Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleProject Coordinator, (Three Positions), Box P12-2101/51544, 51545, 51546
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $85736 to $105681 Annually
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must possess a master’s degree AND four years of specialized experience in a public-school setting working with elementary-aged students. At least three (3) years of this experience must have involved working directly with students in Prekindergarten to 3rd grade. A Ph.D. may substitute for one year of specialized experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Hold valid permanent certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth – Grade 2), Childhood Education (1-6), or Elementary Education (N-6). Other certifications will be considered that include service in the early childhood grades.
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for three Project Coordinator positions in the Office of Early Learning. Under the supervision of the Project Coordinator, salary grade 28, and the Supervisor, Education Programs, the incumbents of these positions will aid the Office of Early Learning in supervising the staff overseeing the American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ARP-ESSER) funded prekindergarten programs. The incumbents will provide assistance to school districts throughout the application process, budget process, verification of child count data, and final program reporting. The incumbents of these positions will also be responsible for both on-site and desk reviews of state-administered prekindergarten programs throughout New York State for both compliance and technical assistance. Duties of these positions include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Providing direction and support for statewide policies and programs related to best practices for prekindergarten to third grade (P-3), including development of a P-3 learning continuum for students;
• Supporting school districts to promote high quality prekindergarten programs, particularly in high-need school districts, including the provision of technical assistance to early childhood education program providers on program development, implementation, and evaluation;
• Conducting program monitoring, including site visits, of all State-funded prekindergarten programs administered by OEL;
• Reviewing research, analyzing related data, and writing reports to inform the development of policies and guidelines related to early childhood education;
• Communicating with early learning providers, school districts, parents, and other stakeholders by phone, email and letter, developing & presenting workshops on program quality & fiscal requirements;
• Representing OEL on various inter- and intra-agency committees and advisory/work groups to collaborate on best practices and initiatives to educate children, ages birth-eight;
• Complete requests from Supervisors or Director to ensure the deliverables of the office are being met; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: These will be temporary appointments. 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 and work experience will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. These positions will require up to 20% Statewide travel.
* Leads to a maximum salary of $105,681 based on annual performance advances.
APPLICATION: Recruitment will continue until the positions are filled. Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest to P12jobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (P12-2101/51544, 51545 & 51546) of the positions in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify for the positions, when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by NYSED 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.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address p12jobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM Room 528EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Recruitment will continue until the positions are filled. Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest to P12jobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (P12-2101/51544, 51545 & 51546) of the positions in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify for the positions, when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by NYSED Personnel for your social security number to confirm your State employment history.