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The New York State Comptroller is the chief financial officer of the state, responsible for overseeing government spending, auditing state agencies, managing public pensions, and ensuring financial accountability. The Comptroller also monitors local government finances, administers the state retirement system, and provides financial reports on state and municipal operations. This role helps maintain transparency and fiscal responsibility in New York State's financial management.

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Confidential Aide

Confidential Aide

Office of the New York State Comptroller

Albany, NY • On-site

$114K - $144K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

#2413 - Confidential Aide
Report to an agency head and perform a variety of support activities to keep the agency head organized both in the office and while traveling.
Position Summary:
Item #: 00085
Bargaining Unit: Management Confidential
Division: Executive Direction Comptroller
Bureau: Executive Direction Comptroller - Executive Staff
Jurisdictional Class: Exempt
Appointment Type: Permanent
Salary Grade: 600
Salary Range: $114,558 - $144,343
Employment Type: FULL TIME
Occupational Category: Other
NY HELPS: No
Travel Percentage: 80%
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Work Hours: 8-4PM
Shift: Day
Mandatory Overtime: Yes
Compressed Workweek Allowed: No
Telecommuting Allowed: No
How to Apply:
To be considered for this position, you must create a candidate profile or log in to your profile and upload the documents listed below.
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • College Transcripts (if applicable)

Please ensure item number 00085 is included in each document's file name. Transcripts are required if the position has educational requirements or allows education as a substitution for minimum qualifications.
Minimum Qualifications:
To be appointed to this position, you must have:
  • Ten years of full-time experience as a Municipal police officer, Deputy Sheriff, New York State Trooper, or Federal Law Officer of which three years must have involved providing supervision at the rank of Sergeant or above (see Note 1); and,
  • Six years of full-time experience in executive protection and public setting threat assessment for high-profile public officials.

a) The authority to carry and conceal a firearm in New York State and under the Federal Law Enforcement Officers' Safety Act (see Note 2), and;
b) Possession of a valid New York State driver's license (see Note 2).
Note 1:
  • A bachelor's degree in criminal justice or Sociology may be substituted for the three years of supervisory experience.

Note 2:
  • Must maintain a) and b) as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Demonstrated experience in executive protection and public setting threat assessment.
  • Thorough law enforcement knowledge.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to professionally interact with high-level municipal and government officials and local law enforcement.
  • High moral character and ethical standards.
  • Skilled in the use of firearms.
  • A physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Contact Information:
If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact:
Division Contact:
Catherine M. LaVoy
clavoy@osc.ny.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Jennifer Brantigan
(518) 474-1924
Recruit@osc.ny.gov
The Office of the State Comptroller does not participate in E-Verify or sponsor visa applications.
Telecommuting
The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency's mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee's primary residence location, duties and work performance are aligned with telecommuting they may be allowed to do so. Upon approval to telecommute, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period.
Reasonable Accommodation
The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.
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