Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPNo

The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyFinancial Services, Department of

The job title for the vacancy.TitleAssistant Deputy Superintendent for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Analytics, NS

The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management

The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary GradeNS

The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $123793 to $156224 Annually

Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time

This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities. Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 0%

This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri

The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy's shift can start. From 8 AM

The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end. To 6 PM

If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No

If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No

If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No

If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? Yes

The county in which the vacancy is located. County To Be Determined

The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address Albany- One Commerce Plaza

NYC- One State Street

The city where the vacancy is located. City Albany/NYC

The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY

The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code12257

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The New York State Department of Financial Services seeks to build an equitable, transparent, and resilient financial system that benefits individuals and supports business. Through engagement, data-driven regulation and policy, and operational excellence, the Department and its employees are responsible for empowering consumers and protecting them from financial harm; ensuring the health of the entities we regulate; driving economic growth in New York through responsible innovation; and preserving the stability of the global financial system.

The Department of Financial Services is seeking candidates to fill the position of Assistant Deputy Superintendent for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Analytics in the Research & Innovation Division.

The Assistant Deputy Superintendent for AI and Data Analytics will be an integral part of the Research and Innovation Division at DFS reporting directly to the Executive Deputy. This role combines AI and Data Analytics responsibilities. The role will be responsible for developing a comprehensive AI governance framework applicable to the Department and applicable to regulated entities. The role will work across Department Divisions to identify use cases for DFS AI initiatives and ensure the comply with the AI governance framework. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of AI innovation at DFS and play a role in setting its direction while ensuring adherence to data governance best practices. In addition, this role would be involved in initiatives to leverage enterprise data analytics for fact-based decision-making and business value. It is anticipated that the AI responsibilities will occupy the majority of the successful candidate’s time with the understanding that they will successfully balance those with the Data Analytics responsibilities. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Analyzes opportunities for new or improved processes, solutions, practices, products, services, or strategies leveraging AI/ML technologies and capabilities, and develops plan for implementation;
• Proactively oversees implementation of data controls relevant for AI, such as data quality, cataloguing, privacy, security, etc.;
• Develops and contributes to AI-related guidance; incorporates AI-related policy considerations into existing data governance guidance/policy/process documentation;
• Contributes to overall AI Governance and related initiatives;
• Identifies and implements continuous improvement opportunities for data governance, by enabling/operationalizing AI use cases for data governance;
• Contributes to enterprise data governance program’s metrics and reporting (for AI-related metrics) and communication initiatives;
• Actively monitors AI risks (i.e., for input data and AI model output), develops risk monitoring framework and/or related KPIs;
• Leads and/or supports major project initiatives for AI/ML;
• Participates in and/or hosts Divisional collaboration forums focused on AI; contributes to data governance forum(s) as needed;
• Leads AI-related data training activities, including development of training and reference materials;
• Monitors federal and state AI-related developments, assesses impact on data governance and makes process/guidance/policy recommendations to DFS Data Governance Unit Lead;
• Serves as the key liaison with business stakeholders for data and analytics initiatives; develops and presents business cases, provides regular updates and insights to senior leadership;
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, Business Unit(s), IT professionals, and executives, to understand business requirements and translates them into analytics solutions. Fosters strong relationships with key stakeholders and acts as a trusted advisor in analytics-related matters;
• Manages a portfolio of data and analytics projects, ensures effective prioritization and resource allocation to achieve business objectives;
• Supervises DFS and/or contract staff as directed;
• Other duties as assigned.

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree and at least 7 years’ experience in traditional finance, FinTech, or consulting related to innovation topics
• Direct experience on AI implementation and/or policy development

Appointment method:

This is an appointment to a position in the exempt jurisdictional class. As such, the incumbent of this position would serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments Please note that a change in negotiating unit may affect your salary, insurance and other benefits.

Salary: $123,793 - $156,224 (salary commensurate with experience)

Positions located within the New York City metropolitan area, as well as Suffolk, Nassau, Rockland, and Westchester Counties, are also eligible to receive an additional $4,000 annual downstate adjustment.

Appointment Status: This is an appointment to a position in the exempt jurisdictional class.

Appointment to this position is pending Governor Appointment’s Office and Division of Budget approval.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Kara Waters

The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone

The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax (518) 402-5071

Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address NCE.Notifications@dfs.ny.gov

Address

The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street One Commerce plaza

Suite 301

The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Albany

The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY

The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 12257

 

Instructions for potential applicants.Notes on ApplyingTo Apply: Interested qualified candidates must submit a resume and letter of interest no later than May 6, 2025 to the email address listed below. Please include Box# (Box ADSAIDA-ADS-10336) in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application. Email submissions are preferred.

Please be advised that the New York State Department of Financial Services does not offer sponsorship for employment visas.

Kara Waters
Box ADSAIDA-ADS-10336
New York State Department of Financial Services
Office of Human Resources Management
One Commerce Plaza, Suite 301
Albany, NY 12257
Email: NCE.Notifications@dfs.ny.gov
Fax: (518) 402-5071

All candidates that apply may not be scheduled for an interview.


Public Service Loan Forgiveness
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AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Department of Financial Services is required to provide reasonable accommodation for known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant with a disability if an accommodation would enable the applicant to perform the essential functions of the job. If the accommodation would constitute an undue hardship on the operations of the agency, the agency is not required to provide it.

All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply to all jobs for which they meet the minimum qualifications.