Date Posted:

07/01/26

Applications Due:

07/15/26

Vacancy ID:

219007 Position Information NY HELPYes AgencyHealth, Department of TitleHealth Care Surveyor 2 (Nursing) (NY HELPS) - 46514 Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management Salary Grade20 Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary RangeFrom $104173 to $114121 Annually Employment TypeFull-Time Appointment TypeContingent Permanent Jurisdictional ClassNon-competitive Class Travel Percentage50% Schedule WorkweekMon-Fri Hours Per Week37.5 Workday From8:30 AM To4:30 PM Flextime allowed?

No Mandatory overtime?

No Compressed workweek allowed?

No Telecommuting allowed?

Yes Location CountyOnondaga Street AddressHospitals and Diagnostic and Treatment Centers 217 S. Salina Street CitySyracuse StateNY Zip Code13202 Job Specifics Duties DescriptionUnder the direction of the HCS 3 or 4 , the HCS 2 will conduct and participate in federal and/or state surveys, conducting surveillance activities at various health care facilities throughout the Central New York region, to determine compliance with federal and state regulations. The HCS 2 is also responsible for preparing Statements of Deficiency using Principles of Documentation and reviews and approves Plans of Correction within required timeframes. May also review facility policy and procedures for Certificate of Need and conduct onsite pre-opening surveys for licensure.

Minimum QualificationsPermanent Transfer Candidates:

Current NYS employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive, service as a Health Care Surveyor 2 (Nursing), SG20, and eligible to transfer under Section 70.1 of the NYS Civil Service Law OR current NYS employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive, service in a title SG18 or higher and able to meet the non-competitive minimum qualifications listed below. Non-Competitive Candidates via

NY HELPS

Possession of a license and current registration as a registered professional nurse in New York State; and two

• years of post-licensure, specialized professional administrative or professional clinical experience.

•

Substitution:

A bachelor's degree in nursing can substitute for one year of post-licensure clinical nursing experience; and a master's degree in nursing can substitute for two years of post-licensure clinical nursing experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Professional experience as an RN in an acute care setting and familiar with the hospital surveillance process and State and Federal Laws and Regulations. The candidate must be highly motivated, possess excellent interpersonal, critical thinking, organizational and problem-solving skills; ability to function independently and work as a member of a team, prioritize and address multiple tasks and responsibilities; scheduling expertise. Must have a strong knowledge of databases and be computer literate. In addition, the ideal candidate must have excellent writing and editing skills and be able to effectively interpret laws and regulations governing health care facilities and health care providers in New York State. Additional CommentsPosted salary range includes the statutory hiring rate at Step 4 and job rate for

PS&T SG20

($84,173 - $94,121) plus an additional Geographic Day Differential of $20,000. This position is part of the

NYS HELPS

program. No examination is required. This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation. We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more.

.. The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: ://health.ny/commissioner/index.htm If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.reasonable.accommodation@health.ny to make a request. NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications. For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. How to Apply NameHuman Resources Management Group Telephone518-486-1812 Fax518-473-3395 Email AddressResumes@health.ny Address StreetCorning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217 CityAlbany StateNY Zip Code12237 Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny, with Reference

PC/HCS2/46514

included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, PC/HCS2/46514, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.