Clearance Administrator

Responsibilities

• Review background clearance applications for completeness and accuracy
• Manage a caseload of background clearance requests for childcare providers
• Examine, analyze and verify records, documents and other information
• Draft determination letters and conduct outreach to providers and staff
• Provide technical assistance to childcare operators regarding background clearances
• Ensure proper storage and handling of confidential information
• Liaise between City and State agencies, community groups, and the public

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent with two years of satisfactory investigator experience
• OR an associate degree or 60 semester credits from an accredited college
• OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be a permanent employee in the title or have taken Investigator Exam #5083

Benefits

• Premium-free health insurance plan
• Public sector defined benefit pension plan
• Tax-deferred savings program
• Worksite Wellness Program
• Hybrid work flexibility (up to two days from home)

About the Company

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC.