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Administrative Specialist Trainee 1, G-13
Occupation Group
Administrative Operations
Salary Information
Starting Salary
$46,529
Career Ladder Information
| Title | Grade | Hiring Rate/yr | Job Rate/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admnv Specialist Trainee 1 | 14 | $53,764 | $68,630 |
| Admnv Specialist Trainee 2 | 16 | $59,994 | $76,359 |
| Admnv Specialist 1 | 18 | $66,951 | $85,138 |
| Admnv Specialist 2 | 23 | $86,681 | $109,650 |
All salary grades for trainees titles are non-statutory (NS) equated to the salary grade identified. These grade equations apply to the starting salaries in their respective salary schedule for the traineeship levels.
Job Description
Administrative Specialists provide professional administrative and staff support to executives, program managers and staff, boards, or commissions by managing budgeting, human resources, and business services for an organization or program, conducting special studies and research projects, and managing office and support activities.
Trainees will receive a combination of structured training, on-the-job training, and/or practical job performance to gain the knowledge and experience necessary to function at the full performance level.
Agencies with this Title
Various New York State agencies
Minimum Qualifications
You must meet the requirements below to qualify for this title.
A bachelor's or higher degree.
Advanced Placement
If chosen, you may, at the agency's discretion, be appointed to a higher level. You must inform the agency of any additional qualifications at your interview.
View Additional Qualifications
For Trainee 2 you must also have:
Either 1. One year of professional experience *; OR
2. a Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a field related to the position being filled **
For the Full Performance Level you must also have:
Either 1. Two years of professional experience*; OR
2. a Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a field related to the position being filled** AND one year of professional experience*.
*Professional experience must be performing the duties of the full performance level position.
**Hiring agencies have discretion in determining whether a degree is related to the duties of the position
How to Apply
The November 2022 PCO Examination is closed, applications are no longer being accepted