Program Research Specialist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Duties Description Under the direction of the State and Local Planning Unit Director, the Program Research Specialist 1 supports planning, research, analysis, and evaluation activities for the Division of Planning, Research, Information Management, & Evaluation (PRIME). Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assists with state planning by tracking Division Planning Priorities and connecting those initiatives to the Goals and Objectives outlined in the OASAS Strategic Plan Supports the local planning process by providing technical assistance to the Local Government Units completing the annual updates to the Local Services Plans Analyzes local service plans for inclusion in long-range statewide planning initiatives and develops strategies for including local priorities into Statewide policies. Conducts literature searches to support research projects within the PRIME Division.

Provides research assistance for the semiannual provider surveys. Uses data visualization software such as Tableau to present substance use prevalence and substance use disorder data to Local Governmental Units and external audiences. Evaluates substance use prevalence data sources to determine any limitations in terms of reliability or usability.

Performs data manipulation tasks with quantitative and qualitative data, such as data construction, merging data files, and data cleaning to analyze and visualize state and local planning. Identifies new program needs, considering agency goals and other relevant conditions and trends, and the effects of actual or proposed legislation within the framework of the Statewide Comprehensive Plan. Prepares tables, graphs, fact sheets, and written reports summarizing research and analysis results for Local Services Plans, Statewide Comprehensive Plan, and the semiannual provider surveys.

Performs other related duties as assigned. This position requires excellent writing and grammatical skills, along with organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work assignments. Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

Permanent qualifications: Currently serving in a Program Research Specialist 1 (G-18) position and eligible for transfer ~OR~ reachable on the Program Research Specialist 1 Civil Service eligible list ~OR~ eligible to transfer via Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law. Or: A bachelor's degree including or supplemented by nine semester credit hours in biostatistics, data analysis, data modeling, economics, econometrics, mathematics, research methods, or statistics and two years of professional research experience performing the collection, manipulation (e.g., data construction, merging data files, data cleaning, working with data files containing different levels of data) and evaluation of quantitative data directed toward review, analysis, and presentation related to program operations. Substitution: A master's degree or higher including or supplemented by nine semester credit hours in biostatistics, data analysis, data modeling, economics, econometrics, mathematics, research methods, or statistics may substitute for one year of experience

Upon satisfactory completion of the 12-month training at the Trainee 1, you will automatically advance to Trainee 2. For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments.

If a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State.

While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified. Additional Comments Salary Range: $69,964 - $88,970 Trainee 1: $56,183 - $71,719 Trainee 2: $62,694 - $79,795 *Candidates will serve a two-year traineeship leading to an Program Research Specialist 1, SG-18. The salary range listed for this posting reflects the full range for this graded position, factoring in annual performance advances based on satisfactory annual performance reviews.

Candidates with no previous State service will begin at the hiring rate (starting rate of the salary range) listed above, plus any applicable Location Pay/Geographic Pay/Shift Pay differentials. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations, and negotiated union contracts. Telecommuting may be discussed as part of the interview process.

The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program allows public service employees to have the remaining balance on direct loans forgiven after 120 qualifying payments are made under an accepted repayment plan while working full-time for an eligible employer. New York State is an eligible employer. More information is available at https://oer.ny.gov/public-service-loan-forgiveness

Generous benefits package, which may include: medical, dental and vision coverage; NYS Employees Retirement System (pension); optional Deferred Compensation Program; tuition assistance; generous paid leave benefits; compensation for 13 State holidays per year; access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs; and Flex Spending Accounts. OASAS recognizes the value that different people, perspectives and cultures bring to the agency. We strive to create an inclusive culture that uplifts and supports our staff, fostering a sense of belonging in the workplace.

Individuals with lived substance use and/or gambling experience are encouraged to apply. New York State OASAS is an equal opportunity employer and provides opportunity for all regardless of race, gender, religion, national original, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, ability, or any other protected class. OASAS encourages people with disabilities to apply.

If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or hiring process, please reach out to Accessibility@oasas.ny.gov. This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply

At a future date, it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.