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AgencyTemporary and Disability Assistance, Office of

TitleTemporary Assistance Specialist 4

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade664

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $127507 to $160911 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

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

County Albany

Street Address Employment and Income Support Programs

40 North Pearl Street

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12243

Duties Description The Temporary Assistance Specialist 4 position will be assigned to the Division of Employment and Income Support (EISP) in the Upstate Systems Bureau (USB) and will directly report to the EISP Deputy Commissioner.
USB is composed of several inter-related units, including the legacy system area including the Welfare Management System (WMS), Automated Budgeting and Eligibility Logic (ABEL), and Client Notice System (CNS) along with MyBenefits/MyWorkspace, Intelligent Auto Fill (IAF), Imaging/Electronic Document Repository (I/EDR), On-Site Scanning (OSS), and the Welfare to Work Case Management System (WTWCMS) in addition to an Operations Management unit. USB supports systems changes for these systems for districts outside of NYC and coordinates closely with the Downstate Systems Bureau (DSB) to ensure consistent systems support and implementation on a statewide basis. USB responsibilities also include coordination with related systems such as Welfare Reporting and Tracking System (WRTS) and Benefit Issuance and Control System (BICS) and with financial management processes related to the systems.
USB is also responsible for the management of EISP forms and general issuance letters, including the local equivalent process and coordination on behalf of EISP on language access.
USB also performs administrative functions such as issuance and posting of General Information System (GIS) messages, coordination and maintenance of links for CentraPort, and maintenance of systems related manuals and website materials.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide leadership and direction for all USB activities in accordance with the agency vision and priorities. Provide opportunities for staff growth and mentorship. Create an inclusive environment.
• Directly supervise three (3) grade 27 unit heads and manage the USB staff of approximately 33 staff plus the LEADS contract team. Manage personnel and administrative functions in accordance with agency guidelines as outlined the Administrative Policies & Procedures Manual (APPM).
• Effectively coordinate activities within EISP and with other Divisions, Information Technology Services (ITS), and external stakeholders to ensure that systems support meets the user needs.
• Represent USB at meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support Integrated Eligibility System (IES) initiatives and projects by providing expertise, attending meetings, and reviewing documents.
• Review and analyze systems requests, legislative and departmental proposals for system implications and provide analysis, including cost estimates.
• Track and report USB activities. Alert leadership to issues and concerns.

Minimum Qualifications Eligible for a lateral transfer or transfer under 52.6 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/.

Preferred Skills:
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. A knowledge of current USB systems and functions is desired but not required.


OR

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

Additional Comments A full-time, permanent competitive appointment will be made. 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 #26-101. 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.

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 #26-101 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.