Deputy Secretary of State for Economic Opportunity Vacancy

Duties Description Preferred Quals :

• Primary experience in the formulation, implementation, and / or evaluation of program policies related to immigration or consumer protection.
• Secondary experience in the formulation, implementation, and / or evaluation of policies related to federal grant programs.
• Experience with governmental grant programs.
• Experience with governmental regulatory, oversight, investigative, or administrative enforcement programs.
• Experience in leading teams of professional and support staff.
• Familiarity with New York State government policies and programs.
• Experience working within the NYS Executive branch of government.
• Advanced degree such as a Masters, J.D., or PhD, related to public administration, public policy, law, or other areas with a nexus to assigned program areas.
• Three or more years of experience in a managerial capacity inclusive of both program direction and managing staff of large work units or divisions (40 staff) and overseeing organizational structures that include multiple levels of supervision.

Duties Description

Reporting to the Executive Deputy Secretary of State, the Deputy Secretary of State for Economic Opportunity provides executive and operational oversight and policy guidance for major program areas of the Department of State that include the Office for New Americans, the Division of Community Services, the Division of Consumer Protection, and the Address Confidentiality Program. Specific duties include :

Travel is expected mainly between the Albany and NYC office

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and eight years of relevant and progressively responsible professional experience in programs providing services to vulnerable populations, or those with targeted service needs. At least three of the required years of experience must have been in a managerial capacity that included both program direction and managing staff.

Four years of specialized experience; or an Associate's degree and two years of specialized experience may substitute for required Bachelor's degree.

J.D. or Master's degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for two years of specialized experience.

Additional Comments Additional Comments :

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter that clearly demonstrate how they meet the minimum or preferred qualifications for the position.

Salary within the listed range will be commensurate with education and experience, and degree to which preferred qualifications are met. NYC office assignment includes an additional $3,400 location pay added to compensation.

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 : Employees of the Department of State may apply to participate in the telecommuting program. If approved, an individual may telecommute for a maximum of 50% in accordance with the Department of State Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

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

Name HR. Recruitment

Telephone 518-474-2752

Fax 518-402-3656

Email Address HRM.Recruitment@dos.ny.gov

Address

Street 99 Washington Avenue Suite 1150

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12231

Notes on Applying If you are interested and meet the minimum qualifications above, email your cover letter, resume, degree / transcript, and New York State Part 1 Application (https : / / dos.ny.gov / employment-opportunities) to HRM.Recruitment@dos.ny.gov. Please include Title, Location and Vacancy ID # you are applying for in the subject line of your email.

Salary : $3,400