Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyState Comptroller, Office of the

TitleEmployees’ Retirement System Examiner 2, SG-12(NYHELPS)

Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary Grade12

Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $48956 to $59757 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? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address 110 State Street

Riverview Center, 800 N. PEARL ST

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12236

Job Specifics

Duties Description • Confirm eligibility and initial benefit payments by interpreting and applying appropriate New York State and Local Retirement System Law, policy, and regulation.
• Perform adjustments involving complex mathematical equations.
• Determine benefit eligibility for members and retirees.
• Finalize retirement benefit payments.
• Receive and respond to the full range of inquiries from stakeholders.
• Oversee the processing of transactions.
• Develop and test modifications to existing automated correspondence and calculations due to changes in the law.
• Review and prepare member cases related to the New York State & Local Retirement Systems.
• Process retirement calculations that require application of specialized law and procedures.
• Function as technical supervisor of Office Assistants and ERSE 1s.
• Review calculations and work completed by staff and ensure compliance with all relevant policies, rules, regulations, and laws.
• Ensure the prompt and accurate processing of work unit assignments.
• Act as the unit’s liaison with other units.

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:
Two years of experience performing at least one of the following tasks: reconciling accounts, calculating payments, collecting and analyzing statistics and information, or explaining policy or benefit information to the public.

OR

An associate degree (or higher) can be substituted for two years of the required specialized experience.

Competitive Minimum Qualifications:
You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.

70.1 Transfer:
For 70.1 transfer to Employees’ Retirement System Examiner 2, SG-12, you must have one year of permanent competitive, or 55-b/55-c service in an approved title for transfer allocated to an SG-10 or above.

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.

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)

Additional Comments • Ability to prepare, understand and interpret written materials.
• Ability to use office equipment such as computers, photocopy equipment, etc.
• Excellent interpersonal skills both over the telephone and in-person
• Ability to perform tasks accurately with attention to detail and within specific time frames.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Good organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptable to interruptions and changes in work routine.
• Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations as necessary.
• Ability to contribute to an inclusive and diverse work environment.

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

Contact Information

Name David Heaphy

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://osc.ny.gov/jobs/openings/employees-retirement-system-examiner-2/102415, no later than July 7, 2025. 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.

If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact this Division representative:
Division contact: Cara Davidson, cdavidson@osc.ny.gov
Be sure to submit an unofficial copy of any transcripts you may have with your cover letter and resume if using an associate or higher degree as an experience substitution for this title.