Clearance Administrator

Agency DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Agency DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE in New York City seeks an Investigator to conduct comprehensive background checks for childcare staff. You will review applications for completeness, manage a caseload, verify records, and draft determination letters.

Join a team dedicated to protecting child health and safety, liaising with City and State agencies and providing technical assistance on background clearances to attain or maintain licenses.

Qualifications

• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and two years of satisfactory, full-time experience as an investigator evaluating credit worthiness, searching for assets, verifying information concerning education, experience, and other personal qualifications bearing upon character and fitness for employment; or performing investigations involving the research, compilation and/or location of evidence or information in order to build a case or uncover activities of a criminal, corrupt, unlawful or unethical nature; or 2. An associate degree or 60 semester credits from an accredited college; or 3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. Undergraduate college credit can be substituted for experience on the basis of 30 semester credits, from an accredited college, for one year of full-time experience. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent.

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 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 related to Early Childhood Education.

Skills

Investigation experience

Background checks

Record verification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 60 college credits

Education/experience equivalence

Job description

ONLY PERMANENT EMPLOYEES IN THE TITLE AND THOSE THAT HAVE TAKEN THE RECENT INVESTIGATOR EXAM #5083 ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY.

Division/Program Summary:

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's Division of Environmental Health works to prevent and control illness and injury related to environmental and occupational health risks through outreach, education, surveillance and enforcement. With a staff of 1,000, the Division covers a broad range of subject matter, including oversight of environmental investigations, lead poisoning, injury prevention, occupational health, food safety, childcare, radiation control, recreational and drinking water quality, air quality, climate health, vector control, veterinary public health and pest control.

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 Clearance Administrator 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 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 related to Early Childhood Education.

Why you should work for us:

• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
• a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
• additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
• a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• a tax-deferred savings program and
• a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
• Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise. INVESTIGATOR - 31105

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

Commitment to Equity:

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at [e-mail] or 347-396-6549.

Minimum Qualifications

1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and two years of satisfactory, full-time experience as an investigator evaluating credit worthiness, searching for assets, verifying information concerning education, experience, and other personal qualifications bearing upon character and fitness for employment; or performing investigations involving the research, compilation and/or location of evidence or information in order to build a case or uncover activities of a criminal, corrupt, unlawful or unethical nature; or 2. An associate degree or 60 semester credits from an accredited college; or 3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. Undergraduate college credit can be substituted for experience on the basis of 30 semester credits, from an accredited college, for one year of full-time experience. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee