coordinator for the New York Association of Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services, Inc.

Position Summary: Playing a key role in the public presentation of the organization, the Membership and Events Coordinator will aid in and provide administrative support for the planning and execution of events, marketing strategy, and member retention initiatives. This position regularly engages with external members and event participants regarding the NYAPRS mission. The ideal candidate must possess the capacity to use judgment and discretion regularly, as well as a certain degree of system knowledge, creativity, and flexibility.

Major Responsibilities/Activities: Maintains donor records, solicits and acknowledges donations, and prepares advertisements or correspondence regarding NYAPRS and its programs; may arrange and attend meetings with donors and prospective donors; Prepares, maintains, and disseminates information regarding NYAPRS and its events through a variety of media forms including print and electronic (website, social media, e-news); helps maintain a favorable public image for NYAPRS; Manages the strategy and planning of meetings and special events for NYAPRS; coordinates amenities and accommodations for events; makes recommendations and monitors event budgets and negotiates all necessary contracts; Helps coordinate fundraising strategies and aids in most aspects of fundraising programs; assists in the development of fundraising goals and solicits funds to meet these goals; helps to identify new donors and organizes initiatives to solicit funding; may assist in developing major gift opportunities and writing grant proposals; Develops and promotes NYAPRS brand to enhance public image and foster consistency; performs regular review of presentation and/or promotional materials, etc.; Regularly arranges meetings, teleconferences, and appointments without clearance based upon project demands; Prepares reports, presentation materials, summaries, or replies to inquiries as needed; may assist in research, analysis and interpretation of data when required; Regularly performs a broad range of administrative support functions requiring initiative, judgment, and independent decision-making; Coordinates, handles, and/or completes other projects as directed by supervisor.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years not-for-profit experience required. 3+ years demonstrated progressive administrative experience. Highly organized with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Strong proofreading and editing skills. Ability to research, analyze and interpret information. Data management experience including entry, analysis, and manipulation. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with public mental health services; Event-planning experience; Public relations or advertising experience; Familiarity with website maintenance; Lived experience with the mental health system.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and wage requirements by E-mail or to: NYAPRS, Director of Human Resources, 194 Washington Avenue, Suite 400, Albany, NY 12210.

Community Health Worker at the Albany County Department of Health

Public Health Aide (Community Health Worker)
Albany County Department of Health – Nursing Division
Non-Competitive Position
Work Location: 175 Green Street, Albany, NY 12202

Duties: Establish positive, productive, and professional relationships with clients assigned by the supervisor; Utilize appropriate curricula and support materials to provide accurate and relevant on parenting and health related topics to clients; Model and demonstrate problem solving and decision making skills to facilitate families learning to solve their own problems; Assist families in becoming more discerning consumers of community services, (i.e., help them articulate their questions, assert their needs and desires, and learn to advocate for themselves) and identify and use support available through information network; Assist families to maximize social and emotional strengths and physical health; Develop, with supervisor oversight, an individual family support plan for each family; Ensure that families have identified a primary health care provider and that family members are receiving essential medical services; Assess family functioning and make appropriate referrals for additional resources and services as necessary. Serve as advocate/liaison between other service providers; Work effectively with employees from other agencies and members of community groups; Give presentations to other organizations regarding program; Conduct case finding, including street outreach, health fair participation, and general outreach activities which identify families to who program services will be offered.

Please direct resumes and cover letters to Madeline Kennedy, LMSW, BSW via E-mail or call 518-447-4588 with any inquiries.

Membership & Outreach Manager for the Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York

Reports To: Director of Membership & Outreach Office
Location: Albany Office

Position Summary: The Membership & Outreach Manager drives strategic initiatives to expand awareness of Girl Scouts and grow GSNENY’s membership. She/he is responsible for the recruitment of adult volunteers and prospective girl members by identifying venues and opportunities for prospective member engagement. The Membership & Outreach Manager represents and extends Girl Scouts in the community through coordination & implementation of strategic relationship building and partnerships as well as engagement with civic/community groups, schools & colleges, and individuals to ensure that Girl Scout opportunities are accessible for girls and adults. She/her will also provide support to current adult volunteers with recruitment goals, plans, and activities.

