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The Office of Audit & Control  is looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support management in the development, planning, and coordination of departmental activities.  

Other tasks include: 

• Handling collecting, prepping, and distributing agenda items for meetings

• Requisitioning materials and supplies

• Preparing departmental budget estimates

• Maintaining accounts & receipts for board and committee meetings

• Preparing and maintaining report records through research and review

• Handling the office calendar and room reservation system

• Reading incoming mail & answering general correspondence as directed

• Attending meetings and recording minutes

Attorneys in this role will provide legal counsel to city departments and boards, represent the City of Albany in legal proceedings, collaborate with city leaders and community stakeholders, provide training to city employees, negotiate and draft contracts, ensure the compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and attend public meetings. Candidates should expect to engage in a broad range of municipal legal work, including contract negotiations, litigation defense, legal advisory services, employee discipline matters, and enforcement actions as assigned by Corporation Counsel 

Performs a variety of supervisory, administrative, technical tasks and related activities for the construction, maintenance, operation, repair, and replacement of City’s water and sewer systems and related facilities. Works under the direction and reports to the Operations Manager. Exercises direct supervision over the Department’s Foremen. 

This position involves professional auditing work in the Office of Audit and Control, including planning and conducting audits of city departments, programs, activities, contracts, and grants. The work includes evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, assessing compliance with applicable laws, rules, and policies, and assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of operations and use of public resources. The incumbent prepares audit programs, performs audit fieldwork, analyzes data (including automated system data), develops findings and recommendations, and prepares written reports. Work is performed under the general direction of the Chief City Auditor and/or Deputy Chief City Auditor, with considerable leeway allowed for the exercise of professional judgment. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate staff as assigned. 

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role that will shape the financial landscape of our dynamic department? We're seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Chief Financial Manager to spearhead our fiscal affairs, reporting directly to the Commissioner/Department Head. Join us as we shape the financial future of our city and make a lasting impact in our community. 

The Albany Police Department is looking for a Community Aide to assist city management operations.

The Community Aide acts as a liaison between city residents and service providers, facilitating ties and communications between the community and support service providers. In this capacity, the role involves, among others, preparing incident-reports to department personnel, making referrals to appropriate agencies, providing incident logs, and assisting in communicating available assistance to residents.

Moreover, the community aid may take on additional responsibilities, such as assisting in inter-agency coordination and communication, handling telephone inquiries regarding area events, as well as various clerical tasks.

Looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the community? The city of Albany is seeking a Community Center Director to supervise and direct recreation programs, activities, and events at a community center.

As the Director, you will have a chance to work with people from diverse backgrounds and of all ages and lead a team of professional staff and volunteers to create engaging and enriching experiences for the community. 

The Director has full creative license to direct programs, activates, and events at the Community Center, to meet demand from the local community and generated expanded interest in the activities.

The Albany Police Department is seeking a passionate and driven Crime Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will collect, analyze, and interpret statistical data on criminal activity and offenders. Your insights will support law enforcement and guide strategic decisions. If you have a strong understanding of the criminal justice system, a passion for data analysis, and a desire to enhance public safety, we want you!

Responsibilities:

• Collect, organize, and analyze statistical data on criminal activity and offenders.

• Convert raw data into valuable criminal intelligence and present it effectively.

• Gather, store, and disseminate relevant information on public safety.

• Process and maintain information on investigations and arrests.

• Assist in producing reports and agendas.

• Attend meetings and training related to criminal analysis and intelligence gathering.

• Develop target profile analyses for career criminals and identify trends.

• Monitor changes and trends in drug trafficking and related crimes.

• Create crime-related maps and perform spatial analysis using GIS.

• Conduct association link analysis and utilize various techniques.

• Enter and retrieve information from automated systems.

• Perform related tasks as required.

 This is manual work calling for the efficient performance of building cleaning, groundskeeping and snow removal tasks.  The incumbent performs routine building cleaning and outside ground maintenance tasks.  Cleaning tasks are performed according to a well-established procedure and involve some heavy work requiring physical strength and ability.  This position is distinguished from that of a Cleaner by the heavier nature of the work performed and because of involvement in outside grounds maintenance activities.  The work is performed under the supervision of a higher level custodial employee.  Supervision over the work of others is not a responsibility of employees in this class.  The difference between Custodial Worker I and Custodial Worker II is that the Custodial Worker I performs lighter type work.    

Are you ready to make a significant impact as an Engineer? In this role, you'll have responsibility for planning, design, inspection, construction supervision, and evaluation of essential projects, including water supply, wastewater systems, and stormwater management. You'll also find opportunities for leadership and the chance to exercise your judgment and creativity under the guidance of the Commissioner/Deputy Commissioner. Join us for a dynamic engineering career!

