Review Vacancy
AgencyHomes and Community Renewal
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $141581 to $178874 Annually
Duties Description New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) fosters the creation and preservation of high-quality affordable housing, while working strategically to revitalize neighborhoods and communities throughout the Empire State. Under the leadership of Governor Kathy Hochul and Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas, HCR is a vibrant, innovative agency that integrates and leverages New York State’s housing resources. We have offices in New York City, Albany, Buffalo and Syracuse, and employ a diverse workforce of professionals who are hard-working and committed to serving low- and moderate-income families. Our mission is far reaching, encompassing single and multifamily housing finance, home improvement, rent regulation, housing subsidies, and community development. We partner regularly with a variety of public and private stakeholders.
Achieving this mission requires a wide range of skills and backgrounds in public policy, administration, real estate, architecture, finance, law and many other areas of expertise. We seek to provide a workplace environment that is productive, flexible, accountable, ethical and caring. Our employees are empowered to make a difference where they live and work. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, retirement and family-friendly policies.
DUTIES
* Legal: Evaluates legislative bills for their respective impact on agency operations and programs, as well as reviews and approves pertinent rules and regulations. Advise the Deputy Commissioner regarding the implementation of local, State or any Federal legislation and court decisions.
* Managerial: convenes biweekly meetings of senior staff to review and discuss the prevalent issues in and of concern to the Stabilized Tenancy and Rent Review Bureau (STARR) Bureau. regularly reviews forms utilized by the Bureau to determine whether an update (based upon changes in policy or law) is required. plans, organizes, and implements the functions of the Bureau.
* Personnel: reviews staffing needs and where required, reallocates staff according to the Bureau's needs. reviews time sheets of senior staff in the Bureau. engages staff at the unit's initiative or at their request to address issues of concern to such staff, the agency or both. prepares, reviews, and submits evaluation and telecommuting reports on staff, in addition to reviewing their requests for leave, and grants or denies such requests based upon the Bureau's needs. engages (and discusses strategies with) our personnel department, the Deputy Commissioner of ORA, and pertinent supervisors in the Bureau regarding individual staffers for whom disciplinary action may be required and where required implement those strategies.
* Administrative: prepares for and participates in regular strategic discussions
involving the development of policy and the implementation of procedures with HCR's Office of Legal Affairs (OLA), the Deputy Commissioner of ORA and colleagues regarding recent court decisions or matters pending in each Bureau of novel or otherwise significant import. engages OLA to assess specific cases and general issues in her Bureau primarily as they relate to pending or potential court proceedings. prepares and offers critical analysis in group or individual discussions with other Bureau Chiefs, the Deputy Commissioner of ORA, OLA, the Chief Operating Officer, and the Commissioner involving the review of matters political, legislative, or regulatory in nature, about agency policies and practices. reviews and respond to inquiries from the public or elected officials on issues relating to the processing of cases or the interpretation and application of existing precedents.
* Processing: reviews and responds to requests for expedited treatment of cases. reviews selected draft decisions on the various case types processed in the Bureau prior to their issuance and either approves or edits them accordingly (on occasion in consultation with OLA). Within the Bureau's legal unit, establishes goals and priorities for legal staff. evaluates and approves legal interpretations, advisory opinions, forms, policy memoranda and other documents prepared by staff. drafts and revises regulations and other documents.
PLEASE NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, and the employee will also perform reasonable related business duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree and eight years of relevant experience.
Substitutions: Four years of specialized experience or associate’s degree and two years of specialized experience may substitute for bachelor’s degree;
J.D. or master’s degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for two years of specialized experience
Additional Comments Applicants must include a cover letter, resume, college degree for review. Applicant must describe in a cover letter how they meet the minimum qualifications, and how the work experienced outlined in the accompanying resume relates to the available position. Please note the vacancy ID in the subject line of your email when applying. If you are applying from Indeed, please indicate the location of the position and paste the job duties into your reply.
Your educational credentials must have been awarded by an educational institution accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the United States (U.S.) Department of Education/Secretary of Education. If awarded by an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, you MUST provide independent verification of equivalency when applying. A list of companies that provide these services (fees must be paid to the company you choose) can be found at: http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm.
It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume/email submission. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications and provide the requested documents above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
NYS Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. HCR is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. HCR embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.
What we offer:
•Exciting opportunity to be part of New York’s resurgence to greatness;
•Extensive benefits package including paid leave, excellent health, dental, vision and retirement benefits;
•Promotional opportunity for dedicated professionals.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address job.opportunities@hcr.ny.gov
Address
Street 92-31 Union Hall Street
Notes on ApplyingApplicants must include a cover letter, resume and college degree for review. Applicant must describe in a cover letter how they meet the minimum qualifications, and how the work experienced outlined in the accompanying resume relates to the available position. Please note the vacancy ID in the subject line of your email when applying. If you are applying from Indeed, please indicate the location of the position and paste the job duties into your reply.
Your educational credentials must have been awarded by an educational institution accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the United States (U.S.) Department of Education/Secretary of Education. If awarded by an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, you MUST provide independent verification of equivalency when applying. A list of companies that provide these services (fees must be paid to the company you choose) can be found at: http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm.
It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume/email submission. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications and provide the requested documents above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
NYS Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. HCR is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. HCR embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.
What we offer:
•Exciting opportunity to be part of New York’s resurgence to greatness;
•Extensive benefits package including paid leave, excellent health, dental, vision and retirement benefits;
•Promotional opportunity for dedicated professionals.