Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyTemporary and Disability Assistance, Office of

TitleTemporary Assistance Specialist 4

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade664

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $133245 to $168152 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Employment and Income Support Programs, Employment and Advancement Services Bureau

40 North Pearl Street

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12243

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Temporary Assistance Specialist 4 position will be assigned to the Division of Employment and Income Support Programs (EISP) in the Employment and Advancement Services (EAS) Bureau and will directly report to the EISP Deputy Commissioner.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Responsible for the development and implementation of policy governing employment services for individuals receiving temporary assistance, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) 200% of poverty services, policies, and practices to promote access to work supports;

• Manage staff that provide direct day-to-day assistance to social services districts regarding employment services and work supports policy and program operations to ensure staff are well informed, consistently responsive to district needs, and effectively representing priorities and objectives. Staff oversight must also facilitate district compliance with State and federal requirements, which is judged based on a review of available data, knowledge of local operations, and comprehensive district monitoring;

• Develop State regulations and directives for social services districts on employment services matters including direct oversight of programs operated through allocations to districts such as the Flexible Fund for Family Services, SNAP Employment & Training Allocations, Family Centered Case Management Services(FCCMS), among others. Develop legislative and budget proposals and associated justification, legislative packages, implementation plans and other necessary items to secure approvals. Develop positions on externally proposed legislation and budget items. Develop and/or participate in agency reporting/compliance matters including federal work participation reporting and audit reviews;

• Provide detailed analysis of federal proposals and requirements affecting employment programs for persons receiving temporary assistance or SNAP. Develop associated advocacy plans. Develop and implement action plans necessary to ensure compliance with federal and state policies in a manner most advantageous to New York;

• Oversee the OTDA Jobs Program, which is carried out by out-stationed OTDA staff who provide Job placement services to directly support district efforts to help individuals obtain work to eliminate or reduce the need to rely on; and

• The successful candidate for this position should demonstrate excellent management skills, the ability to use effective project management tools, effective verbal and written communication skills, a high level of professional integrity, the ability to manage multiple priorities and associated deadlines, the ability to create a positive work environment, and the ability to support agency leadership in the vision and goals of the division and agency.

Minimum Qualifications Eligible for a lateral transfer or transfer under 52.6 or 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 https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/

OR

Reachable on the Temporary Assistance Specialist 4 eligible list in Albany.

Additional Comments A permanent full-time appointment will be made. You must be a current New York State employee to apply for this position. If certified by Civil Service, mandatory reemployment list candidates must be considered first for a permanent competitive appointment to this title. A background check of the selected candidate will be required if an exempt appointment is made. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. 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 jobpostings@otda.ny.gov and reference posting #26-113. DO NOT REFERENCE THE VACANCY ID NUMBER.

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. In alignment with New York State’s Executive Orders 187 and 31, OTDA is committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering an inclusive workplace.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Recruitment Unit

Telephone

Fax (518) 474-9374

Email Address jobpostings@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 jobpostings@otda.ny.gov and reference posting #26-113 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. If you require reasonable accommodation at the time of the interview, please contact OTDA's designee for reasonable accommodation at (518) 474-7284.