Rent Examiner 2 (NY Helps)

Date Posted:

06/12/26

Applications Due:

06/29/26

Vacancy ID:

217914 Position Information NY HELPYes AgencyHomes and Community Renewal TitleRent Examiner 2 (NY Helps) Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers Salary Grade14 Bargaining UnitRRSU - Rent Regulation Services Unit (DC-37) Salary RangeFrom $56506 to $68630 Annually Employment TypeFull-Time Appointment TypePermanent Jurisdictional ClassNon-competitive Class Travel Percentage0% Schedule WorkweekMon-Fri Hours Per Week37.50 Workday From9 AM To5 PM Flextime allowed?

No Mandatory overtime?

No Compressed workweek allowed?

No Telecommuting allowed?

No Location CountyQueens Street Address92-31 Union Hall St CityJamaica StateNY Zip Code11433 Job Specifics Duties DescriptionUnder the supervision of Rent Examiner 3, Rent Examiner 2 will process overcharge, Lease Violation and Fair Market Rent Appeal applications. Rent Examiner 2 will examine, identify and correctly resolve factual issues presented in the applications and during processing. The examiner must obtain a good working knowledge and understanding of the applicable rent laws, regulations, policies and procedures. The examiner will follow directions from supervisors regarding the processing of such cases, adhere to all time and attendance rules and maintain an acceptable level of production. The Rent Examiner 2 will process substantial rehabilitation and owner eviction applications. The Rent Examiner 2 will examine, identify and correctly resolve factual issues presented int eh applications, and during processing. The examiner must obtain a good working knowledge and understanding of the applicable rent laws, regulations, policies and procedures. The examiner will follow directions from supervisors regarding the processing of such cases, adhere to all time and attendance rules and maintain an acceptable level of production. Minimum QualificationsThis title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the

NY HELPS

Program, this title may be 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, 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 qualified.

NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

One year of permanent competitive service as a Rent Examiner 1 OR four years of full-time experience performing duties related to rentals, leases, subsidized rents, and other tax benefits in an office or organization dealing with housing or property management related activities, and/or the completion of applications used by DHCR Or 2. 30 semester credit hours of college-level study AND three years of the experience stated in qualification; Or 3. 60 semester credit hours of college-level study AND two years of the experience stated in qualification: Or 4. 90 semester credit hours of college-level study AND one year of the experience stated in qualification: Or 5. 120 semester credit hours of college-level study.)

OPEN COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be reachable on the New York State Civil Service eligible list. 70.1 TRANSFER

QUALIFICATIONS

One year of permanent or contingent permanent in an eligible title for transfer determined to be similar by Civil Service. For transfers, a list of approved titles is available through Civil Service GOT-IT at ://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny/cmo/gotit/. The GOT-IT site will inform you if your title is transferrable. 55B/C

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications for this position. Please be sure to submit your 55B/C letter. Additional CommentsMinimum qualifications are set by Civil Service and MUST be met in order to be considered for appointment. When applying, please clearly show how you meet the minimum qualifications.

• PLEASE SEND YOUR CURRENT RESUME AND COLLEGE DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT IF INTERESTED

• If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, provide the US equivalency for your degree when applying.

It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in the resume/email submission. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications and providing the necessary documents requested, may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.

• Please enter the vacancy ID and job title in the subject line of your email when applying

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PLEASE NOTE

If you are brand new to state service, you will start at the hiring rate of this position which is currently $56,506 annually. NYS Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. HCR is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. HCR embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. How to Apply NameHuman Resources Telephone Fax Email Addressjob.opportunities@hcr.ny Address Street92-31 Union Hall St CityJamaica StateNY Zip Code11433 Notes on ApplyingIt is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the minimum qualifications in their resume/email submission. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications and providing the necessary documents may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.

• PLEASE SEND CURRENT RESUME AND COLLEGE DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT IF INTERESTED

• Please enter the vacancy ID and job title on the subject line when applying
• If you are brand new to state service, you will start at the hiring rate of this position which is currently $56,506 annually.