Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyEducation Department, State

TitleAssociate in Education Improvement Services, Box OHE-863/64415

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary Grade26

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $85736 to $105681 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Albany

Street Address Office of Education Policy

State Office for Religious and Independent Schools

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12234

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Reassignment: Candidate must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Associate in Education Improvement Services.

Eligible List Appointment: Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for this title. If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for this title, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter.


55b/c Appointment: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications and a current 55b/c eligibility letter.

Provisional Appointment: In the absence of an eligible list with three or more candidates willing to accept a position, a temporary provisional appointment may be considered. For provisional appointment, candidates must have Master's degree AND:

Either 1. Four years of professional experience in an education agency or organization working with elementary, middle or secondary schools in the provision of technical assistance or in the development or implementation of educational programs or educational grants;

Or 2. Possess a New York State permanent or professional certification in classroom teaching, administration and supervision, or school service AND four years of professional experience in a public school teaching common branch subjects in grades Pre-Kindergarten to 6 or teaching academic subjects (English, a language other than English, mathematics, science or social studies) in grades 7-12; OR four years of professional experience working with students in the areas of early childhood and parent education, guidance counseling, school social work, or attendance improvement/dropout prevention.

Provisional candidates must take the examination for Associate in Education Improvement Services when it is next offered and must be reachable on the resulting eligible list to maintain employment.

Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for the position of Associate in Education Improvement Services in the State Office for Religious and Independent Schools. This Office serves the needs of students in over 1,800 state-recognized nonpublic schools and provides on-site school visits, opportunities for curriculum improvement and professional development activities, provides technical assistance and support, and oversees federal and State aid functions for nonpublic schools. This Office incorporates the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) mandated Ombudsman to ensure compliance with the equitable services requirements of the federal law. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Coordinate the administration of educational programs and instructional services for nonpublic schools in the areas of curriculum and program development;
• Work with nonpublic school administrators to facilitate the integration of effective instructional practices, curriculum, and assessment into the school program;
• Initiate a technical assistance model with instructional services and targeted informational materials to support teachers, administrators, and parents;
• Develop and implement a professional development continuum regarding proven curriculum, best practices, ESSA, learning standards, resource guides, and new assessments;
• Review, analyze, and approve project work plans, budgets, and amendments to ensure compliance with federal and New York State nonpublic schools regulations;
• Coordinate the development of monitoring and evaluation processes, procedures, reimbursements, and grants for nonpublic schools;
• Coordinate and integrate with other New York State initiatives, regulations, and agencies;
• Organize nonpublic schools and community outreach and engagement activities and serve as liaison with nonpublic community organizations; and
• Implement and monitor educational grants to support nonpublic instructional programs.

Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent or a temporary provisional appointment. Provisional candidates must take the examination for Associate in Education Improvement Services when it is next offered and must be reachable on the resulting eligible list to maintain employment. 55b/c designation is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications and a current 55b/c eligibility letter. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of degree will be required at the time of interview for all candidates.

* Leads to a maximum salary of $105,681 based on annual performance advances.

APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by September 23, 2021 to OHEjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (OHE-863/64415) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by SED Personnel for your social security number to confirm your State employment history.

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

Contact Information

Name Office of Human Resources Management

Telephone (518) 474-5215

Fax (518) 486-5631

Email Address ohejobs@nysed.gov

Address

Street NYS Education Department

89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528 EB

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12234

 

Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by September 23, 2021 to OHEjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (OHE-863/64415) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by SED Personnel for your social security number to confirm your State employment history.