Review Vacancy
AgencyChildren & Family Services, Office of
TitleSenior Budget Analyst 1/Trainee 1/2 (NY HELPS)
Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $51920 to $80860 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Duties Description This position in the Bureau of Budget Management (BBM) reflects and supports the mission of the Office of Children & Family Services (OCFS) to protect the State’s most vulnerable populations, improve the safety and well-being of children, youth and families within their communities.
The incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the development of the OCFS Local Assistance program budget for the Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), which includes a myriad of tasks and responsibilities in a fast-paced Team environment. The candidate will be guided to work independently on projects while being supported by BBM management. Under the direction of the Associate Budgeting Analyst and/or the Senior Budgeting Analyst, the incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the development of the agency Budget Request, review and analysis of legislative proposals and implementation of the Enacted State Budget. The incumbent will learn and be responsible for understanding Federal, and State regulations, laws, policies, and proposals, and for preparing fiscal analyses related to assigned programs.
Budget Implementation- The incumbent will perform day-to-day budgeting analyst functions such as reviewing program plans, Requests for Proposals, policy directives, programmatic narratives, Federal and State legislation, allocations, and agreements with other State agencies. Tasks include coordinating with program staff and preparing fiscal analyses.
Budget Monitoring- The incumbent will be responsible for monitoring expenditures, preparing fiscal analyses and budget journals, developing cash projections, analyzing Federal and other revenue funding to develop allocation plans, and working with OCFS staff, and other staff, as necessary, to complete assigned tasks.
The incumbent will also be tasked with other position appropriate duties, including but not limited to: - Prepare and analyze agency budget requests. - Monitor revenue and expenditures related to a variety of program accounts. - Develop account specific cost projections. - Prepare account specific spending reports for internal and external distribution. - Monitor and manage contracts related to specific program accounts. -Monitor and track authorized units related to specific program accounts. - Assist in monitoring capital fund disbursements. - Maintain spreadsheets. Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview.
Minimum Qualifications Transfer:
In order to be eligible for transfer, candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c service as a Budgeting Analyst Trainee 1, Budgeting Analyst Trainee 2, or Senior Budgeting Analyst and be eligible for transfer under Section 52.6 or Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS)* and includes a traineeship opportunity. The applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications at the appropriate level based on their experience and education to be considered for this position.
Budgeting Analyst Trainee 1 (equated to SG-13): A bachelor's or higher degree
Budgeting Analyst Trainee 2 (equated to SG-14): A bachelor's or higher degree and one year of professional experience in budget estimation, justification, and expenditure control functions. (A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.)
Senior Budgeting Analyst, SG-18: A bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience in budget estimation, justification, and expenditure control functions. (A Juris Doctor, master’s, or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience).
Additional Comments For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. 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 with 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. Candidates who took and passed the most recent holding of the Professional Careers Opportunities (PCO) Exam are encouraged to apply.
The starting salary listed applies to candidates starting as a Budgeting Analyst Trainee 1, equated to a SG-13. The salary for candidates appointed to a Senior Budgeting Analyst SG-18 starts at $65,164. For current New York State employees, salary is based on the candidate’s salary at the time of hire.
Free parking is available at the Rensselaer location. Work hours are 9-5 with periodic mandatory overtime during the budget season.
NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines and can be discussed at time of interview.
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. In furtherance of Executive Order 31 and OCFS’s mission to have a diverse workforce, all people with disabilities are encouraged 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.
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Name New York State Office of Children and Family Services
Email Address eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov
Address
Street Bureau of Personnel - ERS
52 Washington Street, 231 North
Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should e-mail their resume and letter of interest to eoajobpostings@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.