Jobs in Tappan, NY

Hearing Representative - Special Education Claims

Background on the Project:

A prestigious government agency is addressing the backlog of special education claims in New York City to ensure timely and fair resolution of disputes between parents and the city regarding educational plans for children with special needs. Recent rulings have emphasized the need for faster resolution of these claims and improvements in special education services and payment processes. This initiative requires dedicated attorneys to join the team and play a critical role in managing a high volume of cases and driving claims through the administrative process.

Role Overview:

Our client is seeking contract attorneys barred and in good standing in any state with 1+ years of litigation experience to Work Remotely on a 1 plus year assignment. As a Hearing Representative, you will represent our client throughout the entire special education claims process—from intake to resolution or settlement.

Pay Rates:

• 1 to 7 years of experience: $41.75/hour
• 7+ years of experience: $43.75/hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management: Manage a high-volume caseload of 100–200 special education claims, ensuring timely and effective handling.
• Representation: Prepare for and/or litigate complex cases involving significant legal precedents, policy implications, or financial impact. Represent the agency in administrative hearings, pre-hearing conferences, and settlement negotiations.
• Administrative Process: Navigate procedural requirements and ensure compliance with federal and state education laws and regulations.
• Documentation: Prepare and review all necessary filings, agreements, and reports with accuracy and thoroughness.
• Settlement Negotiation: Work with parents, public advocacy groups, and opposing counsel to reach fair resolutions while negotiating claims for attorney's fees.
• Training and Collaboration: Collaborate with special education specialists, technical experts, and attorneys; provide training to field staff and clinical staff on compliance with education laws.
• Research and Compliance: Analyze case law, gather evidence, and evaluate settlement demands. Provide guidance on compliance obligations to parents and students under hearing orders.

Required Qualifications:

• Bar Admission: Active bar license in good standing in any U.S. state.
• Litigation Experience: Minimum of 1+ years of recent litigation experience (more preferred).
• Tech Savvy: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues.
• Caseload Management: Proven ability to manage 100–200 cases concurrently.
• Timekeeping: Ability to log activities in 15-minute increments throughout the workday.
• Remote Work Skills: Dedicated workspace, reliable Wi-Fi, and comfort with virtual tools like Microsoft Teams and Outlook.
• Schedule Flexibility: Willingness to accommodate early morning hearings and work within Eastern Time Zone hours (7 AM–7 PM).
• Preferred Experience: Administrative Law, IEP/Special Education, Experience working for a government agency, Public Interest work, Settlement experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

Junior Litigation Associate – Asbestos Defense

Location: White Plains, NY

Experience Level: 1–3 Years

Practice Area: Complex Litigation / Toxic Tort / Asbestos Defense

About the Role

A well-established litigation firm is seeking a Junior Litigation Associate to join its Asbestos Defense practice group. This role offers hands-on litigation experience representing product manufacturers, distributors, contractors, and premises owners in complex toxic tort and asbestos-related personal injury matters.

The ideal candidate will be admitted in NY, have early litigation experience and an interest in developing expertise in mass tort and asbestos defense.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the defense of asbestos and toxic tort litigation matters from inception through trial
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery demands and responses
• Conduct and defend depositions (fact witnesses, plaintiffs, and corporate representatives)
• Perform legal research and draft memoranda on complex liability and causation issues
• Prepare summary judgment motions
• Participate in court appearances and mediations
• Assist with trial preparation including exhibit management and witness preparation
• Work closely with senior attorneys and clients on case strategy

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in New York (New Jersey admission a plus)
• 1–3 years of litigation experience (asbestos, toxic tort, or general defense litigation preferred)
• Experience drafting dispositive motions and managing discovery
• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Deposition experience preferred but not required

Preferred Experience

• Experience in asbestos litigation or other mass tort defense matters
• Familiarity with NYCAL (New York City Asbestos Litigation) procedures
• Exposure to complex medical or scientific issues

