Federal Government Shutdown

Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown and the lack of federal funding, the start of applications for the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) has been delayed until further notice. The shutdown is not yet affecting other programs overseen by the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance — including Public Assistance and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Applications for Public Assistance and SNAP are continuing to be accepted, benefits are being provided, and use of benefit cards are not impacted at this time. If the shutdown continues into November, benefits for SNAP could be delayed. This message will be updated as additional information becomes available.

Call your representative now to let them know how these cuts would impact you, your family, and your community.

Last updated: October 23, 2025, 9:10 AM

Division of Administrative Services

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Eric Schwenzfeier, Deputy Commissioner

The primary responsibility of the Division of Administrative Services is to provide administrative support to the program areas within OTDA. These administrative functions include human resources, training, office services, facility management, and space planning.

The Division of Administrative Services is comprised of the following program areas:

Human Resources

Human Resources is responsible for all classification, staffing, recruitment, examinations, on boarding, and labor relations activities in support of OTDA. They develop and establish human resource policies and procedures.

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Facilities and Operations Support

Facilities and Operations Support is responsible for facilities management and operational services including space planning, facility/lease management, moves and renovations, security/safety, telecommunications, warehouse, mail distribution, fleet management, and disaster preparedness.

Training and Staff Development (TSD)

TSD serves as the OTDA training office managing educational projects with public colleges and universities to meet agency and local social service district training needs. TSD assesses and oversees the development and delivery of training and provides logistical support for agency-sponsored training across the State. TSD also facilitates many conferences, regional meetings, and teleconferences each year.

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