Licensing Specialist

NYC Department of Social Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency in New York City is seeking a Community Associate to manage licensing applications for the trade waste industry. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and organizational skills, with a commitment to serving diverse communities. This full-time position offers opportunities for growth in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on public service.

Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness programs

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus three years of experience in community work.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Processing applications and issuing BIC plates for businesses.
• Answering inquiries regarding licensing and registration.
• Data entry and covering the Agency Reception area.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Computer Proficiency

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Three years of experience in community work

Job description

The New York City Business Integrity Commission (BIC) is a combined law enforcement and regulatory agency with jurisdiction over the trade waste industry and the public wholesale markets. Businesses seeking to operate in these industries must apply to and be Licensed or Registered by BIC.

Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Director of Licensing and Assistant Director of Licensing, the candidate will be responsible for processing applications, issuing BIC plates, and handling related administrative matters for businesses in the trade waste industry and public wholesale markets. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, answering inquiries from the public and applicants regarding licensing and registration, reviewing applications for completeness, accepting and processing fees, data entry, answering phones, filing, and covering the Agency Reception area.

The ideal candidate should be hardworking, professional, experienced in customer service with diverse communities, and capable of multitasking in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Position Details

• Community Associate - 56057

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus three years of experience in community work or related activities; or
• Equivalent education and/or experience.

Preferred Skills

• Excellent communication skills (oral, written, interpersonal)
• Strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented
• Ability to multitask
• Computer proficiency
• Bilingual abilities are a plus

Additional Information

Public Service Loan Forgiveness programs may be available. Visit https://studentaid.gov/pslf/ for more details.

Residency in New York City is generally required within 90 days of appointment. Some employees may be eligible to reside in nearby counties after two continuous years of city employment.

The City of New York is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, prohibiting discrimination based on legally protected characteristics.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industry: Government Administration