Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleExecutive Secretary for the State Board of Professions (Nursing), Box OP-1929/20501
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $127507 to $160911 Annually
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s Office of the Professions (OP) is seeking candidates for the position of Executive Secretary for the State Board for Nursing. Under the direct supervision of the Executive Coordinator for Professional Practice, the Executive Secretary performs leadership, liaison, and coordination tasks for a broad range of activities related to the profession of nursing. The Board for Nursing has responsibility in licensing, disciplining, and providing scope of practice determinations for more than 570,000 Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses and Nurse Practitioners. The incumbent will manage the board office staff and will be a key policy advisor in the OP. Duties of this position will include, but not limited, to the following:
• Provide assistance to the Board of Regents through the State Education Department by: 1) developing requirements for licensure; 2) reviewing and evaluating applications for licensure; 3) assessing professional practice issues; 4) convening disciplinary panels; and 5) other matters regarding professional regulation;
• Confer with OP management staff, as well as, with State and national associations on matters related to practice, professional training, licensure, and other related matters;
• Interview and recommend prospective Board members to the Department and the Board of Regents;
• Provide support for the State Boards, including preparation of State Board agendas, minutes, and reports;
• Participate in conferences and other activities relating to professional training, licensure, or practice;
• Prepare responses to numerous requests from the field for information regarding licensure or practice;
• Provide technical guidance on legislative proposals;
• Develop reports on professional matters and participating in the Department’s implementation of the Board of Regents strategic plan;
• Respond to inquiries from other agencies or individuals and manage the Board Office;
• Work collaboratively with other OP staff to develop application materials, consumer information, plain language information for licensees, and materials for the OP Web site;
• Coordinate the work of other Professional State Boards as determined by the Deputy Commissioner of the Professions; and
• Coordinate and assist with other Professional State Boards as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must be licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN) in New York State with a current registration with the Department AND possess a master’s degree AND seven years of progressively responsible administrative leadership experience. Three of the seven years of experience should be in a position involving lead responsibility for program and/or policy matters. Candidates must be able to demonstrate superior skills in oral and written communications, and especially in developing plain language information to communicate effectively with applicants, licensees and the public. Candidates should demonstrate public speaking skills; knowledge of current practice and research in the professions; and general research and survey skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Preference may be given to candidates who have:
• Knowledge of the role of technology in the professions and in creating effective/efficient communications and processes;
• Experience with governmental, educational, or regulatory boards;
• A dedication to public protection; and
• A broad, well-developed array of administrative skills, with a background in public administration.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This position is in the exempt jurisdictional class, and the incumbent will serve at the discretion of the Commissioner of Education. Promotions and transfers may change appointee’s negotiating unit. Applicants 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 will require 10% in-state/Statewide travel. Filling of this position is contingent on Division of the Budget approval.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by December 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-1929/20501) 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 December 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-1929/20501) 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.