The Medical Assistance Program (MAP) administers public health insurance programs, including Medicaid, for the City of New York. Applying individuals and families are approved for eligibility against applicable Federal and State guidelines. Those found to be eligible can use coverage provided to access doctors, medication and other health care services at little or no cost.

The Medical Assistance Program (MAP), is recruiting for one (1) Clerical Associate III to function as a Control Clerk, in the Nursing Home Eligibility Division (NHED)unit, who will:

- Register new applicants by entering/checking applicant data into WMS/computer databases from completed applications.

- Gather additional data related to compliance with Agency mandates.

- Prepare weekly statistical reports utilizing data obtained from completed applications and unit production reports.

- Maintain a filing system.

- Perform related clerical functions such as answering phones, referring calls and making copies.

- Perform other related assigned duties.

IF YOU ARE HIRED PROVISIONALLY IN THIS TITLE, YOU MUST TAKE AND PASS THE CIVIL SERVICE EXAM WHEN IT BECOMES AVAILABLE TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.

Salary Range $40,957 - $47,100.

Work Location: 505 Clermont Avenue, 5TH fl., Brooklyn, NY, 11238

Hours/Schedule: 9 AM – 5 PM (1 Hour Flex)

Qualification Requirements
A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and one year of satisfactory clerical experience.
Skills Requirement
Keyboard familiarity with the ability to type at a minimum of 100 key strokes (20 words) per minute.

- Able to follow up on assigned task until completed. - Able to work interdependently on assigned projects.

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.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

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.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.