NOTE: This position is open to applicants who are already permanent in the title of Clerical Associate or are reachable on the current open competitive list.
The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) is the largest Fire Department in the United States and universally is recognized as the world’s busiest and most highly skilled emergency response agency. The Department’s main goal is to provide fire protection, emergency medical care, and other critical public safety services to residents and visitors in the five boroughs. FDNY members are sworn to serve and protect life and property and the Department works to continually educate the public in fire, life safety and disaster preparedness, along with enforcing public safety codes. Since its inception in 1865, FDNY has helped lead efforts to make New York the safest big city in the nation. This accomplishment requires a steadfast and daily commitment to maintaining the Department’s core values.
The Bureau of Procurement and Fiscal Services mission is to provide comprehensive purchasing and fiscal management for the agency. The services offered by the bureau include procurement administration, grants management, disbursement management, payment review, City tax levy budget coordination, capital project accounting, contracts administration as well as other related activities.
The Fire Department, City of New York (FDNY), seeks a full-time Clerical Associate Level 4 in the Bureau of Fiscal Services. Reporting directly to the Deputy Director, Accounts Payable, the successful candidate will: Audit medical compensation claims daily utilizing the WCCS system. Verify price and all pertinent information including patient’s name, social security number, vendor’s name, vendor’s tax identification, and correct payment address. Apply pend3 level approvals as appropriate. Research all rejected claims to resolve payment issues. Ensure all actions are expedited, processed, and treated with equity within established guidelines. Make corrections to rejected claims in WCCS. Correct rejected claims in FMS. Activate or deactivate vendor codes of medical providers as required. Maintain Matrix to track batches of compensation claims to report the aging status of processed and unprocessed claims. Facilitate workflow for Medical Compensation desk.
Minimum Qual Requirements
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.
Preferred Skills
• Experience in processing payment for goods and services
• Knowledge of New York City Procurement Policy Board (PPB) Rules and local laws
• Knowledge of City systems including Financial Management System (FMS)
• Strong analytical and organization skills
Additional Information
We offer great benefits and programs!
-Health Benefits at no or low cost with an array of health plans
-Defined Pension Plans
-401(k) and 457(k) Retirement Savings Programs
-Dental and Vision Coverage
-Prescription Drug Program
-Flexible Spending Program
-Paid Holidays and Generous Annual Leave
-Training and Professional Development
-Opportunity for Scholarship
-College Savings Program
-Commuter Benefits
-Employee Assistance Programs
-Workplace Wellness Programs
-Student Loan Forgiveness*
-Municipal Credit Union
**Appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval.
To Apply
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55-a Program
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.
Public Svc Loan Forgiveness
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 StudentAid.gov/PSLF .
Residency Requirement
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.
POSTING DATE
07/07/2023
POST UNTIL
07/21/2023
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.