Project Manager 1/Trainee 1, Ref. #26-07

Date Posted:

05/05/26

Applications Due:

05/19/26

Vacancy ID:

215490 Position Information NY HELPYes AgencyFinancial System, Statewide TitleProject Manager 1/Trainee 1, Ref. #26-07 Occupational CategoryNo Preference Salary GradeNS Bargaining UnitPS&T

• Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary RangeFrom $53764 to $85138 Annually Employment TypeFull-Time Appointment TypePermanent Jurisdictional ClassCompetitive Class Travel Percentage0% Schedule WorkweekMon-Fri Hours Per Week37.

5 Workday From8:30 AM To4:30 PM Flextime allowed?

No Mandatory overtime?

Yes Compressed workweek allowed?

Yes Telecommuting allowed?

Yes Location CountyAlbany Street AddressStatewide Financial System W. A. Harriman State Office Building Campus, Bldg. 5 CityAlbany StateNY Zip Code12227 Job Specifics Duties DescriptionThe Statewide Financial System (SFS) Portfolio and Project Management Bureau is looking for a motivated Project Manager 1 (trainee) who is ready to launch a meaningful career in the public sector. Whether you're a new graduate or a professional ready for a rewarding pivot into civil service, this is your chance to learn and master the project management lifecycle—from initial planning to final execution. For our project managers, precision and attention to detail is key, but it's also our authenticity and communication skills that make us successful. We're seeking candidates who understand that hitting deadlines requires more than just a timeline; it takes the skills to build trust, motivate colleagues, and navigate team dynamics with ease. Whether you're completing administrative tasks, tracking metrics, or facilitating a routine project meeting, you will help project teams finish their work successfully. If you're proactive, naturally organized, and ready to learn, we want your energy. Apply today and bring your passion for order and appreciation for clear communication to a supportive environment ready to invest in your professional growth!

General responsibilities include:

• Execute Bureau operational business processes
• Follow and execute SFS' prescribed approach to project management and change request management (e.g., migration of code through our system development lifecycle)
• Serve as a Project Manager on assigned projects
• Execute project activities assigned by senior Project Managers to ensure project objectives are met (this may involve working outside of normal business hours)
• Assist in the development and routine maintenance of MS Project schedules
• Assist with documentation and follow ups related to meeting notes, action items and decisions
• Learn, use, and advocate for project management best practices
• Assist in defining and/or identifying updates to project management standards and best practices at SFS
• Assist in developing and identifying needed project management templates to support SFS or customer business processes
• Demonstrate effective scheduling and time management
• Ensure project meetings are planned and managed in line with SFS expectations such as clear communication of each meeting's duration, objectives, action items, and decisions
• Maintain effective, accurate communication with SFS and project leadership via presentations, reports, and meetings
• Ensure communication tools are maintained, accurate, and reflect current project status on a routine basis
• Demonstrate a Commitment to Work Quality
• Routinely takes proactive steps to assess in-progress and completed work for opportunities for improvement and lessons learned
• Perform self-analysis and takes corrective actions when constructive feedback is provided by peers, supervisors, and project leadership Minimum QualificationsCandidates must be reachable on the Project Manager 1, G-18, Civil Service eligible list OR have one year of permanent competitive service as a Project Manager 1, G-18.

Also open to NYS employees at or above G-16 who are eligible for transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in an advancement of more than two grade levels. In order to qualify for a Section 52.6 transfer, candidates must have one year of permanent competitive service in an administrative title as defined by Section 52.6. Examples of qualifying Section 52.6 titles include Business Systems Analyst 1, G-18; and Information Technology Specialist 2, G-18. OR To qualify for an appointment into this traineeship: 1. Current New York State employees, with one year of permanent service in a grade 11 or higher title eligible for transfer under Section, 70.1, 52.6 or 70.4

• of the Civil Service Law.

2.Immediately reachable on the PCO eligible lists.

NYHELPS Qualifications:

A bachelor's or higher degree. This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the

NY HELPS

Program, this title maybe filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. If a temporary

NY HELPS

employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under

NY HELPS

will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a

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title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Awareness of various project management methodologies, principles, and tools and/or accounting processes.
• A proactive mindset interested in continuous improvement.
• Ability to build trusted relationships and maintain a positive work environment.
• Strong active listening skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written, verbal, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Flexibility, including adapting to changes in direction based on project needs and working non-standard hours when required.

Additional CommentsYou are advised that, should you accept a job offer with the SFS, you may be required to be fingerprinted. SFS is the organization that manages the enterprise financial system that supports the business of New York State government. SFS is an independent entity jointly governed by the Office of the State Comptroller and the Division of the Budget. As one of the largest public sector enterprise financial systems in the United States, SFS processes an average of 22,000 voucher transactions daily and about $150 billion in payments per year using Oracle PeopleSoft technology. SFS staff provides extensive operational support to over 70 NYS agencies and authorities. SFS continues to work on major initiatives to expand the use of system functionality and works collaboratively with agencies and the NYS Office of Information Technology Services clusters that support IT systems across the State. Currently, we are looking for motivated, highly qualified professionals who can lead and support on-going transformational statewide information technology projects. Working as part of the team at SFS provides a great opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization that strongly supports its employees' professional growth and development through training opportunities and knowledge sharing. You would also be able to see your work directly support the transformation of business processes supporting NYS government. More About SFS We are an innovative team of experts specializing in enterprise resource planning (ERP), financial operations, business analysis, information technology, project management, service delivery, training, change management and stakeholder relations. Since our inception, our focus has been to meet our customers' financial processing needs, ensure the integrity of State financial data and lead future migrations from existing agency financial systems into one integrated financial management system. To learn more about SFS, visit our website at sfs.ny. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. How to Apply NameSFS Personnel Telephone Fax Email Addresspersonnel@sfs.ny Address Street1220 Washington Ave Building 5 CityAlbany StateNY Zip Code12226 Notes on ApplyingTo apply, please send a cover letter and resume by e-mail. Files should be named using the format: "Last Name First Initial resume.pdf or doc" and "Last Name First Initial cvr ltr.pdf or doc". Please include your current Civil Service title and grade (if applicable) and be sure to indicate that you are applying for the position of Project Manager 1, Ref. #26-07.