Date Posted:

08/25/26

Applications Due:

09/20/26

Vacancy ID:

222501 Position Information NY HELPNo AgencyTransportation, Department of TitleStudent Assistant Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers Salary GradeNS Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary RangeFrom $20.70 to $20.70 Hourly Employment TypePart-Time Appointment TypeTemporary Jurisdictional ClassNon-competitive Class Travel Percentage0% Schedule WorkweekMon-Fri Hours Per Week20-37.5 Workday From8 AM To4 PM Flextime allowed?

No Mandatory overtime?

No Compressed workweek allowed?

No Telecommuting allowed?

No Location CountyDutchess Street AddressCommunications 4 Burnett Blvd CityPoughkeepsie StateNY Zip Code12603 Job Specifics Duties Description

• Help create social media content for X and monitor social media for promotional/engagement opportunities
• Help write, proofread, and edit letters, documents, press releases, travel advisories, media advisories, and more
• Communicate with other organizations as directed
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and basic data entry
• Assist the public information officer in preparing presentation material for public, agency and industry events
• Responsibilities may include field work, photo gathering, internal/external communications

Skills Needed:

• An educational background in Communications, Marketing, Digital Media, Graphic Design, Photography, Journalism, Public Affairs, Public Relations, or a related field
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and data manipulation
• Logical/critical thinking skills
• Quantitative analytical skills
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain accurate records
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department's response to regional and statewide emergency situations.

Minimum QualificationsMust have completed at least 12 credit hours of college study and be currently enrolled in an accredited degree program. Additional CommentsApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The salary range listed reflects the full range for this graded position. For new State employees appointed into graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts. For more salary information please visit ://oer.ny/salary-schedules DOT is an equal opportunity employer. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates selected for appointment must provide an original document to prove their citizenship and/or legal right to work in the United States. Candidates for employment must have proper authorization to work in the United States at the time an offer of employment is made. The Department will not sponsor a nonimmigrant for a temporary employment visa (H-1B or similar), OPT STEM, or for permanent residence. Offers of permanent employment may not be made to nonimmigrants whose employment authorization is limited to a period of practical training (F-1 or similar). Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. How to Apply NameBernard Holloman Telephone Fax Email AddressIntern@dot.ny Address StreetNYS Department of Transportation 50 Wolf Road CityAlbany StateNY Zip Code12232 Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a letter of interest, copy of current transcript and a current resume, titled by last name, with the Notice Number MO-26-320 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than 9/20/2026 to: NYS Department of Transportation Bernard Holloman 50 Wolf Road Albany, NY 12232

Email:

Intern@dot.ny