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities

Position Summary

The Litigation Paralegal supports litigation attorneys and the paralegal team, with a primary focus on discovery and trial preparation. This role also provides administrative support across a variety of litigation-related tasks. The candidate must be flexible and available to work overtime as business needs require. This is a hybrid position and may occasionally require travel.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Demonstrates strong knowledge of legal filings, briefing, and cite-checking/Bluebooking standards; applies best practices to ensure accuracy and consistency in formal papers and legal memoranda
• Responsible for federal court e-filing and related procedural requirements
• Conducts factual research and development using electronic research tools; coordinates with external vendors as needed
• Supports trial preparation efforts, including creation of trial notebooks, organization of exhibits, coordination of witness schedules, and maintenance of trial calendars and deadlines
• Works with external platforms to download, organize, and store data using established file-naming conventions
• Proofreads briefs and other legal documents for accuracy, formatting, and compliance
• Drafts routine correspondence and memoranda
• Maintains and updates document databases and case files
• Assists with project-based assignments and performs additional duties as required

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), with a professional demeanor and presentation
• Strong attention to detail with exceptional organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to prioritize workload and adapt in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment
• Strong critical-thinking skills with the ability to manage shifting priorities and change effectively

Qualifications & Prior Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience
• Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred
• 8–10 years of experience supporting complex litigation matters; law firm experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency with Windows-based applications and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with e-filing systems and litigation support tools such as Relativity, Lexis, and Westlaw
• Exceptional computer and internet research skills, with the ability to quickly learn new software applications

Job Title : Bomb Technician (EOD) Category / Component : Enlisted • Active Overview Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians locate, identify, render safe, and dispose of explosive threats on land, at sea, and underwater, using advanced robotics, diving, and explosives skills to protect forces and civilians and support fleet and joint operations worldwide.

Key Responsibilities Detonate and demolish hazardous munitions, pyrotechnics, and outdated explosives; neutralize ordnance including sea mines, torpedoes, depth charges, and improvised explosive devices; remotely disable unsafe ordnance using robotic and diagnostic technology; conduct parachute and helicopter insertion operations; clear waterways of mines in support of ships and submarines; provide explosive ordnance support to law enforcement agencies and organizations such as the United States Secret Service and Department of State.

What to Expect Global missions in every environment, from parachuting into remote terrain to arriving by small boat on foreign shores; majority of time spent in the field conducting high risk, time critical tasks with strict safety and risk management; regular integration with Special Operations, fleet units, and interagency partners; intense physical and mental demands with a culture that values precision, calm decision making, and discipline.

Work Environment Operate worldwide on land, at sea, and underwater from EOD Mobile Units and detachments; insert via parachute, helicopter, and small boats; work from ships, shore commands, and forward locations; serve in small team based units that balance training, readiness, and operational tasking with limited administrative overhead compared to field work.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Recruit Training followed by an EOD preparatory course at Great Lakes, Illinois, that builds swimming, conditioning, small boat skills, and risk management fundamentals; EOD Assessment and Selection Course that evaluates aquatic adaptability, running, swimming, academics, professionalism, and teamwork; Navy diver training at the Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center; Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal, which covers demolition, conventional ordnance, underwater mines, missiles, landmines, and chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats; Basic Parachute Training and ongoing advanced training and qualifications throughout a career.

Apply for the Navy Warrior Challenge contract for EOD during initial enlistment, then pass the EOD Physical Screening Test and diver medical screening; complete required assessments and receive recommendation and screening from an EOD officer or senior enlisted EOD technician; additional in service accession requirements may include minimum time on board, performance standards, and command endorsement.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Eyesight correctable within EOD diving standards, with no color blindness; qualifying ASVAB scores using combinations such as arithmetic reasoning and verbal expression or general science, mechanical comprehension, and electronics information; age typically 30 or younger at accession; United States citizenship and eligibility for a security clearance; excellent physical condition and swimming ability, with the capacity to perform detailed technical tasks under stress and in hazardous environments.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Job Title : Bomb Technician (EOD) Category / Component : Enlisted • Active Overview Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians locate, identify, render safe, and dispose of explosive threats on land, at sea, and underwater, using advanced robotics, diving, and explosives skills to protect forces and civilians and support fleet and joint operations worldwide.

Key Responsibilities Detonate and demolish hazardous munitions, pyrotechnics, and outdated explosives; neutralize ordnance including sea mines, torpedoes, depth charges, and improvised explosive devices; remotely disable unsafe ordnance using robotic and diagnostic technology; conduct parachute and helicopter insertion operations; clear waterways of mines in support of ships and submarines; provide explosive ordnance support to law enforcement agencies and organizations such as the United States Secret Service and Department of State.

