Special Assistant

Duties Description Reporting directly to the Deputy Commissioner, the Senior Advisor for Engagement and Workforce, in the Division of Child Care Services (DCCS) would coordinate provider and workforce supports across bureaus and build partnerships essential to child care expansion. The Division of Child Care Services has seen tremendous growth in recent years in funding, families, and providers served. As the Division scales universal child care initiatives and manages special federal and state regulatory processes, the need to formalize provider engagement and workforce support efforts is critical to the continued success of the Division and the Governor's child care agenda.

Duties would include but are not limited to:

-Build and nurture trusted relationships with child care providers, child care stakeholders and industry partners
- Lead provider engagement for special initiatives including coordination with SED on UPK expansion
-Convening with external stakeholder groups
-Work with DCCS staff and other state agencies to facilitate cross-sector coordination and alignment.
-Lead provider wellness and workforce development initiatives to support provider retention, professional development, and well-being.
-Serve as liaison between regulatory, operational, and partner agency priorities while strengthening our engagement on quality standards and shared goals.


Other duties to be discussed during the interview.


Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in public administration, public policy, women's or gender studies, social work or a related field. In addition, eight years' experience must have been gained in the overall management administration of a federal or state-level program or large-scale and complex initiative in the human services fields. Specific background or experience in early childhood education policy, data, and/or direct services is preferred. Individuals with previous experience in a leadership role with community-based organizing and community outreach encouraged to apply.


Additional Comments Background Investigation Requirements:

1) All prospective employees will be investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC), which includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee's employment application, may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information and may be required to pay any necessary fees.


2) All prospective employees will be screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees will be required to pay any necessary fees.


The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is an equal opportunity employer. OCFS does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We devote special attention to dismantling racial injustice and recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We are committed to the diversity of our staff and encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply. In furtherance of Executive Order 31 and OCFS's mission to have a diverse workforce, all people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applicants must be dedicated to working in and sustaining an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned, and lived expertise, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff. Applicants of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.


Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name New York State Office of Children and Family Services


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Address

Street Bureau of Personnel - MIH


52 Washington Street, 231 North


City Rensselaer


State NY


Zip Code 12144


Notes on Applying Qualified candidates should e-mail their resume and letter of interest to View email address on click.appcast.io You MUST include the Vacancy number of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify you for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by OCFS Personnel for your social security number to confirm your employment history.