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Review Vacancy
Date Posted 11/18/24
Applications Due11/28/24
Vacancy ID173138
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NY HELPYes
AgencyTemporary and Disability Assistance, Office of
TitleManagement Specialist 1 or Trainee 1 or 2 (NY HELPS)
Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing
Salary Grade18
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $52198 to $82656 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 25%
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 9 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? Yes
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
County New York
Street Address Audit and Quality Improvement
317 Lenox Avenue
City New York
StateNY
Zip Code10027
Minimum Qualifications NY HELPS: This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, candidates may be hired via a non-competitive appointment if they meet the below NY HELPS minimum qualifications.
At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
NON-COMPETITIVE QUALIFICATIONS:
For Trainee 1, a bachelor's or higher degree.
For Trainee 2, a bachelor's degree and one year of professional experience conducting comprehensive audits of the management, program, and fiscal affairs of local social services districts and of providers of health care or other services; and performing eligibility reviews of applicants for and recipients of public assistance for the purpose of determining compliance with Federal and State statutes, regulations, and billing protocols.
For the Full Performance Level, a bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience conducting comprehensive audits of the management, program, and fiscal affairs of local social services districts and of providers of health care or other services; and performing eligibility reviews of applicants for and recipients of public assistance for the purpose of determining compliance with Federal and State statutes, regulations, and billing protocols.
OR
55 B/C: This position is eligible for 55b/c appointment, and candidates with 55b/c eligibility are encouraged to apply. To be eligible for a 55b/c appointment, candidate must be currently enrolled in the Civil Service 55b/c program and must meet the minimum qualifications listed above. Information about the 55b/c program can be found here:
COMPETITIVE QUALIFICATIONS:
Eligible for a lateral transfer or eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law by having one year of permanent competitive service in an appropriate title. Information regarding transfer eligibility is available on the Civil Service Career Mobility Office website at
OR
Reachable on the appropriate eligible list in New York City.
Duties Description The candidate must develop an in-depth knowledge of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and gain an understanding of the federal and state regulations that govern the program. This is a dynamic program, and the rules and regulations are constantly changing. The candidate will then learn about the SNAP Quality Control review process and develop the policy and technical skills necessary to accurately complete these reviews. The candidate will also be needed for various other projects such as performance audits, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families - Maintenance of Effort (TANF/MOE) reporting, data matching reviews, etc.
The duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Develop an understanding of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program;
* Develop a working knowledge of the SNAP Quality Control review process and objective;
* Develop and maintain knowledge of other program areas, data sources and audit policies;
* Perform SNAP Quality Control reviews and other audits;
* Assist supervisor in developing controls, procedures, case review records and work papers;
* Analyze data and develop audit findings and case determinations;
* Submit findings/determinations for supervisory review and compile into narrative and/or statistical reports and summaries;
* Communicate in a professional and respectful manner both orally and in writing with coworkers, supervisors, recipients, and local district staff;
* Discuss problems encountered and propose solutions to supervisory staff;
* Develop and maintain a working knowledge of computer hardware and software (e.g. Welfare Management System (WMS), Quality Control Information System (QCIS) data collection system, etc.); and
* Perform required administrative duties.
Additional Comments A full-time, permanent or contingent permanent appointment will be made. This position requires up to 25% travel. If certified by Civil Service, mandatory reemployment list candidates must be considered first for appointment to this title. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Your resume must indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Non-specific submissions may be disqualified from further consideration if the information you provide does not meet the minimum qualifications.
Telecommuting up to 50% may be available in accordance with The Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance policy and can be discussed during the interview.
Interested applicants should send an email with their resume attached to ...@otda.ny.gov and reference posting #24275NY. DO NOT REFERENCE THE VACANCY ID NUMBER.
Salary for Trainee 1 starts at $52,198
Salary for Trainee 2 starts at $58,247
NYS OTDA seeks to promote a diverse workforce that is a representation of the various cultures, voices, backgrounds, ideas, and talents of the citizens and communities that we serve. We actively solicit and encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and People of Color ( BIPOC ); LGBTQIA+ individuals; women; people with disabilities; and military veterans.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Recruitment Unit
Telephone
Fax (518) ###-####
Email Address ...@otda.ny.gov
Address
Street 40 North Pearl Street, 12B
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12243
Notes on ApplyingTo apply, please send a cover letter and resume. Include a current, Civil Service title and grade level and clearly state how you meet the minimum qualifications.
Interested applicants should send an email with their resume attached to ...@otda.ny.gov and reference posting #24275NY. DO NOT REFERENCE THE VACANCY ID NUMBER.
You may be required to provide acceptable proof of education, experience, credential and/or license to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications for appointment to this position.
Applicants will be required to prove their eligibility for employment based upon acceptance of a position in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
If you are a retiree currently receiving benefits, indicate this and the name of the retirement system in your response.
In accordance with state law, Governor's Executive Order No. 6 and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance does not discriminate against disabled individuals. If you are disabled and require reasonable accommodation at the time of the interview, please contact OTDA's designee for reasonable accommodation at (518) ###-####.