Management Specialist 1 or Trainee 1 or 2 (NYHELPS)

Job Title

The candidate must develop an in-depth knowledge of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and gain an understanding of the federal and state regulations that govern the program. This is a dynamic program, and the rules and regulations are constantly changing. The candidate will then learn about the SNAP Quality Control review process and develop the policy and technical skills necessary to accurately complete these reviews. The candidate will also be needed for various other projects such as performance audits, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families - Maintenance of Effort (TANF / MOE) reporting, data matching reviews, etc.

The specific responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following :

• Develop an understanding of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program;
• Develop a working knowledge of the SNAP Quality Control review process and objective;
• Develop and maintain knowledge of other program areas, data sources and audit policies;
• Perform SNAP Quality Control reviews and other audits;
• Assist supervisor in developing controls, procedures, case review records and work papers;
• Analyze data and develop audit findings and case determinations;
• Submit findings / determinations for supervisory review and compile into narrative and / or statistical reports and summaries;
• Communicate in a professional and respectful manner both orally and in writing with coworkers, supervisors, recipients, and local district staff;
• Discuss problems encountered and propose solutions to supervisory staff;
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of computer hardware and software (e.g. Welfare Management System (WMS), Quality Control Information System (QCIS) data collection system, etc.); and
• Perform required administrative duties.

NY HELPS : This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, candidates may be hired via a non-competitive appointment if they meet the below NY HELPS minimum qualifications. 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 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.

NON-COMPETITIVE QUALIFICATIONS :

For Trainee 1 Level, you must have a bachelor's or higher degree.

For Trainee 2 Level, you must have a bachelor's degree and one year of professional experience conducting comprehensive audits of the management, program, and fiscal affairs of local social services districts and of providers of health care or other services; and performing eligibility reviews of applicants for and recipients of public assistance for the purpose of determining compliance with Federal and State statutes, regulations, and billing protocols.

For the Full Performance Level you must have a bachelor's degree AND two years of professional experience conducting comprehensive audits of the management, program, and fiscal affairs of local social services districts and of providers of health care or other services; and performing eligibility reviews of applicants for and recipients of public assistance for the purpose of determining compliance with Federal and State statutes, regulations, and billing protocols.

OR

55 B / C : This position is eligible for 55b / c appointment, and candidates with 55b / c eligibility are encouraged to apply. To be eligible for a 55b / c appointment, candidate must be currently enrolled in the Civil Service 55b / c program and must meet the minimum qualifications listed above. Information about the 55b / c program can be found here : https : / / www.cs.ny.gov / rp55 / .

COMPETITIVE QUALIFICATIONS :

Eligible for a lateral transfer or eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 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 / .

OR

Reachable on the appropriate eligible list in Harlem.

A full-time permanent or contingent-permanent appointment will be made. This position may require up to 50% travel. If certified by Civil Service, mandatory reemployment list candidates must be considered first for appointment to this title. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Your resume must indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for these positions. Non-specific submissions may be disqualified from further consideration if the information you provide does not meet the minimum qualifications. 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. Salary for Trainee 1 starts at $53,764. Salary for Trainee 2 starts at $59,994. Plus $4,000 Location Pay. Interested applicants, please send an email with your resume to jobpostings@otda.ny.gov.