Characteristics: Ability to create new initiatives and strategies; The ability to work cooperatively with diverse populations and personalities; Must have superior public speaking skills and comfort addressing external groups
Ability to handle multiple priorities effectively; Seeks and accepts opportunities for professional growth and development; Ability to model behavior consistent with the Girl Scout Mission, Promise & Law, and GSNENY values.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in one of the following disciplines preferred: Communications, Human Services or related field; Excellent inter-personal skills, communication skills, and team based projects; Strong background in MS Windows computer programs; Current valid driver’s license, proof of vehicle insurance, and vehicle availability; Available for evening and weekend programs; willingness to work a flexible schedule and travel primarily throughout the Council’s geographic area.

If you are interested in pursuing career opportunities with GSNENY, please submit your resume and cover letter with salary history and 3 references via E-mail or by Mail to: Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York, ATTN: Human Resources, 8 Mountain View Avenue, Albany, NY 12205.

Aquatics Director – Southern Saratoga YMCA

The Southern Saratoga Branch of the Capital District YMCA is looking for an energetic, Cause Driven leader to fill the position of Aquatics Director. The incumbent will be committed to providing our community with vital, life-saving aquatics programs for all ages while leading and training the best lifeguards and swim instructors in the Capital District. The Aquatics Director manages the aquatics department, which includes the operation of the pool, aquatics programs, staff and budget management.

We’re looking for a dynamic individual dedicated to maintaining and growing a robust aquatics program, serving Troy and our surrounding communities. Programming includes swimming lessons for all abilities and ages, aquatic fitness programs for teens, adults and active older adults. Lifeguard training programs, community CPR and first aid programs, water safety presentations, in addition to providing CPR/First aid trainings for the other departments at the branch.

Job Requirements: Certifications: First Aid, AED, CPR for the professional rescuer (or equivalent), Lifeguarding, Water Safety Instructor (or Equivalent), and Lifeguard Management (or Equivalent); BA/BS in Physical Ed, recreation, or related experience preferred; Minimum of three years’ experience in an aquatics program; Must be a progressive swimming instructor; Knowledge of aquatic Fitness programs; Excellent human relation skills, good organizational and communication skills; Knowledge and commitment to the mission of the YMCA.

This full-time salary position comes with a benefit package including, 403B plan and 12% company contribution to retirement. Annual Salary Range: Mid $30’s.

Letters of interest and resumes should be submitted to by September 30, 2014 by E-mail or by mail to: Sarah Heslin, Director of Operations, Capital District YMCA – Southern Saratoga Branch, 1 Wall Street, Clifton Park, NY 12065.

Schenectady Police Officer Exam Information Session

You are cordially invited to an information session for the upcoming City of Schenectady Police Officer Exam.

The event will be held on September 8th from 6 to 7:30 PM at the Steinmetz Family Investment Center, 120 Emmons Street, Schenectady, NY. Officers will be present to answer your questions. Please RSVP to Michele Alois or Miriam Cajuste. Women and Minorities are strongly encouraged to attend.

Schenectady police officer exam

New Job Announcements as of August 24, 2014

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Capital District YMCA Human Resources (HR) Coordinator

Under the direction of the Vice President of HR, the HR Coordinator is responsible for various administrative functions to support the Human Resources functions and the Administration office of the YMCA.

Requirements:

AAS in Business, Human Resources or related field preferred. High School degree required. Prior HR or administrative experience helpful; Demonstrated computer knowledge of Microsoft Office software; Mathematical aptitude and attention to detail required; Must place a high priority on confidentiality, attention to detail communication and
professional demeanor; Must be able to work cooperatively with management, staff and volunteers at all levels
of the Association; Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of the YMCA and its capacity to build
strong kids, families and communities. The ability to articulate and model YMCA’s four core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibilities are essential.

