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Review Vacancy
Date Posted 10/23/26
Applications Due11/06/26
Vacancy ID227659
NY HELPSYes
55-b/c EligibleYes
AgencyHealth, Department of
TitleOffice Assistant 1 (NY HELPS) - 87510
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary Grade06
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $37862 to $46843 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
InternshipNo
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.50
Workday
From 9 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Albany
Street Address Office of Health Insurance Programs/Division of Eligibility and Marketplace Integration / Bureau of Third Party Health Insurance, Medicare Savings Pro
99 Washington Avenue, One Commerce Plaza
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12210
Duties Description The Office Assistant 1 (OA 1) incumbent will work within the Bureau of Third-Party Health Liability (TPL), Medicare Savings Program and Recoveries. Duties may include, but not be limited to:
Ability to review information and documents used in the TPL process.
Close attention to detail with ability to perform data entry of information in various systems (eMedNY, MAXe, JIRA).
Create, update and utilize documents and spreadsheets (Word and Excel) in an administrative fashion to support project management process.
Ability to track data such as due dates and report on this type of information.
Verify Third Party Health Insurance (TPHI) information through phone calls and/or on-line resources.
Create and/or modify HIPP/MIPP payees as necessary.
Create manual notices via Microsoft Word and MAXe.
Gather information from employers and/or insurance carriers regarding TPHI.
Professional communication skills with ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders by phone and email.
Perform some highly repetitive functions in support of unit processes.
Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).*
To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:
There are no minimum education or experience requirements for this title.
Candidates may also be qualified for permanent competitive appointment if reachable from the appropriate Civil Service eligible list or eligible for reassignment or transfer in accordance with Civil Service Law.
Preferred Qualifications: Preferred candidates will have strong analytical skills and the ability to pay attention to details and will also have good oral and written communication skills. Candidates should have proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access); the ability to work well independently and as part of a team and to manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines. Professional experience in public health insurance programs, including New Yorks Medicaid, Medicare and/or Child Health Plus and supervisory experience is a plus.
Additional Comments When reviewing qualifications, omissions and vagueness cannot be interpreted in the candidate's favor. Candidates are responsible for providing accurate and clear descriptions of their experience demonstrating how they meet the minimum qualifications.
This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm
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Name Human Resources Management Group, SCD/OA1/87510
Telephone 518-486-1812
Fax 518-473-3395
Email Address resume@health.ny.gov
Address
Street Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12237
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference SCD/OA1/87510 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, SCD/OA1/87510, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.
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