Clearance Administrator

City of New York • New York City, NY

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About The Position

The Investigator will serve as Clearance Administrator for the Central Clearance Unit of the Bureau of Childcare, conducting comprehensive background checks for childcare staff. The Bureau ensures childcare services in New York City comply with applicable city and state regulations and monitors programs to protect children’s health and safety.

The role reviews and processes background clearance applications, manages clearance requests for licensed and prospective childcare providers, verifies records and information, and communicates determinations. It also provides technical assistance to childcare operators and staff, safeguards confidential information, maintains databases, and coordinates with City and State agencies and community stakeholders on matters related to Early Childhood Education.

Only permanent employees in the title who are reachable on the Investigator Civil Service List are eligible to apply.

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.
• All candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent.
• Undergraduate college credit may substitute for qualifying experience at a rate of 30 semester credits for one year of full-time experience.
• 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 regarding background clearances needed to attain, renew, or maintain a license.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of confidential information and update databases in accordance with protocols.
• Assist childcare providers by liaising among City and State agencies, community groups, parents, and the general public regarding Early Childhood Education.

Benefits

• Premium-free health insurance plan, described as saving 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 possibility of working from home up to two days during the week.
• Greater job security compared with private sector employment.

What This Job Offers

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