The Engineer performs civil engineering work involving the full range of professional activity in the planning, design, inspection, construction supervision, maintenance and technical review and evaluation of:  water supply, treatment, storage and distribution systems; wastewater pumping, collection systems; and storm water management.  Incumbent may also be assigned to review consultant and contractor plans and estimates, or serve as design and/or construction phase project managers.  The incumbent will perform civil engineering activities requiring a high degree of judgment, imagination and resourcefulness in the planning, design, construction, maintenance and evaluation of complex projects. The Engineer may supervise subordinate technicians and, when assigned to design functions or construction supervision, may supervise a large group of subordinate engineers, technicians and seasonal construction inspectors.

Join us as a firefighter through a Civil Service Lateral Transfer. Bring your expertise to our dedicated team and continue your mission of saving lives and protecting the community. Make a real difference and take your career to new heights with us. 

Join our dynamic team as a GIS Manager and play a pivotal role in overseeing, managing, and enhancing the City's Geographic Information Systems (GIS). 

Duties include day-to-day control over specific administrative, financial, and technical functions related to the establishment of GIS applications, such as spatial database development and database programming. 

This position also involves responsibility for multi-media applications within the City. 

The incumbent is expected to exercise independent judgment, as the position is responsible for acting in a coordinating capacity for development, implementation and maintenance of the City’s GIS. 

Supervision may be exercised over a small number of subordinate personnel. 

Work will be performed in accordance with the directives of the Department Head or designee, with considerable leeway allowed to independently perform the duties of the position.

The incumbent in this position performs technical field or office engineering work.  Work activities are performed in accordance with instructions from or plans prepared by an engineering superior.  Some independence is allowed for the completion of assignments.  Advice and assistance is available from professional superiors. Work may include the supervision of subordinate staff in field or office work. The incumbent is evaluated and reviewed by a technical superior through discussion or analysis of work performed or reports prepared. 

The incumbent provides technical assistance in the routine maintenance and operation of chlorinators, flow meters & transducers, and maintenance and repair of electronic devices (disinfectant system, circuit boards, UV intensity monitors, etc.) used in a modern water treatment plant.  Training is provided on a daily basis to learn the functions of a water treatment plant and all aspects of the technical field.  The incumbent performs routine calibration and maintenance of field devices, as well as assists in the repair and installation of electronic devices.   

Step into a crucial role! Take charge of the custody, discipline, and supervision of female prisoners. From police stations to correctional institutions, your guidance is essential. Apply now for this impactful opportunity!

Get ready for a future career as a Police Officer. You'll assist full-time personnel  throughout the Police Department, such as Front Desk, Communications, Investigations, Special Events (including Mounted & K9), Records, and Fleet Maintenance. 

Shadow officers by going on “ride-alongs” or “walk-alongs" and gain invaluable experience by assuming greater responsibilities and working with increasing independence along the way. 

Cadets will also be expected to participate in monthly trainings covering a wide range of topics and types of activities.

Join us as a police offer through a Civil Service Lateral Transfer. Bring your expertise to our dedicated team and continue your mission of saving lives and protecting the community. Make a real difference and take your career to new heights with us. 

Make a difference and become a Rehabilitation Specialist! You'll be responsible for rehabilitation construction under the direct supervision of the Rehabilitation and Environmental Services Manager as related to the City’s Housing Rehabilitation programs. Conduct on-site inspections of property to be rehabilitated and/or repaired

We're seeking a skilled Risk Assessor to join our team!  Under Lead Hazard Control Program Director's guidance, you'll investigate lead-based paint hazards in dwellings, providing cost estimates and program insights. You'll collaborate on rehabilitation programs, inspections and reports. With your help the department will implement the Lead Hazard Control Program, ensuring compliance with codes and guidelines. If you're ready to make an impact, apply now! 

Keep our streets safe and become a School Crossing Officer! You'll safeguard the passage of school children across heavily traveled city streets. Work is scheduled to cover short periods in the morning, noon and afternoon when children are normally traveling to and from school.

The Senior Investigator leads and supervises investigations into serious police incidents, such as officer-involved shootings, deaths in custody, and complaints of misconduct or unprofessional behavior. This role oversees investigative staff, gathers and analyzes evidence, interviews witnesses and police officers, and maintains confidentiality throughout the process.

The Senior Investigator also serves as the CPRB’s second-in-command, stepping in to lead the agency when the Program Director is unavailable. All work must be thorough, fair, and unbiased.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising investigative staff and guiding their work.

• Conducting investigations, including interviewing complainants, witnesses, impacted parties, and Albany Police Department employees.

• Collecting, preserving, and analyzing evidence.

• Conducting canvasses to find additional evidence or witnesses.

• Maintaining confidentiality for all case files and materials.

• Serving as the second-in-command for the CPRB and leading the agency when the Program Director (or designee) is unavailable.

This position involves responsibility for maintaining order and providing security in public buildings, schools and courtrooms. Persons employed in this class shall have all the powers of a peace officer, as set forth in section 2.20 of Criminal Procedure Law, when performing the duties of protecting property or persons on such premises. The work is performed under general supervision of the Police Chief. The incumbent does related work as required.