Housing Specialist 1 or Trainee 1 or 2 (NY HELPS)

Housing Specialist 1 or Trainee 1 or 2 (NY HELPS) State of New York - Temporary and Disability Assistance, Office of Albany, NY Job Details $53,764 - $85,138 a year 21 hours ago Qualifications Contract review Workplace safety Doctoral degree Finance Master's degree Working with individuals experiencing homelessness Meeting facilitation Social service program compliance monitoring Grant-funded program management Senior level Associate's degree 2 years Financial assistance program guidance Facility inspection Training delivery Full Job Description The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform.

Duties Description Essential duties include:

Assist in development activities for the creation and preservation of emergency shelters, transitional facilities and permanent housing projects funded through the Homeless Housing and Assistance Program (HHAP). Review applications for funding opportunities, and make funding recommendations. Develop contracts and review and authorize payments. Coordinate with other government partners and other divisions within OTDA, as necessary. Coordinate and facilitate meetings. Monitor grantees - conduct site visits, analyzing service delivery plans and review files. Monitor HHAP buildings for health and safety and other physical plant compliance. Prepare written reports summarizing results of monitoring. Provide guidance, technical assistance and training to grantees and/or potential grantees, and other stakeholders; Statewide travel Other duties as assigned The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications

NY HELPS

These titles are part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). 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 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 QUALIFICATIONS

For the

Full Performance Level:

Six years of experience assisting homeless, low income, or special needs individuals or families in obtaining such benefits as housing, education, employment, shelter, counseling, or other supportive services and planning, development, financing, or administration of housing or housing programs.

Substitution:

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; and a doctorate may substitute for six years of experience. For Trainee 1: Four years of experience assisting homeless, low income, or special needs individuals or families in obtaining such benefits as housing, education, employment, shelter, counseling, or other supportive services and planning, development, financing, or administration of housing or housing programs.

Substitution:

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; and a doctorate may substitute for six years of experience. For Trainee 2: Five years of experience assisting homeless, low income, or special needs individuals or families in obtaining such benefits as housing, education, employment, shelter, counseling, or other supportive services and planning, development, financing, or administration of housing or housing programs.

Substitution:

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; and a doctorate may substitute for six years of experience.

OR COMPETITIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Eligible for a lateral transfer or eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law by having one year of permanent competitive service in an appropriate title. Information regarding transfer eligibility is available on the Civil Service Career Mobility Office website at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/.

OR 55 B/C

This position is eligible for 55b/c appointment, and candidates with 55b/c eligibility are encouraged to apply. To be eligible for a 55b/c appointment, candidate must be currently enrolled in the Civil Service 55b/c program and possess a bachelor's degree or higher. For appointment to the Housing Specialist 1, G-18, candidates must also meet the qualifications listed above. Information about the 55b/c program can be found here: https://www.cs.ny.gov/rp55/ OR Reachable on the appropriate eligible list in Albany. Additional comments regarding the vacancy.

Additional Comments Conditions of Employment:

Full-time, permanent or contingent permanent appointments will be made. If certified by Civil Service, mandatory reemployment list candidates must be considered first for appointment to this title. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Your resume must indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for these positions. Non-specific submissions may be disqualified from further consideration if the information you provide does not meet the minimum qualifications. Telecommuting up to 50% may be available in accordance with The Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance policy and can be discussed during the interview. Salary for Trainee 1 starts at $53,764 Salary for Trainee 2 starts at $59,994 Interested applicants, please send an email with your resume to and reference posting #26-073.

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seeks to promote a diverse workforce that is a representation of the various cultures, voices, backgrounds, ideas, and talents of the citizens and communities that we serve. In alignment with New York State's Executive Orders 187 and 31, OTDA is committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering an inclusive workplace. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.