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Online Learning Certificate Programs

Four new online learning certificate programs are now available with a focus on computer training, interpersonal communication, work management, and writing skills. Earn a Certificate, Gain a Competitive Edge A certificate can prepare CSEA-represented NYS employees to advance their careers or gain extra knowledge to stay competitive in their current positions. The following certificate programs also offer an alternative to the mandatory in-person courses required for the state’s Administrative Assistant Traineeship.

2023 Annual Mandatory Training

Human Resources would like to announce the annual rollout of mandatory online training courses through the Thomson Reuters Compliance Learning Program. These include: Preventing Workplace Violence, Domestic Violence Prevention in the Workplace, Child Sexual Abuse Reporting & Prevention, Preventing Discrimination and Harassment, HazCom/Right to Know, and Information Security Awareness.

Department of Civil Service Updates

New York Department of Civil Service

The Department of Civil Service is alerting you, at your request, that the following examination announcements have been updated and added to our public website.

When filing your online application, please be advised that technical assistance is available Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

GOER Pre-Retirement Planning 2-day Program

We are pleased to let you know that the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations (GOER) Work Life Services (WLS) will again offer virtual Spring 2023 NYS Pre-Retirement DIRECTIONS Sessions from February – June 2023. Using the WexEx platform, these live sessions will be conducted bi-weekly over 2 days using the following schedule and agenda:

Supplemental Retirement Plan Information

Supplemental retirement savings providers are prepared to assist and speak with employees about retirement planning and enrollment.

Please view the following video resources for more information:

Department of Civil Service Updates

New York Department of Civil Service

The Department of Civil Service is alerting you, at your request, that the following examination announcements have been updated and added to our public website.

When filing your online application, please be advised that technical assistance is available Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

New Job Examination Announcements

New York Department of Civil ServiceDepartment of Civil Service is alerting you that the following examination announcements have been updated and added to our public website.

When filing your online application, please be advised that technical assistance is available Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.