Occupation Interest Directory

Please note: the information provided may be subject to change.

This directory offers the option of researching title information by occupation. The Occupational Directory is based on the New York occupational codes found in the New York State Title and Salary plan. By selecting an occupation the user will be provided with a listing of titles within that occupation. Select a title to see the title's salary grade, job description and qualifications, examination information (if applicable) and related career mobility options.


To begin: Select the occupation you are interested in. You will then be provided with a more detailed listing of specific occupations. Select the specific occupation which will return a list of titles within that occupation. Titles included in the NY HELPS program will clearly be identified. Click on a title for detailed information.


Accounting/Auditing/Financial Administration Employees in these titles deal with the financial and budgetary aspects of the State.

Administration & Office Support Employees in these titles manage the administration of the State. Titles range from clerical to professional levels.

Agriculture Employees in these titles range from farming to food production and inspection.

Architecture Employees in these titles include positions in the areas of architecture and landscape design.

Automotive Licensure & Traffic Safety Employees in these titles deal with everything from obtaining a driver's license to the inspection of automotive service stations.

Child Care & Pastoral Services Employees in these titles provide services that range from Chaplains to child care supervisors.

Economic Development Employees in these titles promote the economic development of New York State.

Education, Archives & Records Mgt. Employees in these titles are primarily in the fields of teaching and records management.

Engineering Employees in these titles range from Civil Engineers to Environmental Engineers.

Environmental Conservation & Parks and Recreation Employees in these titles administer and maintain New York State's environment and parks.

Healthcare Providers Employees in these titles provide health care services to the State's consumers.

Human Resource Management Employees in these titles deal with staffing, recruitment, staff training, and development.

Information Technology Employees in these titles deal with computer programming and systems support.

Insurance Administration & Underwriting Employees in these titles deal with claims processing, adjudication, agency compliance, and underwriting.

Investigations Employees in these titles investigate and ensure agency and/or facility compliance with rules/laws governing operations.

Janitorial Services Employees in these titles maintain the cleanliness of State buildings and facilities.

Legal Specialties Employees in these titles deal with everything from rendering counsel, drafting legislation, rules and regulations to reviewing contracts and conducting hearings.

Maintenance & Operations Employees in these titles deal with grounds, building and mechanical maintenance.

Nutrition & Food Services Employees in these titles prepare, produce and serve food to the State's consumers.

Planning & Analysis & Research Employees in these titles analyze policy, statistics, demographics and economics to determine the most efficient and effective way to manage the State's resources.

Printing Employees in these titles handle the printing and compiling of State publications.

Public Safety Employees in these titles enforce the provisions of Law, Rules, and Regulations relating to health, sanitation and safety.

Purchasing & Contract Management Employees in these titles perform office and field duties related to the acquisition, use and maintenance of office space used by State agencies.

Scientists & Researchers Employees in these titles are involved in specialized subject matter fields in the medical biological and behavioral sciences.

Security, Corrections & Criminal Justice Employees in these titles provide security and supervision to individuals who are or were incarcerated.