Clearance Administrator

City of New York • New York, NY

1d • $48,206 - $57,737

About The Position

The Investigator will serve as a Clearance Administrator for the Central Clearance Unit, conducting comprehensive background checks for childcare staff. The Bureau of Childcare monitors childcare programs to help ensure compliance with New York City Health Code and New York State Social Service regulations and to protect children’s health and safety. It also works to improve and expand access to high-quality programs that support early childhood development and learning.

The position manages background clearance requests for licensed and prospective childcare providers, reviews applications and records, communicates clearance determinations, and provides technical assistance. The role also supports childcare providers by coordinating with City and State agencies, community groups, parents, and the public on matters related to Early Childhood Education. Handling and storing confidential information in accordance with established protocols is part of the position.

Requirements

• A four-year high school diploma or equivalent and two years of satisfactory, full-time qualifying investigative experience; or an associate degree or 60 semester credits from an accredited college; or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Qualifying experience includes investigating credit worthiness, searching for assets, verifying education, experience, or other personal qualifications bearing on character and fitness for employment, or conducting investigations involving research, compilation, or location of evidence or information to build a case or uncover criminal, corrupt, unlawful, or unethical activities.
• Undergraduate college credits may substitute for experience at a rate of 30 semester credits for one year of full-time experience.
• All candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent.
• Only permanent employees in the title who are reachable on the Investigator Civil Service List are eligible to apply.

Responsibilities

• Review background clearance applications for completeness and accuracy and process required checks within designated timeframes.
• Manage a caseload of background clearance requests for licensed and prospective childcare providers.
• Examine, analyze, and verify records, documents, and other information.
• Draft determination letters and conduct related outreach to childcare providers and program staff regarding clearances.
• Provide technical assistance to childcare operators and staff concerning background clearances needed to attain, renew, or maintain a license to provide services.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of confidential information and update databases in accordance with protocols.
• Assist childcare providers by liaising with City and State agencies, community groups, parents, and the general public on Early Childhood Education matters.

Benefits

• Premium-free health insurance plan; the posting states it saves employees over $10,000 annually based on a 2024 assessment.
• Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available depending on the position’s associated union or benefit fund.
• Public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• Tax-deferred savings program.
• Worksite Wellness Program.
• Depending on the position, the ability to work from home up to two days during the week.
• Job security compared with private-sector employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED