Training Specialist 1/Trainee 1/2 (NY HELPS)

NY HELPS Yes

55-b/c Eligible Yes

Agency Children & Family Services, Office of

Title Training Specialist 1/Trainee 1/2 (NY HELPS)

Occupational Category Other Professional Careers

Salary Grade 18

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

Salary Range From $56183 to $88970 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Internship No

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation 8 AM - 5 PM

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Rensselaer

Street Address Human Services Training Center - Bureau of Training

164 Columbia Turnpike

City Rensselaer

State NY

Zip Code 12144

Duties Description Under the supervision of a TS2, the Training Specialist 1’s work will include, but not be limited to:- conduct in-depth review of quarterly claims for all vendors- work collaboratively with BAO to answer questions in order to finalize claims for payment.- participate in all levels of the contract development and processes for contract and work plans for training services agreements and/or vendor payments; as well as non-contract administration duties;- assist in the development and execution of competitive procurements (RFPs);- coordinate and resolve proposal or contract-related disputes;- provide technical assistance and guidance to BTD management,professionals, others;- work collaboratively with other OCFS offices/staff involved in the contracting process;- promote fiscal stewardship and participate in work groups as assigned; and- maintain contract, vendor records, payments and procurement record files;- conduct proposal, claim and budgetary reviews in accordance with BTD, OCFS and State policies and procedures;- participate as a team member of the F&CA Unit;- prepare written correspondence and communicate regularly related to the above tasks.- additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview.

Minimum Qualifications Transfer: One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in this title or in a title eligible for 70.1 transfer. This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Open to the Public: This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).Trainee 1 level (equivalent to SG 14): four years of qualifying experienceTrainee 2 level (equivalent to SG 16): five years of qualifying experienceFull title (SG 18): six years of qualifying experienceQualifying experience is defined as developing and presenting training programs to improve the on-the-job knowledge, skills, and abilities of employees to enable them to carry out the agency’s mission, including the care and treatment of vulnerable persons in the care and/or custody of the State.*An associate degree may substitute for two years of experience.*A bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of experience.*A master’s degree may substitute for five years of experience.*A doctorate may substitute for six years of experience.

Additional Comments 5% Travel will be required.Prior to assuming responsibilities, participation in various mandatory trainings held in Rensselaer, and other locations statewide is required.Telecommuting is available for this position; however, it is at the sole discretion of the assigned supervisor and the Bureau of Training and Development when a candidate may be considered. Telecommuting applications will be reviewed and approved on a case by case basis in accordance with the OCFS Telecommuting Pilot Program Policy **For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a non- competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.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 with 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 qualifiedCandidates who took and passed the most recent holding of the Professional Careers Opportunities (PCO) Exam are encouraged to apply. Background Investigation Requirements:1) All prospective employees will be investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC), which includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee’s employment application, may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information and may be required to pay any necessary fees. 2) All prospective employees will be screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees will be required to pay any necessary fees.3) For Division of Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth (DJJOY) prospective appointees will be checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable. The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is an equal opportunity employer. OCFS does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We devote special attention to dismantling racial injustice and recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We are committed to the diversity of our staff, and encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply. In furtherance of Executive Order 31 and OCFS’s mission to have a diverse workforce, all people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applicants must be dedicated to working in and sustaining an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived expertise, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff. Applicants of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

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Name New York State Office of Children and Family Services

Telephone 518-473-7936

Fax 518-473-6122

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street Bureau of Personnel - PLB

52 Washington Street, 231 North

City Rensselaer

State NY

Zip Code 12144

Notes on Applying Qualified candidates should e-mail their resume and letter of interest to [email protected] You MUST include the Vacancy number of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify you for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by OCFS Personnel for your social security number to confirm your employment history.