Student Assistant
: Job Details :

Current Enrolled StudentPreferred Standing SophomoreMinimum Standing: SophomoreDegree Concentrations: Business Administration, Communication Studies, Counseling, Financial Studies Duties Description This position will work within the Audit Unit to make routine determinations of compliance with agency rules and regulations to support the processing of claims funded by the Office of Children and Family Services, prepare routine correspondence to various stakeholders, and assist in the review and evaluation of payment related reports.Daily tasks will include but are not limited to the review of financial paperwork such as receipts and invoices, data entry, and related administrative tasks. This position will work as part of a small team.The unit operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with a 7.5-hour shift (two 15-minutebreaks and 30-minute lunch). During the school year an intern may work around their class schedule within the hours of operation above and during the summer can work up to 37.5 hours a week.Payment? PaidNumber of Hours: 30 or moreLocation: RensselaerNumber of Interns Needed: 1 Additional Comments Background Investigation Requirements:1) All prospective employees will be investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC), which includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee's employment application, may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information, and may be required to pay any necessary fees. 2) All prospective employees will be screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees will be required to pay any necessary fees.3) For Division of Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth (DJJOY) prospective appointees will be checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable. The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is an equal opportunity employer. OCFS does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We devote special attention to dismantling racial injustice and recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We are committed to the diversity of our staff, and encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply. All applicants must be dedicated to working in and sustaining an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived expertise, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff. Applicants of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to self-identify during the application process. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.Name New York State Office of Children and Family Services Telephone 518-###-#### Fax 518-###-#### Email Address ...@ocfs.ny.gov AddressStreet Bureau of Personnel - JMF 52 Washington Street, 231 North City Rensselaer State NY Zip Code 12144 Notes on Applying Qualified candidates should e-mail their resume and letter of interest to ...@ocfs.ny.gov You MUST include the Vacancy number of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify you for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by OCFS Personnel for your social security number to confirm your employment history.