Pay Range: $12.50 – 14.50 per hour Application deadline: September 5, 2014 Please forward all resumes and applications to:

John J. Hayden, Vice President of Human Resources Capital District YMCA
465 New Karner Road
Albany, NY 12205
Telephone: 518-640-1940
Fax: 518-640-1998
E-mail

Executive Director – YMCA Troy Family branch

The Capital District YMCA, one of the 35 largest YMCAs in the US is seeking to fill the position of Executive Director at its Troy Family branch. This position administers the business operations and programs of the Troy Family branch of the Capital District YMCA. We are looking for an Executive Director who can create a culture of excellence within the YMCA, guide us into the future, help us support our membership and strengthen our position as the largest membership-based, community service organization in the area. The Troy Family branch has a budget of $1.5 million, a dedicated full-time staff of 18 and part-time staff of 85.

We seek an enthusiastic, well-organized, self-motivated individual capable of developing and providing visionary leadership and mobilizing community resources. Highly motivated volunteers want a dynamic leader capable of assuming a high-visibility role in the community and moving the Branch to the next level. Position requires demonstrated success with operations and fiscal management, membership and program planning and development, annual campaign, staff development, board and volunteer relations, and the development of strong community relationships.

Flexibility and the ability to think analytically and critically, multi-task, work independently, and problem solve are imperative. Relationship building and fundraising skills are critical along with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

This position requires a minimum of 3-5 years in a leadership position, a 4-year degree is preferred, and YMCA Senior Director, Multi-team or Branch Leader Certification. Experience with growing and retaining membership, background in program development and proven record of building community support through fundraising is necessary.
The Troy Family branch is focused on Membership, Wellness, Aquatics, School Age Child Care, Youth and Teen programs & sports, and summer day camp. The branch currently has 4,250 members.

If you have a desire to serve; proven experience in operations management and have what it takes to develop a willing and eager staff, create a compelling vision for the future while maintaining a fiscally sound management approach, this position may be right for you. A strong commitment to the YMCA mission and values is a must.

Salary: $Mid 60’s to low 70’s.

To apply, mail resume and cover letter to:

John J. Hayden, Director of Human Resources
Capital District YMCA
465 New Karner Road
Albany, NY 12205
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Resumes accepted until September 8, 2014.

New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) – Assistant in Educational Services

Department: Research and Educational Services
Category: PSA Category B
Salary: To be determined, commensurate with experience

The NYSUT Research and Educational Services Department is seeking an individual with extensive experience in the education of English language learners (ELL).

Job Responsibilities: Assist with reviewing and analyzing policy, laws, and regulations regarding current educational issues including those related to English language learners, special education, and early childhood education; Provide technical assistance to NYSUT members on issues related to English language learners and early childhood education; Assist NYSUT’s English Language Learners and Early Childhood Committees: prepare committee reports, including recommendations, and prepare materials for committee meetings; Prepare briefing papers, reports, and correspondence on educational issues; Assist in developing and conducting professional development related to ELLs and early childhood education.

Job Qualifications: At least five years experience in the area of programs and services for English language learners; (Preference will be given to candidates with dual language/bilingual program experiences); Experience with statewide organizations related to the education of ELLs and early childhood education; Detailed knowledge of ESEA assessment and accountability systems involving ELLs; Detailed knowledge of New York State’s learning standards especially in the areas of reading and language arts and their application to ELLs; Solid understanding of early childhood education; Strong skills in written and oral communication; Ability to work collaboratively as a team member; Ability to exercise professional judgment in coordinating multiple assignments with varying deadlines in a fast-paced environment; and Solid understanding of union organizations and activities.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume by September 2, 2014 to NYSUT Human Resources via electronic submission.

The Schenectady County Working Group on Girls – Part-time Administrator

The Schenectady County Working Group on Girls (Working Group on Girls of Schenectady) is seeking a part-time administrator to work with a group of dedicated volunteers who provide programs to middle and high school girls in the Schenectady City Schools. The programs are designed to support girls and encourage them to develop healthy relationships, create future visions for their lives and complete school.

The administrator will work with volunteers on the implementation of Girls’ Day Out, Girls’ Circles, Celebration Dinner program, and other events to support girls in the Schenectady City School system. The administrator will work approximately 20 hours per week (more in late summer, fall/early winter, and less in winter/spring/summer). We are seeking someone who is inclusive and friendly, flexible and a team player; understands and supports our mission; has data base management experience, good writing and speaking skills, strong organizational ability, budget experience; and is timely, responsible and attentive to detail. Additional details about the duties of this position are available at WGG’s website.