What to Expect Global missions in every environment, from parachuting into remote terrain to arriving by small boat on foreign shores; majority of time spent in the field conducting high risk, time critical tasks with strict safety and risk management; regular integration with Special Operations, fleet units, and interagency partners; intense physical and mental demands with a culture that values precision, calm decision making, and discipline.

Work Environment Operate worldwide on land, at sea, and underwater from EOD Mobile Units and detachments; insert via parachute, helicopter, and small boats; work from ships, shore commands, and forward locations; serve in small team based units that balance training, readiness, and operational tasking with limited administrative overhead compared to field work.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Recruit Training followed by an EOD preparatory course at Great Lakes, Illinois, that builds swimming, conditioning, small boat skills, and risk management fundamentals; EOD Assessment and Selection Course that evaluates aquatic adaptability, running, swimming, academics, professionalism, and teamwork; Navy diver training at the Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center; Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal, which covers demolition, conventional ordnance, underwater mines, missiles, landmines, and chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats; Basic Parachute Training and ongoing advanced training and qualifications throughout a career.

Apply for the Navy Warrior Challenge contract for EOD during initial enlistment, then pass the EOD Physical Screening Test and diver medical screening; complete required assessments and receive recommendation and screening from an EOD officer or senior enlisted EOD technician; additional in service accession requirements may include minimum time on board, performance standards, and command endorsement.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Eyesight correctable within EOD diving standards, with no color blindness; qualifying ASVAB scores using combinations such as arithmetic reasoning and verbal expression or general science, mechanical comprehension, and electronics information; age typically 30 or younger at accession; United States citizenship and eligibility for a security clearance; excellent physical condition and swimming ability, with the capacity to perform detailed technical tasks under stress and in hazardous environments.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Job Title : Aircrew Rescue Swimmer & Navy Diver Category / Component : Enlisted • Active Overview Join an elite community that operates in the air and under the sea as an enlisted aircrew member and Navy diver, performing helicopter sea rescues and underwater search, salvage, repair, and demolition to support carrier and expeditionary strike groups, mine countermeasures, special operations, and joint partners worldwide.

Key Responsibilities Operate as enlisted aircrew during flight operations; perform helicopter sea rescues and provide advanced first aid; execute underwater search, salvage, harbor clearance, and security missions; inspect, cut, weld, and repair ships and submarines; conduct deep and saturation diving using SCUBA, surface supplied and mixed gas systems, and rebreathers; operate and supervise hyperbaric chamber treatments; plan and conduct demolition; maintain and repair specialized flight, survival, and diving equipment while managing records and readiness.

What to Expect Highly physical, safety critical missions with rigorous performance standards; frequent operations in demanding environments such as heavy seas, cold and low visibility waters, flight lines, ship decks, and austere field sites; continuous training and qualification sustainment, with rapid shifts between precise technical tasks and field operations; small team culture that requires attention to detail, calm under pressure, and strong leadership potential.

Work Environment Worldwide assignments at sea and ashore with aviation squadrons, fleet replacement units, and expeditionary detachments; work in flight operations areas, rescue training pools, ocean training sites, dive lockers, recompression chambers, shipyards, ranges, and forward locations; frequent work aboard carriers and auxiliaries, on piers and flight decks, and alongside joint and interagency partners.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Recruit Training followed by Naval Aircrew Candidate School in Pensacola; Rescue Swimmer preparatory and Rescue Swimmer School for those in that specialty; Class A School in an assigned aircrew rating pipeline such as AWF, AWO, AWR, AWS, or AWV; Fleet Replacement Squadron training and survival, evasion, resistance, and escape instruction; ongoing qualification and advanced training in diving, rescue, and mission systems throughout the career.

Enlist under an advanced technical field or Warrior Challenge style contract that specifies the aircrew, rescue swimmer, or diver training pipeline; qualified Fleet Sailors may volunteer and request conversion into aircrew or diving roles after screening, physical testing, and command endorsement.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: United States citizenship and eligibility for at least a Secret clearance; strong swimming ability, comfort in open water, and excellent overall physical condition; ability to pass an aviation flight physical for aircrew duties and a diving medical exam with Undersea or Diving Medical Officer approval; meeting Physical Fitness Assessment standards and passing the Physical Screening Test that includes timed swims, runs, and calisthenics; meeting age limits that are typically more restrictive than general enlistment standards.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

