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UNIT CLERK

City of New York
Location
Manhattan, NY
Compensation
$42,288 - $48,631 / year
Employment type

How to apply

Source: NYC Open Data · Bespree is not the employer.

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Job description

APPLICANTS MUST BE PERMANENT IN THE CLERICAL ASSOCIATE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE The Department of Social Services (DSS) is comprised of the administrative units of the New York City Human Resources Administration (HRA) and the Department of Homeless Services (DHS). HRA is dedicated to fighting poverty and income inequality by providing New Yorkers in need with essential benefits such as Food Assistance and Emergency Rental Assistance. DHS is committed to preventing and addressing homelessness in New York City by employing a variety of innovative strategies to help families and individuals successfully exit shelter and return to self-sufficiency as quickly as possible.

The DSS Accountability Office (DSS-AO) is responsible for protecting the integrity of social services programs administered by the New York City Department of Social Services (DSS) and ensuring that DSS complies with all statutory, regulatory, and contractual standards.

Bureau Of Fraud Investigation (BFI) is mandated to conduct investigations of individuals and organized groups allegedly committing fraudulent acts against the social service programs administered by HRA/DSS. Its investigations may result in Administrative Disqualification Hearings, Civil Litigation, other appropriate administrative actions, and/or referrals for prosecution.

BFI makes programmatic and procedural recommendations to HRA programs to deter participant fraud. Office of Administrative Support (OAS) is the central repository for the receipt and processing of negotiable instruments in compliance with the NYC Comptroller Office Directive One and the Negotiable Instrument Procedure in a timely manner.

The BFI is recruiting for one (1) Clerical Associate III to function as a Unit Clerk who will:

  • Record and process manual and electronic checks received from Bureau of Fraud Investigation, Claims and Collections, Liens and Recovery and checks delivered to the agency (i.e. mail, messengers, former clients, relatives, attorneys). Conduct collateral research on unidentified checks by utilizing agency databases such as WMS, IRIS, CPS, FOCIS, MMS, Maestro, and DARB.
  • Receive and handle large volumes of time sensitive telephone calls including BFI Fraud Alerts, Fair Hearing Settle In-Conference and Public Assistance Recipient Information System, from HRA staff, applicants and clients regarding their Cash Assistance, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or Medicaid cases and general inquiries from the public.
  • Access numerous databases and engine resources, such as (WMS, IRIS, CPS, FOCIS, MMS, Maestro, and DARB) to conduct and obtain vital information relevant to the nature of the call, including scheduling of BFI appointments and forward to the appropriate program area for handling.
  • Scan all related documents for electronic filing. Ensure the information is placed in appropriate order and location and that all documents are accurately scanned, legible and complete.
  • Perform clerical functions including data entry and processing incoming and outgoing mail/correspondence.
  • Prepare detailed weekly and/or monthly statistical reports, worksheets or other reports that may contain the number of processed checks and/or eligible/ineligible recommendations made.
  • Perform other assigned duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualification Requirements A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and one year of satisfactory clerical experience.

Skills Requirement Keyboard familiarity with the ability to type at a minimum of 100 key strokes (20 words) per minute.

Preferred Skills

  • Excellent verbal, written, interpretive, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Working knowledge of HRA / IREA systems including WMS, and HRA Viewer
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively
  • Bi-lingual ability a plus

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

In addition, the Human Resources Administration/Department of Social Services offers competitive salaries and the following benefits: Generous Pension Plans (The New York Employees' Retirement System); 401(k) and Roth 457 Retirement Savings Programs; U.S. Savings Bonds Flexible Spending Program; Health Benefits, Dental, Vision Coverage, Prescription Drug Program; Training and Professional Development; Opportunity for Scholarship; College Savings Program; Paid Holidays and Generous Annual Leave.

About employer

The City of New York delivers public services through agencies working across education, parks, public safety, health, infrastructure, and other areas.

Full-time
Date posted
Oct 08, 2026
375 Pearl Street, Manhattan, NY 10038

How to apply

Source: NYC Open Data · Bespree is not the employer.

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Job description

APPLICANTS MUST BE PERMANENT IN THE CLERICAL ASSOCIATE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE The Department of Social Services (DSS) is comprised of the administrative units of the New York City Human Resources Administration (HRA) and the Department of Homeless Services (DHS). HRA is dedicated to fighting poverty and income inequality by providing New Yorkers in need with essential benefits such as Food Assistance and Emergency Rental Assistance. DHS is committed to preventing and addressing homelessness in New York City by employing a variety of innovative strategies to help families and individuals successfully exit shelter and return to self-sufficiency as quickly as possible.

The DSS Accountability Office (DSS-AO) is responsible for protecting the integrity of social services programs administered by the New York City Department of Social Services (DSS) and ensuring that DSS complies with all statutory, regulatory, and contractual standards.

Bureau Of Fraud Investigation (BFI) is mandated to conduct investigations of individuals and organized groups allegedly committing fraudulent acts against the social service programs administered by HRA/DSS. Its investigations may result in Administrative Disqualification Hearings, Civil Litigation, other appropriate administrative actions, and/or referrals for prosecution.

BFI makes programmatic and procedural recommendations to HRA programs to deter participant fraud. Office of Administrative Support (OAS) is the central repository for the receipt and processing of negotiable instruments in compliance with the NYC Comptroller Office Directive One and the Negotiable Instrument Procedure in a timely manner.

The BFI is recruiting for one (1) Clerical Associate III to function as a Unit Clerk who will:

  • Record and process manual and electronic checks received from Bureau of Fraud Investigation, Claims and Collections, Liens and Recovery and checks delivered to the agency (i.e. mail, messengers, former clients, relatives, attorneys). Conduct collateral research on unidentified checks by utilizing agency databases such as WMS, IRIS, CPS, FOCIS, MMS, Maestro, and DARB.
  • Receive and handle large volumes of time sensitive telephone calls including BFI Fraud Alerts, Fair Hearing Settle In-Conference and Public Assistance Recipient Information System, from HRA staff, applicants and clients regarding their Cash Assistance, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or Medicaid cases and general inquiries from the public.
  • Access numerous databases and engine resources, such as (WMS, IRIS, CPS, FOCIS, MMS, Maestro, and DARB) to conduct and obtain vital information relevant to the nature of the call, including scheduling of BFI appointments and forward to the appropriate program area for handling.
  • Scan all related documents for electronic filing. Ensure the information is placed in appropriate order and location and that all documents are accurately scanned, legible and complete.
  • Perform clerical functions including data entry and processing incoming and outgoing mail/correspondence.
  • Prepare detailed weekly and/or monthly statistical reports, worksheets or other reports that may contain the number of processed checks and/or eligible/ineligible recommendations made.
  • Perform other assigned duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualification Requirements A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and one year of satisfactory clerical experience.

Skills Requirement Keyboard familiarity with the ability to type at a minimum of 100 key strokes (20 words) per minute.

Preferred Skills

  • Excellent verbal, written, interpretive, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Working knowledge of HRA / IREA systems including WMS, and HRA Viewer
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively
  • Bi-lingual ability a plus

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

In addition, the Human Resources Administration/Department of Social Services offers competitive salaries and the following benefits: Generous Pension Plans (The New York Employees' Retirement System); 401(k) and Roth 457 Retirement Savings Programs; U.S. Savings Bonds Flexible Spending Program; Health Benefits, Dental, Vision Coverage, Prescription Drug Program; Training and Professional Development; Opportunity for Scholarship; College Savings Program; Paid Holidays and Generous Annual Leave.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

About employer

The City of New York delivers public services through agencies working across education, parks, public safety, health, infrastructure, and other areas.