Interested applicants, please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references by E-mail no later than August 29, 2014.

The WGGS mission: “Working together to put the spotlight on girls, facilitate programs on their behalf and educate the community about their needs, challenges, opportunities and successes.”

Schenectady County Civil Service Opportunities

Exam Title: Employment And Training Counselor
Exam Number: 61-651
Salary Range: $45,455 – $53,740 (2014)
Last Date For Filing: September 8, 2014
Date Of Examination: October 25, 2014

Exam Title: Support Investigator
Exam Number: 61-654
Salary Range: $32,692 – $38,417 (2014)
Last Date For Filing: September 8, 2014
Date Of Examination: October 25, 2014

City of Schenectady Police Officer Exam

Filing Deadline: September 29, 2014
Exam Date: November 15, 2014
$15.00 Examination Fee

The City of Schenectady Police Department will be holding a Police Officer Exam in November. The results of the examination will be used to establish an eligible list to fill vacancies for the City of Schenectady Police Department as needed.

TO APPLY: Applications will be accepted from September 2nd to September 29th

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION: Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED equivalency and have completed 30 College credit hours (transcript must be included when applying).

EXAMINATION SUBJECTS: The test is divided into four sections. The specific skills tested are applying written information in police situations, memory for facts and information, reading, understanding and interpreting written information and preparing written materials in a police setting.

Please read the announcement poster thoroughly for more information. Download the attached forms to apply.

New Job Announcements as of August 11, 2014

Call Center Representative

The NYS Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) is looking for a Call Center Representative 1, salary grade 9, and salary range from $33,306 to $40,936 annually. This is a full-time permanent position. Contact Debra Neuls at (518) 474-7556 for more information. E-mail Cover Letter and Resumes here or mail to: Debra Neuls, NYS Higher Education Services Corporation, 99 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12255.

Capital District YMCA job openings

The Capital District YMCA has opening for six positions. See the jobs and requirements listing here [pdf].

College of St. Rose job openings

Administrative Secretary – Part-time, Academic Year

The College of St. Rose has an Administrative Secretary position and Student Accounts Representative position available.

The Academic Support Center provides students with resources and tools to help them excel in their courses. This includes but is not limited to private tutoring, group study sessions, and the Writing Center. The Academic Support Center also provides a wide variety of services for students with disabilities. This position is responsible for professionally interacting with and assisting students, parents, and faculty in the Academic Support Center. The Administrative Secretary handles scheduling of appointments, processing documentation and performing other administrative tasks in support of the office operations. The position is held by two employees as a job share arrangement.

Requirements: An Associates Degree or commensurate experience, two years of experience in an office administrative support role support role in a customer service oriented environment, intermediate level computer skills using a Windows based operating system, specifically MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet, excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to interact and relate to various constituencies from diverse backgrounds, ability to work independently and multitask, strong organizational and time management skills, with accuracy and attention to details. Supervisory experience is preferred.

Salary: minimum $13.45/hour, depending upon experience

Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, you must submit your credentials online. Create a College of Saint Rose Employment Account at the College’s employment opportunities website. You will be able to upload the following documents, which are required for consideration: Cover letter, Salary history, Resume.

Student Accounts Representative

The primary purpose of this position is to provide customer service to students and other members of the College community who use the Bursar’s Office. In addition, this position is responsible for maintaining student accounts, processing payments and other campus deposits, and reconciling daily receipts.

Requirements: High School diploma required; Associate’s Degree preferred, strong interpersonal communication skills required, at least one year customer service experience required, prior experience in positions involving cash transactions is required, excellent math skills and analytical abilities required, intermediate level computer skills using a windows based operating system are required; Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency preferred, SunGuard Banner experience is preferred, prior experience in an educational institution is preferred.

Additional Information: Full year, Full time, Monday -Friday work schedule. Rate of Pay: minimum $13.45/hour

Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, you must submit your credentials online. Create a College of Saint Rose Employment Account at the College’s employment opportunities website. You will be able to upload the following documents, which are required for consideration: Cover letter, Resume.

