Review Vacancy
AgencyState Comptroller, Office of the
TitleProgram Aide, Item # 00259
Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $48881 to $59542 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
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 a 70.1 transfer to a Program Aide, SG-13, you must have one year of permanent competitive service in a qualifying title allocated to a salary grade 11 or higher.
To determine if your title is eligible for transfer, 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.
Duties Description • Monitor compliance utilizing NY State travel Policy and enforce that policy with all levels of staff and third-party travelers in the agency.
• Audit, evaluate, and analyze expense report submissions for accuracy.
• Ensure that requested reimbursements are in compliance with travel policies.
• Draw conclusions from analyzed expense reports and make appropriate recommendations for travelers according to policies.
• Assist with Travel card distributions and filing of forms.
• Answer travelers’ questions with regard to the Statewide Financial System (SFS).
• Determine the nature of problem with a traveler’s expense report and take the appropriate actions to resolve the issue.
• Assist with training for OSC travelers as needed.
• Assist travelers with the entry and submission of travel expense reports.
• Confer with staff and travelers to exchange information and resolve questions regarding travel guidelines and procedures.
• Confer with staff and employees to exchange information and resolve questions regarding payment status.
• Prepare refund of appropriations for processing by budget staff
Additional Comments Desired Competencies:
• Has hands-on experience with the process of reimbursements through the SFS Travel and Expense Module
• Has an in-depth understanding of NYS Travel Guidelines
• Has the ability to effectively and appropriately communicate with varied levels of people both within an Agency as well as outside organizations.
• Has hands-on experience with Excel and Word and has the ability and experience to learn new computer applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to think independently
• Ability to assess a problem or situation and provide solutions
• Ability to make fact-based decisions with little supervision
• Ability to learn new things and adjust to change
• Ability to stay focused on work and complete assignments in a highly dynamic environment
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address recruit@osc.ny.gov
Address
Street Office of the State Comptroller, Office of Human Resources
110 State Street, 12th Floor
Notes on ApplyingSubmit a clear, concise cover letter and resume stating how you meet the above minimum qualifications to recruit@osc.ny.gov, no later than February 9, 2023. Reference Item #00259-OER-EMZ in the subject line and on the cover letter for proper routing.
If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact this Division representative:
Division contact: Holly L. Busta; FinancePL@osc.ny.gov
When responding, please include the reference number and letters listed in this section only. The OER ID # should not be included.