Job Description

Business Unit: Long Island Rail Road

Location: Queens, NY, United States

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Asst. CO Planning&Oper Support

Date Posted: Jul 8, 2026

Job Title: Secretary

Department: Engineering

MTA Agency: LIRR

Primary Location(s): Bethpage

100% Hourly Rate of Pay: $39.889 *(See Wage Progression)

Position Classification: Non-safety Sensitive

Union Affiliation: Transportation Communications Union (TCU)

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

About your agency

Chartered in 1834, the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) is the largest, busiest, and oldest continuously operating commuter railroad in the United States. In 2024, this 24/7/365 operation served 75.5 million riders on a system that stretches nearly 120 miles – from Penn Station and Grand Central Madison in Manhattan to Montauk on the eastern tip of Long Island.

Summary

This position is a support position for the Engineering Department, supporting activities for the department's Officers and other Engineering managers.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for the daily handling, coordinating, and monitoring of correspondence and activities for the Engineering Department. Use initiative, good judgment, and discretion at all times in performing non-routine administrative and secretarial duties, while maintaining an efficient work environment and recognizing the confidential nature of this position.
• Perform typing, scheduling, filing, and maintenance of all records. Organize and coordinate meetings, transcribe and distribute minutes. Provide secretarial support for the Engineering Department.
• General clerical duties, including filing, preparing payroll timecards, handling mail, maintaining office files, and other clerical duties.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent (GED) approved by a State’s Department of
• Education or a recognized accredited organization.
• Must be able to type over 45 wpm.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, & Access).
• Must possess thorough knowledge of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and letter composition

Wage Progression

Wage Progression for Employees Hired on or Before September 24, 2014:

Step 1 70% Rate of Pay 1st 365 Calendar Days

Step 2 75% Rate of Pay 2nd 365 Calendar Days

Step 3 80% Rate of Pay 3rd 365 Calendar Days

Step 4 85% Rate of Pay 4th 365 Calendar Days

Step 5 90% Rate of Pay 5th 365 Calendar Days

After 1,825 calendar days, 100% Rate of pay

New Wage Progression for Employees Hired After September 24, 2014

11 Step 1 - New WP 70% 1st 365 Calendar Days

12 Step 2 - New WP 70% 2nd 365 Calendar Days

13 Step 3 - New WP 75% 3rd 365 Calendar Days

14 Step 4 - New WP 80% 4th 365 Calendar Days

15 Step 5 - New WP 85% 5th 365 Calendar Days

16 Step 6 - New WP 85% 6th 365 Calendar Days

17 Step 7 - New WP 90% 7th 365 Calendar Days

After 2,555 Calendar Days, 100% Rate of Pay

OTHER INFORMATION

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”). Actual salary offers may vary based on individual work experience. The annual salary range is subject to change and may be modified at the company’s discretion. Employees driving company vehicles must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MTA drivers, or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.

Current employees should be in their current position 12 months prior to starting a new role and must possess a satisfactory work history. Including attendance and discipline records. Candidates selected for this position may be placed in a competitive or non-competitive class position based on their qualifications

In addition to meeting the minimum requirements of the position, the selection process may include, but is not limited to, a pre-screening assessment (i.e., physical, written, and/ or practical evaluation) and interview. Candidates forfeit further consideration in the process if they fail to participate in any step of the process when scheduled. Make-up dates/times will not be given. In addition, LIRR employee applicants must be in their current position for the 12 months immediately preceding the close date of this posting and must possess a satisfactory work history, including attendance and discipline record. A record of more than ten sick days without medical documentation in two of the last three years is considered unsatisfactory attendance. Not all qualified applicants are guaranteed an interview due to the competitive selection process. A medical examination and a safety-sensitive drug/alcohol test may also be required.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/ADA DISCLAIMER

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

If you require reasonable accommodation for a medical condition or disability to participate in the job application or interview process, please notify your MTA representative once you have been contacted regarding the role.

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