Immigrant Community Specialist 1 - Vacancy ID# 186408

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The Office for New American (ONA) was established to assist newcomers to New York State who are eager to contribute to our economy and become part of the family of New York State. ONA helps New Americans fully participate in New York State civic and economic life. As we amend current grants and add new ones to meet the needs of New Americans across the state during this time of continuous changing federal immigration policy. The Community Immigrant Specialist 1 duties in Office for New Americans will include but are not limited to the following• Monitor various contractual documents and prepare periodic compliance reports of unit activities for review. • Ensures that procedures for providing services to target recipients are monitored and adjusted to ensure the smooth flow of work which will include thorough site visits.• Respond to requests for information from new Americans, service providers, public officials, and the general public.• May meet with individuals or groups to provide information and answer questions.• Provide information on and referral of immigration issues including US citizenship and temporary assistance programs and services.• Help develop partnerships across the ONA (Office for New Americans) network and state agencies and identify areas of growth for immigrant communities.• Assist in the coordination of immigration workshops throughout New York State.• Target outreach to new immigrant populations, based on most current census and resettlement data available.• Provide ombudsman services to immigrants.• Respond to constituent calls and letters regarding immigration matters and other concerns.• Follow-up with appropriate federal, state, and local agencies.• Provide referrals to citizenship contract providers for legal immigration assistance.• Direct legal assistance to immigrants to assist with their transition to life in the United States.• Assist with services to immigrants and other new Americans with other agencies.• Ensure the availability of social and economic assistance to new Americans and their families.• Provide technical assistance and professional development opportunities for the organizations ONA is contracting with.• Other duties as applicable.

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Six years of experience in providing assistance to or helping constituents, clients or citizens understand and participate in public and private programs, one year of which must have been in human services and/or the attainment of United States citizenship.Fluency in speaking, reading, writing and oral comprehension of an appropriate language is required. Candidates must be able to communicate at a native level of fluency and demonstrate an awareness of and sensitivity to cultural issues and nuances. A bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of the required experience. A master’s degree may substitute for five years of the required experience.It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.If a degree and/or credit hours are listed, please forward your transcripts with your resume and cover letter.Preferred Qualifications • Work experience working with immigrant populations• Work experience working with contract/grant compliance or monitoring

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments The Department of State is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability status, arrest record or criminal conviction history, or any other category protected by law.We are happy to provide reasonable and religious accommodations during the hiring process for those in need. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please send a request to HRM.Recruitment@dos.ny.gov.NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: The Department of State employees may be approved for a maximum of 50% telecommuting, however, they are required to apply and obtain approval through management in accordance with The Department of State Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

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