Clearance Administrator, Bureau of Childcare - City of New York : Job Details

Full-time

Agency: DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE

Job Category: Health

Clerical Associate IV-10251 Open to candidates who are permanent in the civil service title of Clerical Associate or for those individuals who filed for THE NEW YORK CITY BRIDGE EXAM No. 3971 within the filing period From June 7, 2023 to July 18, 2023, which includes CLERICAL ASSOCIATE. THE TEST DATE: Multiple-choice and Qualifying Education and Experience testing was expected to begin on Monday, September 18, 2023. In addition, other eligible candidates are those who filed for THE NEW YORK CITY BRIDGE EXAM No. 4977 within the filing period From: June 5, 2024 To: June 25, 2024. Multiple-choice and Qualifying Education and Experience testing is expected to begin on Monday, September 16, 2024. Division/Program Summary: The Bureau of Child Care ensures that childcare services in New York City operate in compliance with the New York City Health Code and New York State Social Service regulations and are licensed or permitted as required by law. The Bureau routinely monitors childcare programs to protect the health and safety of children while in the childcare environment, and actively works to improve and expand access to high quality programs which support early childhood development and learning. Position Summary: The Bureau seeks to hire a Clerical Associate to serve as a Clearance Administrator who will conduct comprehensive background checks for childcare staff. Job Duties and Responsibilities: - Review background clearance applications for completeness and accuracy, and process all required checks within designated timeframe. - Manage a caseload of background clearance requests for licensed and prospective childcare providers. - Examine, analyze and verify records, documents and other information. - Draft determination letters and conduct related outreach to providers and staff of childcare programs regarding clearances. - Provide technical assistance to childcare operators and staff regarding background clearances necessary to attain, renew or maintain a license to provide services. - Ensure proper storage and handling of confidential information and update databases in accordance with protocols. - Assist childcare providers by liaising between City and State agencies, community groups, parents and the general public. PREFERRED SKILLS: Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills; Highly organized, strong attention to detail, and solution oriented; Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment; Working knowledge of child care regulations desired but not required; Strong skills in data entry and navigating large databases.

Qualification Requirements A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and one year of satisfactory clerical experience. Skills Requirement Keyboard familiarity with the ability to type at a minimum of 100 key strokes (20 words) per minute.

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