Program Officer Job at NYC Careers
New York City is home to approximately 1.64 million older adults, and the Department for the Aging (NYC Aging) is committed to helping them age in their homes and communities. The mission of NYC Aging is to eliminate ageism and ensure the dignity and quality of life of diverse older adults. The NYC Aging also works to support caregivers through service, advocacy, and education.¿
The Department for the Aging seeks a dynamic, motivated and detail-oriented individual to serve as a Program Officer to work in the Bureau of Community Services, Older Adult Centers Division.
The Department for the Aging seeks a dynamic, motivated and detail-oriented individual to serve as a Program Officer to work in the Bureau of Community Services, Older Adult Centers Division.
- Oversees assigned caseload of older adult programs and other community-based services, functions as the primary point of entry and communication between the programs and the Department, stays current on programs’ status and progress toward achievement of program goals and contractual obligations. Provides written and verbal information on community-based programs as needed by the Bureau, using required computer tools and reporting methods.
- Regularly monitors and conducts comprehensive on-site assessments to assure programs’ compliance with the Department for the Aging Standards and contract requirements. Analyzes current and prior contractual performance of service providers and contracted services using standard assessment tools. Identifies areas of program strength and weakness, recommends improvements, and evaluates quality of program services. Prepares written reports on findings and recommendations.
- Interprets agency policy and provides comprehensive technical assistance as needed to assigned aging services providers, often on site, to maximize program goals and ensure compliance with NYC Aging standards.
- Analyzes program contacts and budgets. Informs, collaborates and acts as liaison with other NYC Aging Units (such as Budget Unit and Procurement Unit) regarding programmatic issues. Assist in the review of contracts, amendments, agreements and renewals in accordance with Bureau timeframes.
- Participates in the reading and evaluation of the Agency's Request for Proposals (RFP).
- Participates in special projects and new initiatives.
Minimum Qual Requirements
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and three years of full-time satisfactory professional experience in social services, community relations, public administration or management, contract management, or social research and/or planning, of which at least one year must have been in the field of aging; or
2. Education and/or experience that is equivalent to "1" above. Experience as described in "1" above may be substituted for education on a year for year basis. However, all candidates must: (a) have one year of experience as described in "1"
in the field of aging; and (b) possess a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization.
Requirements for Assignment Level II
For Assignment Level II, in addition to meeting the qualification requirements above, one additional year of the experience described in "1" above is required.
2. Education and/or experience that is equivalent to "1" above. Experience as described in "1" above may be substituted for education on a year for year basis. However, all candidates must: (a) have one year of experience as described in "1"
in the field of aging; and (b) possess a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization.
Requirements for Assignment Level II
For Assignment Level II, in addition to meeting the qualification requirements above, one additional year of the experience described in "1" above is required.
Preferred Skills
Bi-lingual candidates (in Spanish, Chinese) are encouraged to apply; prefer good computer skills in MS Word and Excel; candidates must be willing to travel extensively within the five boroughs of New York City.
Additional Information
As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.
To Apply
Please be sure to submit a resume & cover letter when applying.
All current City Employees may apply by going to Employee Self Service (ESS) http://cityshare.nycnet/ess
Click on Recruiting Activities/Careers and Search for Job ID #574480
All other applicants, please go to www.nyc.gov/careers/search and search for Job ID #574480
Please do not email, mail or fax your resume to DFTA directly.
All current City Employees may apply by going to Employee Self Service (ESS) http://cityshare.nycnet/ess
Click on Recruiting Activities/Careers and Search for Job ID #574480
All other applicants, please go to www.nyc.gov/careers/search and search for Job ID #574480
Please do not email, mail or fax your resume to DFTA directly.
55-a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
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