🏥 NYS Department of Health
✓ Many NY HELPS Positions — No Exam Required
⚠️ Multiple deadlines falling between June 1–26, 2026. Several positions close in early June. NY HELPS positions do not require a traditional civil service exam — apply directly through the DOH careers portal. Visit health.ny.gov/employment/entry.htm to apply for any position on this page.
Total Vacancies
60+
current openings
NY HELPS Positions
Many
no exam required
Primary Location
Albany
+ 15 other sites
Grade Levels
6–27
entry to senior
The New York State Department of Health (DOH) is currently hiring across dozens of positions in health administration, data analysis, research, nursing, engineering, and more. Many openings are available through the NY HELPS program — meaning they can be filled without a traditional competitive civil service exam, making them faster to apply for and easier to land. Positions are primarily based in Albany with additional locations statewide.
✓ What is NY HELPS? NY HELPS (Hiring Emergency Limited Placement Statewide) allows NYS agencies to fill positions without going through the traditional competitive civil service exam process. If a position is labeled “NY HELPS,” you can apply directly — no exam required, no waiting for an eligible list.
🚨 Closing Soon — Apply Before June 5, 2026
Closes June 1Grade NS
Public Health Inspector — Multiple Positions
⏰ Deadline: June 1, 2026
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Closes June 1Grade NS
Office Assistant 1 (Keyboarding) — Multiple Positions
⏰ Deadline: June 1, 2026
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Closes June 1Grade NS
Student Assistant — Multiple Locations
⏰ Deadline: June 1, 2026
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Closes June 1Grade 668
Chief of Medical Services — NYS Veterans’ Home at Oxford
⏰ Deadline: June 1, 2026
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Closes June 2NY HELPSGrade 9
Medicaid Eligibility Examiner 1 (NY HELPS)
⏰ Deadline: June 2, 2026
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Closes June 2Grade 6
Office Assistant 1 (NY HELPS) — Hornell
⏰ Deadline: June 2, 2026
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Closes June 3Grade 14
Assistant Research Scientist (Biology)
⏰ Deadline: June 3, 2026
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Closes June 3Grade 18
Research Scientist (Analytical Chemistry)
⏰ Deadline: June 3, 2026
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Closes June 3NY HELPSGrade 23
Call Center Quality Assurance Specialist 2 (NY HELPS)
⏰ Deadline: June 3, 2026
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Apply at the NYS DOH Careers Portal
All NYS Department of Health positions are applied for directly through the DOH employment website. Browse the full vacancy list and apply online at health.ny.gov/employment.
View All Openings at health.ny.gov ↗NY HELPS positions can be filled without a traditional civil service exam. Apply directly through the DOH portal.
📅 Deadlines June 4–12, 2026
Closes June 4NY HELPSGrade 23
Associate Health Care Management Systems Analyst (NY HELPS)
📅 Deadline: June 4, 2026
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Closes June 4NY HELPSGrade 23
Associate Health Care Management Systems Analyst (NY HELPS)
📅 Deadline: June 4, 2026
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Closes June 5NY HELPSGrade 25
Call Center Quality Assurance Specialist 3 (NY HELPS)
📅 Deadline: June 5, 2026
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Closes June 8NY HELPSGrade 18
Medical Assistance Specialist 1 (NY HELPS)
📅 Deadline: June 8, 2026
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Closes June 9Grade M6
Deputy Director — Bureau of Professional Medical Conduct (Associate Counsel)
📅 Deadline: June 9, 2026
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Closes June 9Grade 18
Data Analyst 1 — Albany (32409)
📅 Deadline: June 9, 2026
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Closes June 9Grade 18
Data Analyst 1 — Albany (32802)
📅 Deadline: June 9, 2026
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Closes June 10Grade 18
