Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyMental Health, Office of

TitleBusiness Officer 1/Trainee, (NY HELPS), New York city Children's Center, Queens Campus, P25728

Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management

Salary GradeNS

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

Salary RangeFrom $51857 to $82656 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 6 AM

To 6 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Queens

Street Address New York City Children’s Center – Queens Campus

74-03 Commonwealth Blvd.

City Bellerose

StateNY

Zip Code11426

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications A bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience in the administration of a business office or program, including responsibility for one or more of the following areas: accounting, budgeting, contract administration, and purchasing.

a Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.

Duties Description Performs, coordinates, and monitors facility business office activities; and assists in planning and administering support service operations.

• Assists in managing financial resources and accounts, which may include the preparation and administration of the facilities annual budget and financial plan.

• Conducts financial analyses and makes recommendations based on findings.

• Identifies spending trends, differences between actual and projected spending, and the reasons for such; and prepares cost projections and spending plans.

• Reviews and tracks expenditures; and prepares and evaluates financial data and reports to ensure compliance with applicable requirements.

• Assists in the development of budget requests; reviews budget proposals; discusses and clarifies information with facility managers; and prepares budget recommendations, estimates, and justifications.

• Researches and provides recommendations on vendors and cost-effective measures for acquiring goods, equipment, and services; and may meet with vendors and contractors to discuss potential purchases and negotiate pricing.

• Monitors inventory levels; reviews and approves purchase requests; advises on acquisition sources and requirements; and identifies and resolves discrepancies.

• Participates in, coordinates, and/or oversees contract and grant administration activities and procurement processes; reviews and evaluates financial documents and proposals; and monitors and approves payments and reports.

• Monitors contract performance through observations, cost reviews, and meetings with program staff.

• Participates in coordinating, evaluating, and overseeing the modification, repair, improvement, and furnishing of facility-owned and leased space, including required maintenance and other services provided by contract or facility staff.

• Provides technical assistance, guidance, and training to facility staff on business office policies and procedures.

May represent the business office at meetings to present fiscal information and concerns; participate on committees and workgroups; assist in the development of business office policies and procedures; and perform the full range of supervisory duties for administrative support staff.

Additional Comments All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs

Background checks will be required.

Additional Comments:
Salary range listed encompasses the hiring rate of a Business Officer 1/Trainee (SG-NS) through the job rate of a Business Officer 1 (SG-18).
Business Officer 1 / Trainee: $51,857
Business Officer Trainee 2: $58,046
Business Officer 1: $68,488 - $82,656

This position is eligible for a downstate adjustment of $3,400.

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

Contact Information

Name Human Resources

Telephone

Fax 718-264-4953

Email Address nyccchr@omh.ny.gov

Address

Street New York City Children’s Center – Queens Campus

74-03 Commonwealth Blvd.

City Bellerose

State NY

Zip Code 11426

 

Notes on ApplyingIndicate the Title and Location of the position you are applying for. Please include your e-mail address on your application and resume. Please complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application and submit it with your resume and other application materials:

https://www.omh.ny.gov/omhweb/employment/docs/employment-application.pdf

The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where