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The date on which the vacancy post was submitted.Date Posted 01/27/25
The last date that applications will be accepted.Applications Due03/28/25
This is the unique identifier for this vacancy.Vacancy ID179221
Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPYes
The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyFinancial Services, Department of
The job title for the vacancy.TitleClimate Policy Analyst (Financial Services Specialist 1 (Policy Analysis), SG-18)
The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing
The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary Grade18
The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $65001 to $82656 Annually
Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time
This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Permanent
Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 0%
This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri
The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No
If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No
If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No
If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? Yes
The county in which the vacancy is located. County New York
The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address One State Street
The city where the vacancy is located. City New York
The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY
The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code10004
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The New York State Department of Financial Services seeks to build an equitable, transparent, and resilient financial system that benefits individuals and supports business. Through engagement, data-driven regulation and policy, and operational excellence, the Department and its employees are responsible for empowering consumers and protecting them from financial harm; ensuring the health of the entities we regulate; driving economic growth in New York through responsible innovation; and preserving the stability of the global financial system.
The Department of Financial Services is seeking candidates for the position of Climate Policy Analysis in the Climate Division. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Assists in data analysis of the responses to a Request for Information from regulated banking and mortgage entities and preparation of related report;
• Provides support for DFS’s participation in climate modeling and mapping projects;
• Assists in research and development of policy initiatives relating to climate resiliency of regulated financial institutions and communities;
• Works across the Banking, Insurance, Research and Innovation, Consumer Protection and Financial Enforcement Divisions and the Office of General Counsel to assist in the development and administration of climate-related initiatives;??
• Engages with DFS-regulated institutions and monitors their progress on managing climate-related financial risks;?
• Participates in developing and administering programs to support DFS-regulated institutions as they assess and manage climate-related financial risks;?
• Provides support and training to internal staff on climate-related financial supervision;?
• Participates in and contributes to relevant national and international networks and coordination with other state and federal regulators;?
• Develops policy recommendations regarding additional and future directions DFS could pursue regarding climate-related financial supervision;??
• Researches and reports on trends in climate-related supervision, sustainable finance, climate resilience, and updating stakeholders and agency management on a periodic basis; and?
• Other duties as assigned.?
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a financial services institution, financial services regulatory agency, public accounting, or consulting firm.
Appointment method:
Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications listed below in order to be eligible for appointment.
Non-Competitive:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Business Administration, Economics, Econometrics, Finance, Health, Health Administration, Health Policy, Law, Mathematics, Political Science, Public Administration, Public Health, Public Policy, Risk Management or Statistics and two (2) years of specialized experience in one or more of the following:
• Research, planning, administration, and/or analysis of the policies and procedures affecting regulated entities and how they conduct business activities with the public and/or other regulated entities.
• Research and analysis of State and federal statutes and regulations and their effects upon the business activities of financial services entities with regard to the public and/or other financial services entities.
A Master’s Degree in one (1) of the related fields or a J.D. may substitute for one (1) year of specialized experience. A Ph.D. in one (1) of the related fields may substitute for two (2) years of specialized experience.
Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments Please note that a change in negotiating unit may affect your salary, insurance and other benefits.
Salary: The starting salary for this position is $65,001 with periodic increases up to $82,656
Positions located within the New York City metropolitan area, as well as Suffolk, Nassau, Rockland, and Westchester Counties, are also eligible to receive an additional $3,400 annual downstate adjustment.
Appointment Status: Permanent
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Tyler Lebel
The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone
The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax (518) 402-5071
Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address NCE.Notifications@dfs.ny.gov
Address
The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street One Commerce Plaza
Suite 301
The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Albany
The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY
The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 12257
Instructions for potential applicants.Notes on ApplyingTo Apply: Interested qualified candidates must submit a resume and letter of interest no later than March 28, 2025 to the email address listed below. Please include the Box # (Box CPA-FSS1PA-10587) in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application. Email submissions are preferred.
Please be advised that the New York State Department of Financial Services does not offer sponsorship for employment visas.
Tyler Lebel
Box CPA-FSS1PA-10587
New York State Department of Financial Services
Office of Human Resources Management
One Commerce Plaza, Suite 301
Albany, NY 12257
Email: NCE.Notifications@dfs.ny.gov
Fax: (518) 402-5071
All candidates that apply may not be scheduled for an interview.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
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AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Department of Financial Services is required to provide reasonable accommodation for known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant with a disability if an accommodation would enable the applicant to perform the essential functions of the job. If the accommodation would constitute an undue hardship on the operations of the agency, the agency is not required to provide it.
All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply to all jobs for which they meet the minimum qualifications.