NEW YORK (1010 WINS) — Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Tuesday that New York State is launching an initiative to hire federal workers who have been impacted by the mass firings being carried out by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency.
The governor announced the “You’re Hired” initiative in a video to potential recruits on social media, and is using the move by DOGE to strengthen the state’s public workforce.
“The federal government might say, ‘You’re fired,’ but here in New York, we say, ‘You’re hired.’ In fact, we love federal workers,” Hochul said. “Whatever your skills, we value public service. Come join our New York State family.”
Since becoming governor, Hochul has worked to build programs supporting public servants in New York. These include creating 10 Centers for Careers in Government to help individuals seek guidance on civil service systems and career opportunities, lifting the hiring freeze and expanding opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
In 2023, Hochul extended parental leave to be 12 weeks full-paid for all state employees. The next year she temporarily waived civil service exam requirements for job vacancies and filled tens of thousands of appointments.
“We love federal workers,” Hochul said in her video. “Whatever your skills, we value public service.”
Thousands of new and career federal workers have been laid off in the effort to slash government bureaucracy during the first month of the Trump administration. There is no official tally of the total number of firings.
“Public service is a noble calling, and we’re looking for the best and brightest to come work for New York State,” New York State Department of Civil Service Commissioner and Civil Service Commission President Timothy R. Hogues said. “By coming to work for the Empire State, you’ll have the opportunity to help your neighbors, community and state in a variety of ways — serving, protecting, and caring for your fellow New Yorkers and our wonderful resources in solid, stable jobs.”
Those interested can check out opportunities at ny.gov/wewantyou.