• Responsible for mining, developing and distributing data insights that will drive learnings and growth for the e-Commerce Operations Team.
• Work closely with the Business Intelligence team to ensure data integrity, responsible for analyzing dashboards across Fulfillment, Returns, Operations, and NPS.
• Develop customized Tableau dashboards as needed by Fulfillment Operations.
• Identify Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), develop a holistic measurement plan, and historical benchmarking.
• Analyze and develop insights for channel specific operations data using multiple data sources including Vertica, Tableau, Kibana, ecommerce business platform and other tools.
• Responsible for various testing disciplines, including multivariate, A/B and user testing to validate hypotheses with data driven answers.
• Utilize advanced knowledge of developing data driven insights to identify business growth opportunities.
• Provide data-driven thought leadership to help the business identify areas to improve in terms of forward and reverse operations. Leverage predictive modeling techniques in the process.
• Continually evolve analytics processes and tools; incorporate new sources of data to improve understanding Samsung digital business and operations.
• Prepare reports and support stakeholders with deriving insights for WBRs (weekly business reviews).
• Proactively work with business units and teams to understand and translate data-driven initiatives and potential ideas. Synthesize ideas and suggestions from stakeholders and users to determine what to build based on business priorities, strategy and vision
  
  

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, a related field
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in Data Analytics, specifically in Operations
• 3+ years of experience in data manipulation using SQL
• 3+ experience with design, execution, and measurement of A/B and multivariate tests
• Experience in an eCommerce and/or Digital Commerce environment
• Fluent in building reports and visualizations using Tableau (or similar BI tools)
• Strong problem solving ability
• Excellent communication and data presentation skills
  
  

• MBA or Masters or in Analytics, Statistics, or other quantitative field
• 5+ years of experience with statistical analysis and predictive modeling using tools such as R, STATA, SAS, Python, etc.
  
  

• Succinct/proactive/confident communication data-driven insights (translating data into business speak) to all levels of the business stakeholders from operational to executive
• Experience working with cross functional teams to develop products and services. Ability to build interdepartmental relationships
• Desire to make a difference, engage customers, shape a strategy and build the right solution
• Exceptional critical reasoning, creative thinking and problem solving skills.
• Familiarity with the identification and resolution of issues working with disparate sources of data and data quality issues
• Ability to dig into the fine details of projects but also articulate strategy and vision
• Familiarity with current data analytics technology and tools, and more importantly, you understand the point of it all - to produce solid insights to drive business decisions
• High level of intellectual curiosity, boldness, and honesty, and comfort level with ambiguity
• Ability to understand what we are building and why, i.e. you dont take requests and issues at face value and know how to truly get to the core of the problem and act as a problem solver vs. a data provider
• Self-starter mentality with the ability to deliver results under minimal supervision
• You keep up to speed on the latest happenings in the big data landscape and cant wait to pour through rich data sets to help make our products better, our users more informed, and our internal team more productive
• You constantly think about experimentation and want to help drive a cultural of continuous testing
• Focused on results and their implications (rather than methods/tools/process)
• Comfort in reprioritizing items as situations evolve to maximize teams impact
• Ability to work with and influence partners from different cultures and working styles
• Most importantly, you enjoy being an integral part of a fast-paced, collaborative team; possess an innate entrepreneurial spirit to explore the uncharted

Recruiting Clinical Lab Technologist for Nathan S. Kline Institute for Psychiatric Research

Nathan S. Kline Institute for Psychiatric Research (NKI), an Office of Mental Health (OMH) Joint Commission accredited facility, is recruiting a Clinical Lab Technologist to serve as a Medical Technologist 1.

As a Medical Technologist 1, you will perform specialized chemical, physical, and microscopic clinical laboratory procedures and tests on human tissue specimens and body fluids in accordance with approved standards and operating procedures in NKI’s Clinical Laboratory.

Duties:

• Prepares specimens and samples for testing
• Operates, adjusts, monitors, and maintains clinical laboratory instruments and equipment
• Prepares and analyzes specimens and samples for use in clinical laboratory proficiency testing
• Analyzes, interprets, and discusses test results and findings with higher-level clinical laboratory staff, healthcare professionals, and/or scientists.
• Documents clinical laboratory activities, maintains required records, and prepares statistical reports.
• Analyzes, interprets, and discusses test results and findings with higher-level clinical laboratory staff, healthcare professionals, and/or scientists.
• Documents clinical laboratory activities, maintains required records, and prepares statistical reports.
• Assists in the research and development of new clinical laboratory techniques, procedures, and methodologies.

