N.Y. civil service: New resources available for jobseekers across the state, including NYC

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Multiple resources for jobseekers are now available in person and throughout communities across New York, including New York City, to bolster recruitment for thousands of vacant openings within state agencies, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced this week.

The New York State Department of Civil Service has partnered with the New York State Department of Labor in establishing the Centers for Careers in Government within specific New York State Department of Labor Career Centers, including a center at 215 West 125th St. in Manhattan.

“It’s been a priority of my administration to support the existing state workforce and bolster their ranks by reducing barriers to employment and making it easier than ever to seek a job with New York State,” Hochul said. “Public service is a noble career, and state employees make a real difference in the lives of millions of New Yorkers daily — I encourage the best and brightest to join State service and make a positive impact in their communities today.”

Staff located in offices throughout New York state are available to assist job seekers with the information needed to obtain meaningful and rewarding careers in public service, according to the Centers for Careers in Government website, which also offers information on upcoming job fairs and workshops to learn about careers in public service.

“Always wanted a state job, but unsure where to begin? The Department of Civil Service and the Department of Labor can help. Under Governor Hochul’s leadership, Team Civil Service is committed to reducing barriers and meeting job seekers where they are, while demystifying the application and hiring process to build a workforce that is reflective of the many unique faces, voices, backgrounds, and ideas of those we serve,” said New York State Department of Civil Service Commissioner and President of the Civil Service Commission Timothy R. Hogues.

Staff at the centers will assist jobseekers in learning about the opportunities in public service and how and when to apply, while also providing enhanced resources to current state employees within their coverage area to bolster career mobility and transfer opportunities.