#2228 - Program Research Specialist 2 Economics Finance

Perform research, evaluation, and analytical studies relating to various economic and financial factors such as rate setting methodology, aid formulas, grants distribution, aid payment schedules to educational institutions, taxation, real property tax levy, and Medicaid reimbursement.

This position is based in the Local Government Research Unit. The incumbent will be responsible for analyzing local government data and policy issues and independently producing reports on critical trends affecting municipalities and school districts using both internal and external sources. Topics include fiscal stress, state aid, local taxes, revenue and expenditure trends, public authorities, infrastructure and debt. Duties also include providing formal and informal training and presentations. The incumbent may supervise one or more staff.

Position Summary:

Item #: 04205

Bargaining Unit: PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Division: Local Government & School Accountability

Bureau: Information, Research & Training

Jurisdictional Class: Competitive

Appointment Type: Contingent-Permanent

Salary Grade: 023

Salary Range: $86,681-$109,650

Employment Type: FULL TIME

Occupational Category: Other Professional Careers

NY HELPS: Yes

Travel Percentage: 0%

Work Week: Monday - Friday

Work Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Shift: First Shift Day

Mandatory Overtime: No

Compressed Workweek Allowed: Yes

Telecommuting Allowed: Yes

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position, you must create a candidate profile or log in to your profile and upload the documents listed below.
Resume
Cover Letter
College Transcripts
Please ensure item number 04205-BEP is included in each document's file name. Transcripts are required.
Minimum Qualifications:

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No exam required under the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program:

Non-Competitive Qualifications for appointment under the NY HELPS Program:

For appointment to a Program Research Specialist 2 (Economics Finance), you must have:

A bachelor's degree including or supplemented by NINE semester credit hours in statistics, biostatistics, economics, econometrics, research methods, mathematics, data analysis, or data modeling PLUS THREE YEARS of professional research experience in the collection and evaluation of quantitative data directed toward review and analysis of rate setting methodology, aid formulas, grant distribution, aid payment schedules to educational institutions, taxation, real property tax levy, or Medicaid reimbursement.

J.D. or master's degree may substitute for one year of the experience; a doctoral degree may substitute for two years of the experience.

Competitive Minimum Qualifications:

You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title, eligible under the 55 b/c program, or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 52.6 and/or 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.

Transfer:

For 52.6 and/or 70.1 transfer to a Program Research Specialist 2 (Economics Finance), salary grade (SG)-23, you must have one year of permanent competitive, or 55-b/55-c service in an approved title for transfer allocated to an SG-21 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.

55b/55c Program Appointment:

This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. For more information on this program, please visit the NYS Department of Civil Service website, 55b/c Recruitment Resources Center (ny.gov)

Preferred Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to think critically
Strong quantitative analytical skills; experience with a variety of research methods
Strong communication skills, including both writing and verbal skills
Strong knowledge of local government and education finance
Strong leadership skills

Contact Information:

If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact:

Division Contact:

Jennifer L. Haviland

[email protected]

Human Resources Contact:

Brittany Pebler

(518) 474-1924

[email protected]

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

Telecommuting

The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency's mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC 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 they may be allowed to do so. Upon approval to telecommute, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period.

Reasonable Accommodation

The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodation 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 NYS 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.

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