Workforce Programs Specialist 1/Trainee 1/2, Albany (NY HELPS)
Labor, Department of · Albany · New York
- Role
- Program manager
- Posted
- Jul 30, 2026
- Closes
- Aug 13, 2026
- Salary
- $53,764 to $85,138 Annually
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Summary
The Workforce Programs Specialist 1/Trainee 1/2 position with the New York Department of Labor assists in developing, monitoring, and managing workforce development and training programs, contracts, and proposals. The role involves analyzing and preparing detailed reports, providing technical assistance to program sponsors and partners, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Based in Albany at the Harriman Campus, this full-time position reports to the agency's workforce development initiatives under the NY HELPS program.
Key qualifications
- Four to six years of experience assisting unemployed or under-employed individuals in workforce development, training programs, or public assistance administration (depending on level)
- Valid New York State driver's license and access to a motor vehicle for job-required travel
- Ability to develop, evaluate, and monitor workforce development and training programs or manage related contracts and budgets
- Bachelor's degree may substitute for four years of experience; master's degree may substitute for five years
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders internally and externally
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