Data Analyst 1 — Albany (21)
📅 Deadline: June 10, 2026
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Closes June 10Grade NS
AI Governance Lead — Project Director
📅 Deadline: June 10, 2026
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Closes June 10Grade NS
Deputy Director — Bureau of Administrative Hearings (Associate Counsel)
📅 Deadline: June 10, 2026
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Closes June 11NY HELPSGrade 22
Health Care Surveyor 2 (Nursing) (NY HELPS)
📅 Deadline: June 11, 2026
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Closes June 11NY HELPSGrade 23
Medicaid Redesign Analyst 2 (NY HELPS)
📅 Deadline: June 11, 2026
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Closes June 11NY HELPSGrade 18
Health Program Administrator / Trainee 1 / Trainee 2 (NY HELPS)
📅 Deadline: June 11, 2026
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Closes June 11Grade NS
Student Assistant — Armonk / Westchester
📅 Deadline: June 11, 2026
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Closes June 11Grade 22
Health Care Surveyor 3 (Nursing) (NY HELPS)
📅 Deadline: June 11, 2026
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Closes June 12Grade 18
Data Analyst 1 — Albany (12348)
📅 Deadline: June 12, 2026
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Closes June 12NY HELPSGrade 14
Medicaid Eligibility Examiner 2 (NY HELPS)
📅 Deadline: June 12, 2026
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Closes June 12Grade 22
Asst Research Scientist / Research Scientist 1 / 2 (Biostatistics / Health Services Research)
📅 Deadline: June 12, 2026
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Closes June 12Grade NS
Student Assistant — Oneonta (7148)
📅 Deadline: June 12, 2026
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📅 Deadlines June 15–26, 2026
June 15NY HELPSGrade 18
Medicaid Redesign Analyst / Trainee 1 / Trainee 2 (NY HELPS)
📅 Deadline: June 15, 2026
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June 15NY HELPSGrade 23
Associate Health Care Management Systems Analyst (NY HELPS)
📅 Deadline: June 15, 2026
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June 15Grade 27
Research Scientist 4 (Analytical Chemistry)
📅 Deadline: June 15, 2026
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June 15NY HELPSGrade 18
Health Program Administrator / Trainee 1 / Trainee 2 (NY HELPS)
📅 Deadline: June 15, 2026
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June 15NY HELPSGrade 18
Senior Health Care Management Systems Analyst / Trainee 1, 2 (NY HELPS)
📅 Deadline: June 15, 2026
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June 15NY HELPSGrade 18
Senior Health Care Management Systems Analyst / Trainee 1, 2 (NY HELPS)
📅 Deadline: June 15, 2026
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June 16Grade 25
Hearing Officer 1 (Administrative Law Judge) / Assistant Hearing Officer / Assistant Attorney 2
📅 Deadline: June 16, 2026
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June 20NY HELPSGrade 23
Laboratory Center Administrator (NY HELPS)
📅 Deadline: June 20, 2026
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June 26NY HELPSGrade 24
Professional Engineer 1 (Environmental) (NY HELPS)
📅 Deadline: June 26, 2026
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June 12NY HELPSGrade 18
Health Program Administrator (NY HELPS) — Multiple Vacancies
📅 Deadline: June 12, 2026
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Aug 9NY HELPSGrade 18
Health Program Administrator / Trainee (NY HELPS)
📅 Deadline: August 9, 2026
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📊 All Vacancies — Quick Reference Table
Complete listing sorted by application deadline:
| Position | Grade | Location | Deadline | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief of Medical Services (62201) | 668 | Oxford | June 1 | Apply → |
| Public Health Inspector — Statewide (Multiple) | NS | 10 sites | June 1 | Apply → |
| Office Assistant 1 (Keyboarding) — Multiple | NS | 5 sites | June 1 | Apply → |
| Student Assistant — Multiple (9 sites) | NS | 9 sites | June 1 | Apply → |
