Date shown in New York time. Confirm application timing on the official posting.
Qualified candidates should e-mail their resume and letter of interest to eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov 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.
Confirm the deadline and all requirements on the official posting before applying.
Source: New York State Jobs · Bespree is not the employer.
This position exists in the Division’s Bureau of Child Care Assistance, in the Monitoring and Program Operations Unit. The primary responsibilities of this unit are to provide onsite technical assistance to and monitoring of local departments of social services as it relates to the administration of the Child Care Assistance Program. Tasks required to carry out these responsibilities include: review and evaluation of local district County Plans and/or Annual County Plan updates; providing technical assistance regarding the Child Care Assistance Program to local districts, the child care provider community, stakeholders and the public at large; assisting in regulatory and statutory interpretation; assisting in the development and dissemination of the Child Care Assistance Program’s policies, guidance and regulations; and assisting in training related activities.
Additionally, the position includes representing Home Office and the Division at various meetings and workgroups; communicating with the Public Information Office when necessary; and providing overall general support to our Divisional operations.
Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview.
Transfer: One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in this title or from a title eligible for 70.1 transfer into the Children & Family Services Specialist
1.
Open to the Public: This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).* To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position, which are;
Six years of experience providing services to children and their families either in the inspection, management, or administration of: foster care programs; day care programs; adoption programs; domestic violence programs; youth detention facilities; or other providers of care, support, and assistance to children, assuring compliance for certification or licensing purposes; or providing, supervising, monitoring, or administering services for children, adults, or their families, including but not limited to: providing social casework, case planning, case management, counseling, crisis intervention, advocacy on behalf of clients, or direct investigation of potential abuse and neglect in one or more of the following settings: human services; juvenile justice; criminal justice; local departments of social services; or local voluntary childcare service programs.
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.
Core operating hours for office-based positions within the agency are 8-5. Exact shift within that timeframe will be discussed at the time of the interview.
Candidates who took and passed the most recent holding of the Professional Careers Opportunities (PCO) Exam are also encouraged to apply.
Please specify in your cover letter or resume how you meet the minimum qualifications (as described above) when responding to this posting.
For example, you should provide specific date ranges for qualifying experience, qualifying education or certifications, or the age range of individuals served.
Non-specific submissions may be disqualified from further consideration if the information you provide does not meet the minimum qualifications.
Background Investigation Requirements:
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.
New York State agencies, departments, and public authorities provide services across healthcare, engineering, administration, public safety, the trades, and other areas.
Date shown in New York time. Confirm application timing on the official posting.
Qualified candidates should e-mail their resume and letter of interest to eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov 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.
Confirm the deadline and all requirements on the official posting before applying.
Source: New York State Jobs · Bespree is not the employer.
This position exists in the Division’s Bureau of Child Care Assistance, in the Monitoring and Program Operations Unit. The primary responsibilities of this unit are to provide onsite technical assistance to and monitoring of local departments of social services as it relates to the administration of the Child Care Assistance Program. Tasks required to carry out these responsibilities include: review and evaluation of local district County Plans and/or Annual County Plan updates; providing technical assistance regarding the Child Care Assistance Program to local districts, the child care provider community, stakeholders and the public at large; assisting in regulatory and statutory interpretation; assisting in the development and dissemination of the Child Care Assistance Program’s policies, guidance and regulations; and assisting in training related activities.
Additionally, the position includes representing Home Office and the Division at various meetings and workgroups; communicating with the Public Information Office when necessary; and providing overall general support to our Divisional operations.
Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview.
Transfer: One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in this title or from a title eligible for 70.1 transfer into the Children & Family Services Specialist
1.
Open to the Public: This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).* To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position, which are;
Six years of experience providing services to children and their families either in the inspection, management, or administration of: foster care programs; day care programs; adoption programs; domestic violence programs; youth detention facilities; or other providers of care, support, and assistance to children, assuring compliance for certification or licensing purposes; or providing, supervising, monitoring, or administering services for children, adults, or their families, including but not limited to: providing social casework, case planning, case management, counseling, crisis intervention, advocacy on behalf of clients, or direct investigation of potential abuse and neglect in one or more of the following settings: human services; juvenile justice; criminal justice; local departments of social services; or local voluntary childcare service programs.
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.
Core operating hours for office-based positions within the agency are 8-5. Exact shift within that timeframe will be discussed at the time of the interview.
Candidates who took and passed the most recent holding of the Professional Careers Opportunities (PCO) Exam are also encouraged to apply.
Please specify in your cover letter or resume how you meet the minimum qualifications (as described above) when responding to this posting.
For example, you should provide specific date ranges for qualifying experience, qualifying education or certifications, or the age range of individuals served.
Non-specific submissions may be disqualified from further consideration if the information you provide does not meet the minimum qualifications.
Background Investigation Requirements:
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.
New York State agencies, departments, and public authorities provide services across healthcare, engineering, administration, public safety, the trades, and other areas.