Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleEducation Credentials Specialist 2, (Open to NYS employees only), Box OP-1905/14613
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $86681 to $109650 Annually
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of the Professions (OP) is seeking candidates for an Education Credentials Specialist 2. This Bureau of Comparative Education assists the Board of Regents and the Department in the educational review of academic programs and licensure applicants in the 50+ professions governed under Title 8 of Education Law. Under the general direction of the Director of Professional Education, duties of this position will include, but are not limited to the following:
• Evaluate and make independent judgments regarding pre-professional and professional education and training, including complex licensure applicant cases;
• Evaluate and consult with the Executive Secretaries of State Boards for the Professions, as appropriate, and make recommendations regarding professional education programs submitted for approval in New York State;
• Formulate and update guidelines and evaluation forms for evaluation of non-traditional educational programs for determining equivalency to licensure-qualifying programs for designated professions;
• Supervise the work of Education Credentials Specialist 1's, as assigned;
• Scrutinize education documents received in support of applications, make judgments regarding authenticity and direct receipt, including those referred by Education Credentials Specialist 1's and bring to the attention of the Education Credentials Specialist 3 any documents which do not appear legitimate;
• Prepare, in consultation with Executive Secretaries of State Boards for the Professions, licensing petitions for consideration by the Committee on the Professions and/or the Board of Regents;
• Advise state, national, and non-governmental agencies concerning professional education policies, procedures and practices in New York State;
• Prepare correspondence, memoranda and notes related to evaluation of professional education programs and education of applicants for licensure; and
• Maintain current and relevant historical materials, conducts research, and prepares reports, as requested.
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Education Credentials Specialist 2.
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.
Section 70.1 Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as n Assistant in Professional Education or Assistant in Teacher Education.
For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website. https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/title-search/index.cfm
Provisional Appointment: In the absence of an eligible list with three or more candidates willing to accept a position, a non-permanent provisional appointment may be considered. For non-permanent provisional appointment, candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Education Credentials Specialist 1. Provisional candidates must take the examination for Education Credentials Specialist 2 when it is next offered and must be reachable on the resulting eligible list to maintain employment.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent competitive appointment or a temporary provisional appointment. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Provisional candidates must take the examination for Education Credentials Specialist 2 when it is next offered and must be reachable on the resulting eligible list to maintain employment. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. This position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 30% each bi-weekly pay period and is granted at the discretion of the supervisor and the appointing office.
This position leads to a maximum salary of $109,650 based on annual performance advances. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by July 15, 2025 to opjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (OP-1905/14613) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.
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Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.
Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.
Additional Benefits
• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address opjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528 EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by July 15, 2025 to opjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (OP-1905/14613) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.