About NKI:

NKI is one of the nation’s most respected research centers focused on mental health, investigators at NKI study the causes, treatment, prevention, and rehabilitation of severe and persistent mental illnesses. As an OMH Research Facility, founded in 1952, NKI has earned a reputation for its landmark contributions in psychiatric research, especially in the areas of psychopharmacological treatments for schizophrenia and major mood disorders, dementia research, clinical trials methodology, neuroimaging, therapeutic drug monitoring, and the application of computer technology to mental health services.

The Clinical Laboratory at NKI is a full service clinical laboratory, performing much of the routine lab work for OMH. Specimens are collected at each facility, pre-processed, and transported to the Clinical Laboratory.

If you would like to join NKI and contribute to a workforce dedicated to public service, we offer the following benefits and opportunities:

• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Professional leave for additional learning activities
• NYS medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, personal, & sick leave
• Defined-benefit pension and deferred-compensation (457b) retirement plans

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology;

OR

Minimum of 90 semester hours or equivalent in an accredited college or university and the successful completion of a course of training of at least 12 months in a school of medical technology approved by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association;

OR

Bachelor's degree in one of the Chemical, Physical, or Biological Sciences and one year of training and/or experience in medical technology;

OR

Any combination of academic study and training and/or experience outlined in Section 58 of Title 10 of the New York State Public Health Law as referenced in the New York State Codes, Rules, and Regulations (NYCRR).

All candidates who meet the minimum qualifications must possess a valid New York State license, issued by the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions, as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist.

Additional Comments:

The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at

Background checks are required.

These positions are eligible for a Downstate Adjustment of $4,000.

About the Company

At MetroWall, we hold our values close to heart, with respect being the cornerstone of our interactions. We believe that fostering a respectful environment not only enhances collaboration but also drives innovation. Overcoming obstacles is part of our journey, and we view challenges as opportunities to grow and improve. By embracing these challenges, we consistently strive to exceed expectations, delivering exceptional results and setting new standards in our industry. Together, these values create a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Alignment with these values is critical to the success of any employee at MetroWall.

About the Role

The Engineering Project Manager (EPM) leads product design initiatives and oversees custom engineering solutions. This role focuses on managing new product development, ensuring successful market launches, and handling custom projects in collaboration with R&D, sales, and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

R&D Project Management & Product Launch:

• Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of product development projects, from concept to market launch, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market needs.
• Collaborate with R&D, production, and sales teams to ensure new products are manufacturable, cost-effective, and innovative.
• Develop project timelines, manage budgets, and allocate resources efficiently to meet project goals.
• Gather and implement feedback from customers and internal teams to refine and improve product designs.
• Assist in go-to-market strategies, including product positioning and promotion plans.

Custom Project Management:

• Collect custom project requests through established sales channels, or capture any that bypass the process, ensuring they are reviewed with R&D before moving forward.
• Once a custom project is confirmed, oversee the handoff to the engineering team and provide guidance as needed to ensure smooth execution.
• Collaborate with R&D to develop innovative solutions for complex custom projects, ensuring the engineering team successfully implements the designs according to plan.

Collaboration & Technical Support:

• Act as the main liaison between sales, R&D, and engineering teams to ensure the seamless execution of both product design and custom projects.
• Provide technical oversight throughout the project lifecycle, from design to production and installation, ensuring alignment with the initial project plan.
• Communicate project status and resolve any technical challenges that arise during execution, working closely with all involved departments.
• Assist internal teams with project specifications and technical guidance, ensuring quality and consistency in both standard and custom solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Solid experience in product design, product lifecycle management (PLM), and new product introduction (NPI). Ability to lead and manage the development of new products from concept through to production, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market needs.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor for creating and modifying detailed design drawings, 3D models, and prototypes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and customers. Ability to clearly convey design concepts and project updates.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized, capable of managing multiple projects and tasks efficiently. Adept at troubleshooting design challenges and implementing effective solutions quickly.
• A meticulous approach to design work, ensuring precision and accuracy throughout the product development process.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification preferred.

Work Environment

• Office and Field

Additional Responsibilities

• Work willingly with all members of the team to foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive products to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

Equal Opportunity Statement

MetroWall is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. MetroWall's management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.