Program Director Position – Schenectady Jewish Community Center (SJCC)

The Program Director oversees and directs agency program and operational functions, in keeping with the goals and objectives of the Robert and Dorothy Ludwig Schenectady Jewish Community Center (SJCC) located on the Golub Family Campus. He/she reports to the Executive Director of the SJCC and is a senior member of the JCC’s professional staff management team.

This will be a salaried position including evenings, weekend and holidays. Excellent benefits including retirement plan, medical and discounts on child care, fitness and other JCC services. Hours may change from time to time based on the needs of the JCC. Must be available to work on Sundays.

Qualifications: Minimum BA/BS in Management, Jewish Communal Service or other related degree. 5-7 years management experience supervising full-time department heads. Ability to work in and foster a large team environment. Knowledge of Jewish customs/traditions and non profit experience a plus. Ability to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and in writing. Ability to perform other related duties as needed, required or assigned. Excellent Computer skills: familiarity with Google Apps, Daxko Operations/Accounting and Microsoft Products including Excel is a big plus. Flexible and able to handle multiple projects at the same time; excellent time management skills. Detail oriented and well-organized, with the ability to plan projects, activities and schedules several months in advance. A positive, upbeat sprit, “can do” attitude and great sense of fun!

To Apply, send cover letter and resume by E-mail.

Employment Opportunities at Northeast Parent & Child Society

Therapeutic Support Worker

Northeast Parent & Child Society’s Therapeutic Foster Family Program (TFFP) invites applications for a full-time Therapeutic Support Worker in Queensbury, NY.

The Therapeutic Foster Family Program at Northeast Parent & Child Society provides foster and pre-adoptive foster homes for abused and neglected children from birth through age 21. Each foster parent receives intensive training and ongoing professional support to promote a positive, successful experience.

We seek individuals with experience working with children and families with high needs; must be able to be very flexible at working with a diverse population.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting Clinical Case Managers on cases by providing transportation, supervising family visits, providing one on one respite services with children and may include some skill building.

Skills/Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED required; some college or an Associate’s Degree preferred. Experience working with youth and families that have complex trauma is strongly preferred; Valid NYS Driver’s License required.

Work Schedule: 40 hours a week, flexible, some evenings and weekends.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continued until the position is filled.

To apply for this position please visit Northeast Parent and Child online.

Program Coordinator

Northeast Parent & Child Society, one of New York State’s most innovative human service agencies, invites application for a Program Coordinator working with our Intensive Aftercare Prevention Program and our Parent Effectiveness and Intervention Program located in Catskill, NY.

The Intensive Aftercare Prevention Program (IAPP) provides short-term, intensive services to Greene County families whose children are either at risk of being removed from their homes or are already in placement. The goals of the program are to prevent out-of-home placement for troubled children, provide a safe environment to return children already in placement, and prevent future out-of-home placement.

The Parent Effectiveness and Intervention Program (PEIP) is a service for Columbia County parents who are having difficulty managing their children’s behaviors in the home or community. Through use of the Active Parenting Now curriculum, PEIP integrates classroom learning and home-based parent education/ support to ensure parents learn and can effectively operationalize key parenting skills within their home.

Responsibilities include but not limited to: Coordinating referral, intake, assessment/evaluation, case conference, and discharge processes; Provide regular individual and team clinical and administrative supervision meetings, clinical troubleshooting and consultation, with staff and volunteers; Ensure the coordination of treatment planning and attend service plan review, case conference and care related meetings as needed; Responsible for management and budgeting needs of the program; Also responsible for compiling program data/statistics for agency and county reports regularly and as-needed.

Skills/Qualifications: Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or related field. 3-5 years experience working with multi-problem families and children at risk of out-of-home placement.

Work Schedule: M-F; 8:30AM – 5PM with some flexibility required to account for client schedule. Ability to provide 24-hour on-call supervisory support for the Catskill IAPP & PEIP teams.

To apply for this position please visit Northeast Parent and Child online.

YOUTH POWER! Employment Opportunities

Long Island Regional Youth Partner:

The Regional Youth Partners are peer leaders that connect local youth groups, coordinate regional youth advocacy efforts and provide technical assistance on youth engagement and peer support.

