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Employees Retirement System Examiner 3

Applications Due: | Division: Retirement Services | Salary Range: From $56,807 to $72,429 Annually

Overview

Occupational Category
Other Professional Careers
Salary Grade
Grade 15
Salary Range
From $56,807 to $72,429 Annually
Bargaining Unit
PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Employment Type
Full Time
Appointment Type
Contingent Permanent
Jurisdictional Class
Competitive Class
Travel Percentage
0%
Workweek
Mon-Fri, 8:00AM - 4:00PM
Location
110 State Street
Albany, NY 12236
Hours Per Week
37.5
Flextime Allowed
No
Mandatory Overtime
No
Compressed Workweek Allowed
No
Telecommuting Allowed
Yes

You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.

Transfer:

For 70.1 transfer to Employees’ Retirement System Examiner 3, SG-15, you must have one year of permanent competitive, or 55-b/55-c service in an approved title for transfer allocated to an SG-13 or above.

To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website:  Career Mobility Office » GOT-IT (ny.gov)

Appointments via transfer must not result in a second, consecutive transfer with an advancement of more than two S-grades or one M-grade.

Provisional and/or Non-Competitive promotion (NCP) qualifications: 

You must be a qualified employee of the Office of the New York State Comptroller; AND have had one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as an Employees’ Retirement System Examiner 2, SG-12 (formerly Employees’ Retirement System Examiner 3, SG-12).

Provisional and/or NCP notes: 

If the number of interested candidates who meet the promotional qualifications is three or less, the agency; at its discretion, may nominate one or more of the candidates for a noncompetitive promotion without further examination under the provisions of Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law.

If the number of interested candidates who meet the promotional qualifications is more than three, the agency; at its discretion, may nominate one or more of the candidates for a provisional promotion under the provisions of Section 65 of the Civil Service Law.

Duties

Perform and supervise the performance of the full range of retirement related benefits for members, employers and pensioners of the New York State and Local Retirement System. Supervise a specialized retirement processing unit that processes benefit determinations, customer inquiries, service credit modifications or benefit payments. Review and approve calculations and determinations by staff; assign work and set priorities to meet workload demands; and independently handle difficult transactions.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Has knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, legal opinions, and established written procedures of New York State and Local Retirement Systems.
  • Be able to communicate complex benefit information to Systems members, demonstrating excellent listening, written and verbal communications skills
  • Must be able to prepare, understand and interpret written materials,
  • Be familiar with the principles and practices of administrative and technical   supervision.
  • Must be skilled in arithmetic reasoning and able to perform high level complex calculation.
  • Must be able to cross train, coach, mentor and transfer knowledge of benefit calculations to staff.

Additional Comments

Telecommuting

The Office of the New York State Comptroller supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency’s mission and operational needs. Generally, new employees will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee’s primary residence location, duties, and work performance are aligned with telecommuting and operational needs they may be allowed to do so. Generally, employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period but may be approved to telecommute less.

Reasonable Accommodation

The Office of the New York State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The Office of the New York State Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers. 

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

The Office of the State Comptroller does not participate in E-Verify or sponsor visa applications.

To Apply

Submit a clear, concise cover letter and resume stating how you meet the above minimum qualifications. Reference Item #07215-DJH on your cover letter for proper routing. Documents must be sent as unlocked and accessible attachments.

Apply Here

You may upload up to five files. Refer to the instructions above to see if any other documents are required. If not, you may skip this field.
Questions?

David Heaphy
P: (518) 474-1924
F: (518) 486-6723
[email protected]

Division Contact
Caitlyn Zautner
[email protected]