Review Vacancy
AgencyState Comptroller, Office of the
TitleEmployees Retirement System Examiner 2, Item #08559
Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $48956 to $59757 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Workday
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.
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)
Duties Description • Ensures the prompt and accurate processing of the unit’s work
o Maintains a high level of expertise in identifying New York State and Local Retirement System’s documents as well as the complex indices of their images (i.e. social security number, registration number, retirement system indicator, document class, document type, and receipt date.)
o Reviews and assigns work to staff that are telecommuting.
o Acts as a resource for difficult questions and problems.
o Reviews, updates, and prepares existing automated correspondence for procedural modification as necessary, due to changes in law, policies and procedures.
• Directs training and assists clerical employees
o Trains lower-level clerical staff on mail sorting, prepping, scanning, and indexing of incoming NYSLRS documents, and keeps a log of the progress of each trainee.
o Advises staff regarding routine inquiries about document indices and document type, correspondence, and telephone inquiries.
Additional Comments Desired Competencies:
• Knowledge of agency policies and program policies, procedures and functions.
• Ability to use office equipment such as computers, scanners, and photocopiers, etc.
• Ability to set up and use manual and electronic office record keeping and filing systems.
• Ability to enter and retrieve data using an alphanumeric keyboard.
• Ability to prepare reports.
• Ability to read, understand and apply laws, procedures, rules, regulations and guidelines where there are not clear precedents and without detailed direction.
• Ability to perform tasks accurately within prescribed time frames.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
Telecommuting:
The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency’s mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if any employee’s duties and work performance are aligned with telecommuting they may be allowed to do so. Upon approval to telecommute, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period.
Reasonable Accommodation:
The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address Recruit@osc.ny.gov
Address
Street Office of Human Resources
110 State Street
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 April 27, 2024. Documents must be sent as unlocked and accessible attachments.
Reference Item #08559-OER-YVC 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: Katrina Connelly, KConnelly@osc.ny.gov
When responding, please include the reference number and letters listed in this section only. The OER ID # should not be included.