I have an upcoming interview for a Grade 25 position in Business Analysis and Quality Assurance. I haven’t had an interview in many years, so I’m wondering what types of questions they might ask for a Grade 25 position. If anyone has any insights or advice, please let me know!

I’m new to the State (OA1 Grade 6) and saw the upcoming exam announcements that I believe I’ll be eligible for. I’m curious if I should take the Administrative Assistant 1 Trainee or Office Assistant 2 exam. Which of these titles would be better for career growth? I’m in Albany and currently working on my associates in business administration. Thank you.

I’m contemplating a position that’s an M4, I’m currently a 27. I know (think?) that equates to a 9% raise (3%+(1.5%x4)). The thing is I currently get a geo diff of $9k as an engineer, but the new m4 doesn’t get that salary treatment, plus I lose the PEF longevity, so I’m that $12k total on top of my “base” salary. My question is, is the promotion raise based on my base salary as a 27 or my salary plus the geo and longevity? Trying to determine if this is worth it.

Has anyone heard about this : A RESOLUTION OF THE ALBANY COMMON COUNCIL REQUESTING THAT THE NEW YORK STATE LEGISLATURE GRANT THE CITY OF ALBANY AUTHORITY TO IMPOSE A TAX ON THE EARNINGS OF NONRESIDENTS WHO WORK WITHIN THE CITY

https://www.albanyny.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_10192026-2487?packet=true

Twelve promotion exams for current New York State employees close for filing on Wednesday, November 4. If your title is on this list, that is your deadline to apply.

Associate Engineering Materials Analyst: 31-572020

Code Compliance Specialist 2: 31-557020

Correctional Facility Food Administrator 2: 31-558020

Fair Hearings Specialist 2: 31-561020

Hospital Patient Services Clerk 2: 31-542020

Legal Assistant 2: 31-543020

Regional Coordinator Correctional Food Services: 31-565020

Resources and Reimbursement Agent 2: 31-566020

Senior Compensation Claims Referee: 31-588020

Supervising Motor Vehicle Representative 1 (Contact Center): 31-567020

Supervising Motor Vehicle Representative 2 (Contact Center): 31-568020

Supervising Motor Vehicle Representative 3 (Contact Center): 31-569020

All Exam Fees Waived! Exam application fees are waived for all New York State civil service exams through December 2027.

https://www.cs.ny.gov/examannouncements/types/prom/

Hello!

I was talking to a STAR driver about my frustration that there's such significant discounts to state employees for fixed-line and nothing for STAR. She said the universities had a similar set up until the disabled community argued that, because paratransit exists to create equal access to disabled customers, allowing discounts to fixed line and not STAR is discriminatory, and they won and got STAR discounts/possible universal access.

I'm still relatively new to state service, so I'm interested in coordinating with other STAR riders and possibly union stewards/reps to try and get some relief. Able-bodied state workers can ride as much CDTA as they want for $8/ paycheck. Just to get to/from work I'm paying $90-$100/mo. I've already spoken to some people in my office but the more the better.

Anyone hear anything yet about the DDSCTA positions opening up at the building in region 1?

Any insight on if I were to leave (11 years in) to stay home with my kids for 3-5 years and then come back? I know my position wouldn’t be available but is this doable? If I leave at my grade I know I would start back at base pay but is it likely I’d be that grade again? Is it hard being reinstated? I have a few years extra I have to do anyways to reach 55 years old (I need 33 years to hit the age requirement) so that isn’t a deterrent. Thanks for any input!

Five promotion exams for current New York State employees close for filing on Friday, October 23. If your title is on this list, that is your deadline to apply. Miss it and you sit this exam out.

Archives & Records Management Specialist 4: 31-540020

Environmental Chemist 2: 31-559020

Mineral Resources Specialist 3: 31-562020

Mineral Resources Specialist 4: 31-563020

Mineral Resources Technician 2: 31-564020

All Exam Fees Waived! Exam application fees are waived for all New York State civil service exams through December 2027.

https://www.cs.ny.gov/examannouncements/types/prom/

Im new to the state i would like to know how can i have access to my paystub online

So I got a canvass letter for Grade 14 for Contract Management Specialist (when I should qualify for grade 18 because I have a higher degree)

What it like? Can it be remote or fully in person? Hows the work environment? Is it micromanaged?

Still responded regardless.

I need a mental health counselor and the person I have selected is not in network (of course)
I have empire plan and am in PEF- does anyone know if I can be partially reimbursed for the out of pocket expenses for a LCSW?

I'm a PEF member and was looking at buying contacts for the first time. Previously, I would buy from 1800 contacts but I called them and was told they don't accept our insurance. So I wanted to know what was the cheapest way to purchase contacts.

Recently had my 12 month review in a 14, 16 to 18 traineeship and received an “exceeding expectations” I know when I had my 6 month review and got this I got a slight pay increase, and I know I’m supposed to advance to the g16 rate since it’s been one year. Will I get a little above the g16 hire rate since I received an exceeding review?

Apologies if this has been asked in the past, this is all new to me :)

Hey friends. I have something that I'm a little stumped on that I'd love some advise on. I'm currently nearing the final like 3 months of my traineeship that was one year. I'm about to interview soon for a position that is a two year traineeship. Is there any big difference besides having the title for longer or what would I have to deal with as a two year traineeship compared to one, if there was any difference. Possibly going from a TSR to a TT1 position but I only qualify under the trainee 1 position. Thank you! :)

Does anyone know when we can expect to see the October step increase in our paycheck?

Thank you!

VPN not working for anyone else? Just keep getting a login failed this morning.

For those who went like me, make sure you alert ABC financial. I don’t trust them to stop charging me.

Heard from a friend at work yesterday. Will confirm again today.

I hope they replace it soon. I enjoyed working out during the day.

EDIT: so apparently they cut off billing to accounts so people shouldn’t have to worry about ABC financial charging your account.

If you’re like me on the HMO plan, I took an invoice record at the end of the year/semiregular basis and submitted to my insurance for wellness reimbursement. You can call 888-827-9262 or email customercare@abcfinancial.com for more info.

Does anyone else get super happy to see colleagues move on to other jobs because your office is toxic? Let’s celebrate! What’s your happiest move on story?

I used the Section 52.6 section to get a promotion from grade 23 to 25 about 6 years ago. I'm still in that current position. Am I able to use the 52.6 law to get promoted from 25 to 27 now or do I need to be on the promotion list?