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Civil Service HR Generalist

City of New York · New York, New York, United States

Part-timeOn site2-5 yrsListed as no visa sponsorshipGovernment Administration
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In short

Provide administrative and clerical support to the Civil Service Unit, including managing documentation and maintaining electronic and physical records. Ensure professional customer service for candidates and staff while maintaining strict confidentiality of personnel information.

What they're looking for

MUST-HAVE SKILLS

Administrative supportClerical supportCivil service proceduresRecord maintenanceCustomer serviceConfidentialityData entryDocumentation

ALSO MENTIONED

Civil ServiceHuman ResourcesAdministrative SupportClericalRecord KeepingOnboardingPublic SectorGovernmentDocumentationConfidentiality

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least three years of experience in community work or related activities. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to handle confidential information and provide effective administrative support.

About the employer

New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)

NYCHA is the largest & oldest public housing authority in North America. 🏫🗽🏢 Account not monitored 24/7. · hiring as City of New York

The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), the largest public housing authority in North America, was created in 1934 to provide decent, affordable housing for low- and moderate-income New Yorkers. NYCHA is home to 1 in 16 New Yorkers, providing affordable housing to 511,384 authorized residents through public housing and Permanent Affordability Commitment Together (PACT) programs as well as Section 8 housing. NYCHA has 177,565 apartments in 2,410 buildings across 335 conventional public housing and PACT developments. In addition, NYCHA connects residents to critical programs and services from external and internal partners, with a focus on economic opportunity, youth, seniors, and social services. With a housing stock that spans all five boroughs, NYCHA is a city within a city.

INDUSTRY
Government Administration
COMPANY
Government Agency
FOUNDED
1934
HEADQUARTERS
New York, NY
SIZE
10,001+on LinkedIn
OFFICES
2 on LinkedIn
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Questions about this role

Is this City of New York role remote?
Tagged on site.
Does it sponsor visas?
Listed as no visa sponsorship.
What experience does it ask for?
Listed as 2-5 years.

The posting, in full

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high quality drinking water, managing wastewater and stormwater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP's water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system’s 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City.

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Job Description

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high quality drinking water, managing wastewater and stormwater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP's water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system’s 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City.

The Bureau of Organizational Development and Human Resources’ Operations Unit works closely with the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) and our Bureau partners in reviewing title specifications and Notices of Examination to ensure that job statements and tasks accurately represent the essential work that we do and to prepare us for current and future hiring needs. Operations Services include Civil Service inquiries and consultation; job specifications; classification; title and salary information; pre-employment inquiries and documentation; Bureau Administrator Human Resources support; and facilitates the Processing & Onboarding of all Agency personnel.

The Operations Unit is seeking a Community Associate that will serve as a Civil Service HR Generalist; the ideal candidate should be proactive, highly motivated, and resourceful. Although this is a part-time position, the selected candidate will play an essential role in keeping daily administrative operations organized, efficient, and running smoothly.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

  • Provide administrative and clerical support to the Civil Service Unit.
  • Prepare and organize pre-pool and post-pool documentation for civil service hiring activities.
  • Maintain electronic records and physical files related to civil service hiring pools.
  • Provide courteous, respectful, and professional customer service to candidates, new hires, employees, hiring managers, stakeholders, DEP colleagues, supervisors, and executive leadership.
  • Exercise sound judgment and discretion with the handling of all confidential personnel information, this includes verbal, written, email, and Agency systems that contain confidential information.
  • Assist the Civil Service Supervisor with administrative coordination, documentation, and other operational needs as needed.

***PLEASE NOTE THIS POSITION IS PART-TIME, 21 HOURS PER WEEK***

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057

Qualifications

Qualification Requirements

  1. High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or
  2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Agency: DEPT OF ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Job Category: Administration & Human Resources

Salary Band: $20 to $30

Compensation: USD 24.38 - USD 28.04

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This listing comes from City of New York's own careers site. Apply links go to the employer. Company facts are from New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)'s public profile. Last checked 28 Oct 2026.