Position Information

NY HELPSNo

55-b/c EligibleNo

AgencyTemporary and Disability Assistance, Office of

TitleTemporary Assistance Specialist 3

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade27

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

Salary RangeFrom $111708 to $137590 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

InternshipNo

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 30%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Employment and Income Support Programs

40 North Pearl Street

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12243

Job Specifics

Duties Description This Temporary Assistance Specialist 3 G-27 will be located in the Employment and Advancement Services Bureau (EAS) within the Division of Employment and Income Support Programs (EISP). Under the general direction of the Director of Employment and Advancement Services (EAS), the incumbent will serve as Bureau Chief for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Employment and Training Policy and will supervise professional staff responsible for the development, implementation, communication, and oversight of statewide SNAP employment and training policy.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Oversee the development and implementation of State policy governing the SNAP Employment and Training (SNAP E&T) program and SNAP work requirements, including policies related to Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs). Responsibilities will include interpreting federal statutes, regulations, and guidance; assessing their impact on New York State programs and social services districts; developing State policy and implementation strategies; and providing policy recommendations to the EAS Director and other agency leadership;
• Direct the development of administrative directives, informational letters, policy guidance, training materials, presentations, and other communications necessary to support consistent implementation of SNAP employment policies by social services districts. The incumbent will oversee and coordinate major policy and operational initiatives, working with EAS staff, other OTDA program and systems areas, social services districts, federal partners, and other stakeholders as appropriate;
• Develop and recommend Bureau positions on legislative, regulatory, policy, and procedural proposals originating outside the Bureau, including proposals from federal agencies, Congress, other New York State agencies, the State Legislature, and social services districts. This responsibility includes analyzing proposed changes, identifying policy and operational impacts, and developing recommendations for agency leadership;
• Oversee the Bureau’s monitoring and policy review activities related to SNAP employment and training, including the annual review process for local social services districts. Responsibilities will include establishing review priorities and procedures, supervising staff conducting reviews, evaluating findings, providing technical assistance, monitoring corrective actions as appropriate, and coordinating the Bureau’s participation in federal program reviews;
• Supervise and develop Bureau staff, establish work priorities and assignments, monitor progress and performance, provide guidance on complex policy issues, and promote staff development and professional growth; and
• Ensure that Bureau assignments and major initiatives are completed accurately and timely, while effectively managing multiple and competing priorities.

Minimum 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 Albany.

Additional Comments Conditions of Employment:
A full-time permanent or contingent-permanent appointment will be made. This position includes up to 30% 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 this position. 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.

Remarks:
• Candidates should reference posting 26-127 when submitting your application.
• If submitting electronically, please reference posting 26-127 as part of your subject line.
• If you are interested in applying to this position, please visit how to apply for applicant instructions.

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.

How to Apply

Name Recruitment Unit

Telephone

Fax

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 candidates should send an email with your resume to jobpostings@otda.ny.gov and reference posting #26-127. 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 against disabled individuals. If you are disabled and require reasonable accommodation at the time of the interview, please contact OTDA's designee for reasonable accommodation at (518) 474-7284.