Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleEducation Credentials Specialist 1, Education Credentials Specialist Trainee 1, Box OP-1213/00053
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $56604 to $71980 Annually
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Education Credentials Specialist 1.
Eligible List Appointment to Education Credentials Specialist Trainee 1: Candidates who are reachable on the New York State Education Department’s Public Administration Trainee Transition (PATT) eligible list or the Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) eligible list may be considered for appointment. 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.
Eligible List Appointment to Education Credentials Specialist 1: Candidates who are reachable on the New York State Education Department’s Public Administration Trainee Transition (PATT) eligible list or the Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) Select Job Titles eligible list may be considered for appointment. Candidates must possess a bachelor's or higher degree AND two years of professional experience in either Human Resources developing job standards and assessing applicant qualifications OR evaluating educational or professional credentials for individuals or institutions. 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 to Education Credentials Specialist 1: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55 b/c service in a title SG-16 or above deemed eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website.
Section 70.1 Transfer to Education Credentials Specialist Trainee 1: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55 b/c service in a title SG-11 or above deemed eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website.
Section 70.4 Transfer to Education Credentials Specialist Trainee 1: Candidates may be eligible for nomination for transfer under Section 70.4 of the Civil Service Law to Education Credentials Specialist Trainee 1 if they are a current NYS employee with one year of permanent competitive or 55 b/c service in a title SG-11 or higher AND have standing on the Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) eligible list or Public Administration Trainee Transition (PATT) eligible list AND possess a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of the Professions is seeking applicants for the position of Education Credentials Specialist 1 in the Bureau of Comparative Education. The Bureau assists the Board of Regents and the Department in the educational review of licensure applicants in the 50+ professions governed under Title 8 of Education Law. Under the general direction of an Education Credentials Specialist 2, the duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Assist with the evaluation of pre-professional and professional education and training, exercising independent judgment and make a final determination in less complex cases;
• Scrutinize credentials received in support of applicants and make judgments regarding authenticity;
• Analyze and review professional licensing procedures, licensure application materials, and proposed regulations and legislation as they relate to the Office’s function;
• Research and report on Comparative Education matters while maintaining professional relationships with other comparative educational systems and organizations; and
• Advise other state, national, individuals and non-governmental agencies concerning established policies, practices and procedures of the Office.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent appointment. 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.
This position may be filled as a traineeship. The salary above applies to candidates appointed to Education Credentials Specialist 1, SG-18. The salary for candidates appointed to Education Credentials Specialist Trainee 1 starts at $42,986 and, for current New York State employees, is based on the candidate’s salary at the time of hire. Candidates appointed at the trainee level will be required to successfully complete the traineeship in order to advance to the journey level title and salary.
*Leads to a maximum salary of $71,980 through annual performance advances.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by July 18, 2019 to opjobs@nysed.gov (email applications are preferred). You must include the Box number
(OP-1213/00053) in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application.
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 18, 2019 to opjobs@nysed.gov (email applications are preferred). You must include the Box number
(OP-1213/00053) in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application.