Special Assistant (Chief of Staff)

Bachelor's degree

In addition, eight years of experience managing projects or teams.

Public sector or human services experience is preferred.

In addition, the ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
• Ability to be a self-starter, function independently
• Ability to collaborate and work well in a team environment
• Possession of excellent analytical skills
• Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills

Duties Description The position is primarily responsible for supporting the Commissioner by providing project management and coordination of internal and external projects, serving as primary liaison to the Chamber team on agency assignments, preparing research and background in advance of special events, overseeing the executive office support team, managing the agency's portfolio of boards and appointments, and preparing and accompanying the commissioner to events as required throughout the state. Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

Serves as OCFS's executive liaison to assist the Executive Chamber's human services portfolio in response to requests for information, data, and special assignments.

Implement strategic direction as identified by the Commissioner working closely with executive leadership to implement throughout the agency.

Develop and manage external and internal partners to ensure mission is fulfilled.

Disseminate information and communicates ideas and policies on behalf of the Commissioner.

Respond on behalf of the Commissioner to issues that arise, both internal and external.

Direct project teams that are responsible for project planning for policy analysis and research.

Represent the Commissioner at meetings, conferences, public events, etc., as needed.

Provides management and supervision of the executive office support team.

Manages special projects for the Commissioner and serves as organizer for legislative budget hearing preparation.

Advise and develop in conjunction with the Executive Deputy Commissioner internal and external communications necessary to the successful operations of the agency.

Work collaboratively with Deputy Commissioners and Legal staff to facilitate the day-to-day operations of the agency, including the management of emergent issues.

Represent the Commissioner and/or Executive Deputy Commissioner on workgroups consistent with supporting the Governor's priorities and special projects that require OCFS participation.

Performs additional duties as requested by the Commissioner.

Additional Comments Background Investigation Requirements:

1) All prospective employees will be investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC), which includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee's employment application, may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information, and may be required to pay any necessary fees.

2) All prospective employees will be screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees will be required to pay any necessary fees.

3) For Division of Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth (DJJOY) prospective appointees will be checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable.

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. 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.

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

Name New York State Office of Children and Family Services

Telephone 518-473-7936

Fax 518-473-6122

Email Address eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov

Address

Street Bureau of Personnel - MAA

52 Washington Street, 231 North

City Rensselaer

State NY

Zip Code 12144

Notes on Applying 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.