Student Assistant - 217079

Date Posted:

05/29/26

Applications Due:

06/08/26

Vacancy ID:

217079 Position Information NY HELPNo AgencyCriminal Justice Services, Division of TitleStudent Assistant

• 217079 Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers Salary GradeNS Bargaining UnitPS&T
• Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary RangeFrom $16 to $28 Hourly Employment TypePart-Time Appointment TypeTemporary Jurisdictional ClassNon-competitive Class Travel Percentage0% Schedule WorkweekMon-Fri Hours Per Week30
• 37.

50 Workday From8 AM To4 PM Flextime allowed?

No Mandatory overtime?

No Compressed workweek allowed?

No Telecommuting allowed?

Yes Location CountyAlbany Street Address80 South Swan Street Alfred E. Smith Building CityAlbany StateNY Zip Code12210 Job Specifics Duties DescriptionThe Office of Public Safety (OPS) is seeking two student assistants to support the Law Enforcement Strategic Assistance (LESAU) unit. The handling of these tasks will help the student gain professional skills while assisting OPS with special projects. The Student Assistants will assist with duties including, but not limited to:

• Coordinate and support initiatives with the Annual Public Safety Symposium, the Gun Involved Violence Elimination (GIVE), Statewide Targeted Reductions in Inmate-Partner Violence (STRIVE) programs.
• Provide logistical support for events.
• Manage project documentation.
• Coordinate communication with internal staff and external stakeholders.
• Maintain tracking systems and agendas to monitor progress on various activities.
• Liaise with staff, vendors, and stakeholders.

Minimum QualificationsMust be a current student enrolled in a matriculating degree program and have completed a minimum of one (1) year as a student at a degree-granting two or four-year college or university.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred candidates will be available for a 12-month internship located in Albany, NY. Continued internship participation into the spring semester and beyond will require the candidate to meet all NYS Civil Service requirements, including maintaining matriculation status during the Spring 2027 semester. While extension beyond 12 months is not required, availability to extend the internship for students who remain matriculated as seniors or graduate students will be considered based on demonstrated continued enrollment and performance. Additional CommentsCandidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. DCJS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion. Please be advised that the Division of Criminal Justice Services does not currently offer sponsorship for employment visas.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

The NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Unit at DEIA@dcjs.ny or (518) 457-8895. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. How to Apply NameCherise Watson Telephone(518) 485-6816 Fax(518) 457-4000 Email AddressDCJSJobs@dcjs.ny Address Street80 South Swan Street Alfred E. Smith Building CityAlbany StateNY Zip Code12210 Notes on ApplyingPlease send a cover letter and resume to the email address above. Please reference posting # 217079 on your cover letter. DCJS was named to the Times Union's list of 2017 through 2025 Top Workplaces as voted on by our employees.