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NY HELP Yes

Agency State Comptroller, Office of the

Title Employees’ Retirement System Examiner 1, SG-9, Employees’ Retirement System Examiner Trainee, (Equated to SG-6)(NYHELPS)

Occupational Category Clerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary Grade 09

Bargaining Unit ASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range From $36232 to $52413 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 110 State Street

Riverview Center, 800 N. PEARL ST

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12236

Duties Description Under the general supervision of the training/supervisory staff, ERSE 1 examiner responsibilities may include the following:• Receive, log, and prepare correspondence, documentation, and review and process member, retiree and employer applications, information and casework in the New York State and Local Retirement System.• Receive, process, and reconcile payments made to NYSLRS.• Research and determine eligibility, appropriate retirement plan, retirement/post-retirement benefit projections/calculations, and service credit based on Retirement and Social Security Law (RSSL), regulations, and policies.• Perform all necessary online functions to generate a cost calculation. This includes calculation of service credit and previous full year of salary.• Respond to telephone and written inquiries from stakeholders.• Gather, compile, and prepare information and records for review.• Check the accuracy of information, complete calculations, project service credit and contribution balances in the calculation of retirement and military service credit. • Assist in the preparation of reports by gathering data, tabulating results and/or preparing simple charts.

Minimum Qualifications Do you want a career with a purpose that provides work/life balance? Apply today to join the Office of the New York State Comptroller. No exam required under the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program: Non-Competitive Qualifications for appointment under the NYHELPS Program: For appointment to an Employees’ Retirement System Examiner Trainee (equated to SG-6) you must have:• There are no minimum qualifications for this level. Please review the desired competencies section of this posting for desired qualifications.For appointment to the Employees’ Retirement System Examiner 1 (full journey level, SG-9) position, you must have:• One year of experience performing at least one of the following tasks: reconciling accounts, calculating payments, collecting and analyzing statistics and information, or explaining policy or benefit information to the public.Competitive Minimum Qualifications:Interested candidates must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title, eligible under the 55 b/c program (see below), or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Depending on qualifications, candidates may be required to serve a one-year traineeship that leads to an Employees’ Retirement System Examiner 1, SG-9 position.70.1 Transfer:To be eligible for a 70.1 transfer to Employees’ Retirement System Examiner 1, SG-9, you must have one year of permanent competitive service in a qualifying title allocated to a salary grade 7 or above.To be eligible for a 70.1 transfer to Employees’ Retirement System Examiner Trainee, equated to SG-6, you must have one year of permanent competitive service in a qualifying title allocated to salary grade 6 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.55-b/c: 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)

Additional Comments Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Ability to prepare, understand and interpret written materials.• Ability to use office equipment such as computers, photocopy equipment, etc.• Excellent interpersonal skills both over the telephone and in-person• Ability to perform tasks accurately with attention to detail and within specific time frames.• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.• Good organizational and problem-solving skills.• Adaptable to interruptions and changes in work routine.• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations as necessary.• Ability to contribute to an inclusive and diverse work environment.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 and operational needs they may be allowed to do so. Generally, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period but may be approved to telecommute less.Reasonable Accommodation: The NYS Office of the 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 EmploymentThe 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. The Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications. OSC offers competitive salaries and benefits, and opportunities for advancement, continuing education, and professional development. We provide a professional environment where employees are encouraged to push themselves while maintaining work-life balance. Our generous benefits package includes:• A state pension with vesting after five years’ service• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance available to all employees and their dependents• Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health care• Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP), allowing eligible employees to exchange previously accrued leave in return for a credit to be applied toward their health insurance• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)• NYS Deferred Compensation plan• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds• Holiday and paid time off• Shift and geographic pay differentials• A committed continuous learning environment• Informational Brown Bag sessions • Wellness at Work Programs to promote employee health and wellness• OSC Mentoring Program to network, contribute, and provide an opportunity to strengthen competencies in a variety of areas• And much more

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

Name David Heaphy

Telephone 5184741924

Fax (518)486-6723

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street Office of the New York State Comptroller, Division of Human Resources

110 State Street, 12th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12236

Notes on Applying Submit a clear, concise cover letter and resume to https://www.osc.ny.gov/jobs/openings/employees-retirement-system-examiner-1-trainees/102413, no later than July 7, 2025. To access this job vacancy, copy the link above and paste it into your web browser. Documents must be sent as unlocked and accessible attachments. If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact this Division representative: Division contact: Katrina Connelly, [email protected]