| Medicaid Eligibility Examiner 1 NY HELPS (79047, 79592) | 9 | Albany | June 2 | Apply → |
| Office Assistant 1 NY HELPS (41155) | 6 | Hornell | June 2 | Apply → |
| Asst Research Scientist Biology (10724) | 14 | Albany | June 3 | Apply → |
| Research Scientist Analytical Chemistry (14443) | 18 | Albany | June 3 | Apply → |
| Call Center QA Specialist 2 NY HELPS (80486) | 23 | Buffalo | June 3 | Apply → |
| Assoc Health Care Mgmt Systems Analyst NY HELPS (61117) | 23 | Albany | June 4 | Apply → |
| Assoc Health Care Mgmt Systems Analyst NY HELPS (60206) | 23 | Albany | June 4 | Apply → |
| Call Center QA Specialist 3 NY HELPS (80481) | 25 | Albany | June 5 | Apply → |
| Medical Assistance Specialist 1 NY HELPS (80167) | 18 | Albany | June 8 | Apply → |
| Data Analyst 1 (32409 & 32802) | 18 | Albany | June 9 | Apply → |
| AI Governance Lead — Project Director (Albany + NYC) | NS | Albany / NYC | June 10 | Apply → |
| Health Care Surveyor 3 Nursing NY HELPS (79039) | 22 | Albany | June 11 | Apply → |
| Health Care Surveyor 2 Nursing NY HELPS (47064) | 20 | New Rochelle | June 11 | Apply → |
| Research Scientist 4 Analytical Chemistry (14071) | 27 | Albany | June 15 | Apply → |
| Medicaid Redesign Analyst / Trainee 1 / 2 NY HELPS (99411) | 18 | Albany | June 15 | Apply → |
| Hearing Officer 1 / Asst Hearing Officer / Asst Attorney 2 | 25 | Albany | June 16 | Apply → |
| Laboratory Center Administrator NY HELPS (11025) | 23 | Albany | June 20 | Apply → |
| Professional Engineer 1 (Environmental) NY HELPS (17168) | 24 | Albany | June 26 | Apply → |
| Health Program Administrator / Trainee NY HELPS (32168) | 18 | Albany | Aug 9 | Apply → |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for a NYS Department of Health job?
All applications are submitted through the NYS DOH employment portal at health.ny.gov/employment/entry.htm. Find the vacancy number for the position you want, click the listing, and follow the instructions to apply. Most positions require a NYS Civil Service online account.
What is the NY HELPS program?
NY HELPS (Hiring Emergency Limited Placement Statewide) allows NYS agencies to fill certain positions without the traditional competitive civil service examination process. Positions marked “NY HELPS” can be filled by direct appointment — no civil service exam required, no waiting for an eligible list. This significantly speeds up the hiring process for both applicants and agencies.
What grade levels are available and what do they mean for salary?
NYS grade levels (e.g., Grade 6, 18, 23, 27) correspond directly to salary ranges. Higher grade levels equal higher pay. “NS” indicates the salary is negotiated separately. As a general guide: Grade 6 is entry-level support staff; Grade 18 is mid-level professional; Grade 23–25 is senior professional; Grade 27+ is specialist/management level. Visit cs.ny.gov/pay for the current NYS salary schedule.
Do I need to live in Albany to apply for these positions?
No. Many positions are based in Albany, but there are also openings in Buffalo, New Rochelle, NYC, and regional locations across the state. Additionally, NYS residency (not necessarily Albany residency) is generally required for NYS government positions. Check each individual vacancy for specific location and residency requirements.
What kind of jobs does the NYS Department of Health offer?
NYS DOH hires across a wide spectrum — from entry-level Office Assistants and Student Assistants to senior Research Scientists, Data Analysts, Public Health Inspectors, Medicaid specialists, Health Care Surveyors, Nurses, Engineers, and Legal/Hearing Officer titles. The current list also includes emerging roles like AI Governance Lead and data analytics positions.
Apply at the NYS Department of Health Careers Portal
Multiple deadlines in June 2026. Many positions available through NY HELPS — no civil service exam required. Apply directly through the DOH employment website.
View & Apply at health.ny.gov ↗Check the DOH portal directly for the most current vacancy list and any new positions added after this page was published.