This is a Full-time salary position in Amityville, NY. Salary – low to Mid 30’s commensurate on experience, plus benefits package including: health, dental and vision insurance and employee sponsored Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan, life insurance, sick, personal and vacation (1 week after six months of service) time, employee contribution to 403B (after one year of service) and access to Employee Assistance Program. Click here for the full LI RYP Job Posting.

Central Regional Youth Partner

The Regional Youth Partners are peer leaders that connect local youth groups, coordinate regional youth advocacy efforts and provide technical assistance on youth engagement and peer support. Applicant must reside in one of the 20 counties in the region. Preferred locations are Syracuse and Utica. This is a full-time salary position. Salary $30,000+ commensurate on experience, plus benefits package including: health, dental and vision insurance and employee sponsored Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan, life insurance, sick, personal and vacation (1 week after six months of service) time, employee contribution to 403B (after one year of service) and access to Employee Assistance Program. Click here to view the full Central RYP Job Posting.

Youth Engagement Consultant

This is a contract position through June, 2015 – Full-time flexible schedule, hourly (35 hours per week), $15 per hour, plus benefits package including: health, dental and vision insurance and employee sponsored Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan, life insurance, sick, personal and vacation (1 week after six months of service) time, and access to Employee Assistance Program. Click here for the full posting.

Youth Engagement Coordinator

Coordinates a team of young leaders who provide technical assistance to Counties and ensure that New York State Success is youth-guided. This is a part-time, hourly position in Albany or Rochester, New York paying $12-16 per hour commensurate on experience. Click here to view the full posting.

Local Job Openings for the Week of August 3rd

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Public Health Associate position for the New York State Association of County Health Officials

Works under the supervision of the Executive Director and other managerial staff. Performs all duties in a professional and confidential manner.

Qualifications: Required: Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Public Health, Community Health Education, or related field. Strong writing and computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office Suite; able to work independently; attentive to accuracy and detail. Must have a current valid NY State driver’s license and provide own transportation.

Preferred: MPH with experience in grants administration and/or as an administrative assistant; experience/knowledge of the NY State Health Department and Local Health Department systems; social media experience.

Salary, maximum of $35,000, dependent on experience. Preferred start date: August 25, 2014 in Albany, New York

Submit resume, writing sample and references to Linda M. Wagner, NYSACHO Executive Director, via E-mail by August 8th.

Director of Development position in the City of Schenectady Department of Development

There is a full-time opening for a permanent Director of Development position in the Department of Development. The annual salary is $66,000. Applicants must be residents of the City of Schenectady and remain residents throughout employment. All interested parties should submit completed City of Schenectady Applications or resumes to: Kathy Finch, Personnel & Benefits Administrator, City Hall, Room 105, Schenectady NY 12305. Resumes can also be E-mailed. Completed applications/resumes must be received by 4PM August 18, 2014.

This position exists in the City Department of Development and involves responsibility for the initiation, coordination, formulation, review and direction of activities dealing with planning and development, commercial revitalization, zoning, property management, housing development and code compliance. The work is performed under general direction of the Mayor with wide leeway allowed for exercise of independent judgment in carrying out details of the work. General supervision is exercised over the work of subordinate departmental employees. The incumbent does related work as required.

The position requires comprehensive knowledge of the purposes, principles, terminology and practices employed in municipal and community planning, economic development and commercial revitalization; thorough knowledge of preparation of complex detailed and master plans for community and commercial development; good knowledge of current legislation in the urban planning and economic development field; good knowledge of zoning and subdivision practices; ability to plan and supervise the work of others; ability to speak before groups of people; ability to prepare complex records and reports.

Qualifications: Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Masters degree in Community or Municipal Planning, Sociology, Economics, Urban Geography, Public Administration or a related field and three years of experience in municipal, community or regional planning, one year of which shall have been at the supervisory level; OR Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered four year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Community or Municipal Planning, Economics, Urban Geography, Public Administration or a related field and four years of experience in municipal, community or regional planning, one year of which shall have been at the supervisory level; OR Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor’s degree and six years of experience in municipal, community or regional planning, one year of which shall have been at the supervisory level; OR An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of the requirements above.

