Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyState Comptroller, Office of the

TitleProgram Research Specialist 1(Economics Finance), SG-18, Program Research Specialist Trainee 2 (EF), equated to SG-14, Program Research Specialist Trainee 1 (EF), equated to SG-13, Item # 04152

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $49363 to $82656 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Office of the New York State Comptroller

110 State Street

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12236

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Do you want a career with a purpose that provides work/life balance? Apply today to join the Office of the New York State Comptroller.

No exam required under the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program: Non-Competitive Qualifications for appointment under the NYHELPS Program:

For appointment to the Program Research Specialist TRAINEE 1 Economics Finance you must have: A bachelor's degree including or supplemented by nine semester credit hours in biostatistics, data analysis, data modeling, economics, econometrics, mathematics, research methods, or statistics.

For appointment to the Program Research Specialist TRAINEE 2 Economics Finance you must have: A bachelor’s degree including or supplemented by nine semester credit hours in statistics, biostatistics, economics, econometrics, mathematics, research methods, data analysis, data science, or data modeling and one year of professional research experience performing the collection, manipulation (e.g., data construction, merging data files, data cleaning, working with data files containing different levels of data) and evaluation of quantitative data directed toward review, analysis, and presentation related to program operations.

For appointment to the Program Research Specialist 1 Economics Finance you must have: A bachelor’s degree including or supplemented by nine semester credit hours in statistics, biostatistics, economics, econometrics, mathematics, research methods, data analysis, data science, or data modeling and two years of professional research experience performing the collection, manipulation (e.g., data construction, merging data files, data cleaning, working with data files containing different levels of data) and evaluation of quantitative data directed toward review, analysis, and presentation related to program operations.

Competitive Minimum Qualifications:
You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title, eligible under the 55 b/c program, or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 70.1, 52.6, or 70.4 of the Civil Service Law.

For 70.1, 52.6, or 70.4 transfer to a Program Research Specialist 1 Economics Finance, salary grade (SG)-18, you must have two years of permanent competitive, or 55-b/55-c service in an approved title for transfer allocated to a SG-16 or above. SG-12 or above for a Trainee 2, SG-11 or above for a Trainee 1, depending on qualifications.

To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: Career Mobility Office » GOT-IT (ny.gov)

Appointments via transfer must not result in a second, consecutive transfer with an advancement of more than two S-grades or one M-grade.

Depending on qualifications, you may be required to serve a 1 or 2-year traineeship that leads to the full level SG-18 position.

55-b/c:
This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.
For more information on this program, please visit the NYS Department of Civil Service website, 55b/c Recruitment Resources Center (ny.gov)

Duties Description Analyze State Budget and Legislation
• Review and analyze the Executive and Enacted State Budget for its financial and policy impact on local governments and school districts.
• Contribute to the local government legislative agenda put forth by OSC.
• Track the status of legislation that affect local governments and school districts.
Monitor Current Topics of Interest and Develop Future Topics
• Become a subject matter expert on emerging topics that impact local governments and school districts
• Monitor various policy issues, identify potential data sources, and review policy reports and other existing research on the topic to assess the potential scope and feasibility of planned deliverables.
• Produce briefs and other written communications summarizing topics of interest to local governments and school districts.
• Distribute rating agency findings and updates to internal stakeholders.
• Perform ad hoc duties as assigned.
Conduct Research and Data Analysis
• Collect, download, compile and check data sets on various subjects.
• Conduct background research on topics of interest to unit manager and Division executive management.
• Analyze data and create relevant charts and tables to be used in research, , or other, products.
• Draft sections of reports, background briefs and other documents, as needed. Candidate could be responsible for writing full drafts of reports.
• Perform quality assurance tasks to ensure that all information in various deliverables is complete and accurate.
Provide Training to Local Officials and Participate in Professional Development for OSC Colleagues
• Develop training material on topics of expertise.
• Give presentations and otherwise provide technical assistance to local officials at conferences or other training events.
• Share knowledge with colleagues through presentations in staff meetings, internal webinars, communities of practice, or other intra and interdivisional teams, as requested.

Additional Comments Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to think and work independently.
• Strong analytical skills--including critical reasoning, empirical analysis, quantitative reasoning and statistical inference.
• Strong data skills--including data preparation, data analysis, and data visualization.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. This includes the ability to synthesize and organize information as well as to present it clearly and concisely in a way that is grammatically correct and appropriate for the intended audience.
• Knowledge of the legislative process.
• Familiarity with local government operations.


Program Research Specialist 1 (Economics Finance), SG-18, $65,001-$82656
Program Research Specialist Trainee 2 (Economics Finance), SG-14, $52,198-$66,634
Program Research Specialist Trainee 1 (Economics Finance), SG-13, $49,363-$63,169

Telecommuting:
The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency’s mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee’s primary residence location, duties, and work performance are aligned with telecommuting and operational needs they may be allowed to do so. Generally, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period but may be approved to telecommute less.

Reasonable Accommodation:
The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.

Equal Opportunity Employment:
The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.

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

Contact Information

Name Brittany Pebler

Telephone (518) 474-1924

Fax (518)486-6723

Email Address Jobs@osc.ny.gov

Address

Street Office of the New York State Comptroller, Division of Human Resources

110 State Street, 12th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12236

 

Notes on ApplyingSubmit a clear, concise cover letter and resume to https://www.osc.ny.gov/jobs/openings/program-research-specialist-1-economics-finance-trainees/102446 , no later than November 7, 2024.
Unofficial transcripts and/or templates will be required for certain positions. To access this job vacancy,
copy the link above and paste it into your web browser. Documents must be sent as unlocked and
accessible attachments.

Reference Item #04152-BEP on your cover letter for proper routing.

If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact this Division representative:
Division contact: Vicki Kirchner vkirchner@osc.ny.gov