Seasonal Laborer positions in the City of Schenectady Waste Department

There are full-time openings for seasonal Laborer positions in the Waste Department. The hourly rate is $10.00. Click here for a copy of the job description and minimum qualifications [pdf]. Applicants must be residents of the City of Schenectady and remain residents throughout employment. All interested parties should submit completed City of Schenectady Applications or resumes to: Kathy Finch, Personnel & Benefits Administrator, City Hall, Room 105, Schenectady NY 12305. Resumes can also be E-mailed. Completed applications/resumes need to be received by 4PM August 11, 2014.

Albany County Civil Service Exam Announcements

New exam announcements have been posted on the Albany County Department of Civil Service website.

Job Opportunity: Applications Being Accepted for Editor, God’s Field

The Click here to view/download a copy of the job description and necessary qualifications. The position will be compensated at $1,000 per issue with the expectation of 12 issues annually.

Interested applicants email qualifications to the Office of the Prime Bishop by E-mail. The deadline for applications is June 30, 2013.

Employment opportunities in Schenectady

From the Times Union and State Department of labor: 5,000 jobs for the taking

Opportunities abound in region, but gap is wide in location, skills, pay

While the state Labor Department reported last week that the five-county Capital Region’s unemployment rate hit an all-time high for December of 7.4 percent, it also wants job seekers to know that nearly 5,000 local openings are listed at its Jobs Express website.

The positions range from groundskeepers to engineers, and TV anchors to pharmacists.

But opportunities aren’t equally distributed. The Albany/Colonie area had nearly half the total, 2,226 openings, while Clifton Park had 142 and the city of Troy just 113.

And the 5,000 openings listed in the eight-county area — Albany, Columbia, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Warren and Washington — equal less than an eighth of the more than 41,000 people who were unemployed and looking for work in those counties during December, according to Labor Department figures.

The job bank doesn’t include every opening in the region, however.

This map shows which communities have at least 50 job openings. Niskayuna jobs are included with Schenectady, and Malta jobs with Ballston Spa. Because the East Greenbush-based Regeneron Pharmaceuticals plant has a Rensselaer mailing address, those jobs show up as Rensselaer-based.

Some of the best-paying positions are in Ballston Spa/Malta, Rensselaer and Schenectady… The Rensselaer figure was boosted by the relatively large number of management, engineering and life sciences job openings, while engineering job openings boosted the Ballston Spa/Malta figure.

GlobalFoundries has been expanding in Malta, while Regeneron is undertaking an expansion of its manufacturing plant on the East Greenbush/Rensselaer line.

In Schenectady, meanwhile, engineering, management and computer and mathematical job openings are heavily represented. General Electric Co. opened a new battery plant last year and has been adding jobs at its turbine and generator plant downtown. Its Global Research Center is headquartered in Niskayuna.

Meanwhile, Bolton Landing had by far the lowest average median salary figure among the dozen communities listed.

Openings in the Adirondack resort community were in just two job classifications: food preparation and serving (median annual earnings are $19,140) and building grounds/maintenance (median earnings are $23,720).

The Labor Department’s Jobs Express site has been operating since 2011 and is designed to help job-seekers more quickly locate openings near their home.

Labor Department spokesman Leo Rosales said 65,000 people have found jobs through the service since its debut.

The department is working with University at Albany’s College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering on a job fair Saturday, Feb. 2, at which the nanocollege hopes to fill as many as 300 job openings. That event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the school on Fuller Road in Albany. Other job fairs are listed at the Department’s website.

The Times Union, meanwhile, also has a Jobs site in conjunction with monster.com that offers more than 1,000 area jobs.

Job openings by area

Most local opportunities are clustered near larger cities, and more rural areas pay less.

City/town Openings salary*
Albany 2,226 $46,196
Ballston Spa 88 $56,171
Bolton Landing 63 $20,958
Clifton Park 142 $40,174
Glens Falls 203 $38,791
Hudson 266 $40,815
Latham 237 $43,192
Queensbury 134 $37,785
Rensselaer 115 $53,239
Saratoga Springs 203 $41,018
Schenectady 400 $51,683
Troy 113 $43,031

* Median salaries for each job category were used to calculate an overall average based on the number of vacancies. Source: New York State Department of Labor