Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyEducation Department, State

TitleMuseum Scientist 2, Box OCE-1551/28724

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary Grade22

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

Salary RangeFrom $82326 to $104230 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 50%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Albany

Street Address Office of Cultural Education

New York State Museum - Research and Collections

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12234

Job Specifics

Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Cultural Education is seeking candidates for Museum Scientist 2 in the Research and Collections Division of the New York State Museum. Under the supervision of a Museum Scientist 4 of the Museum’s Cultural Resources Survey Program (CRSP), the incumbent conducts architectural surveys and documents historic properties for CRSP projects throughout New York State. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Independently perform reconnaissance field survey and documentation of architectural properties (e.g., buildings, structures, sites, and objects) to all current Cultural Resource Management (CRM) professional standards;
• Evaluate architectural properties for eligibility for the New York State and/or National Register of Historic Places;
• Prepare written architectural survey reports and Historic American Building Survey/Historic American Engineering Record (HABS/HAER) documents;
• Complete report production and distribution to all current professional standards;
• Assist with technical report review and editing;
• Assist with administrative tasks including project status reports and updating Memoranda of Agreement with client agencies, and
• Interact with public and with client agencies, and assist with Museum public outreach, such as providing material for Museum social media and making presentations to school groups and other visitors.

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as a Museum Scientist 2.

Non-Competitive Appointment: A bachelor’s degree in anthropology, archaeology, architectural history, historic preservation, history, or related field and three years of professional experience; OR a master’s degree in an appropriate field and two years of such experience; OR a doctorate degree in an appropriate field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference may be given to candidates who have:
• A master’s degree in architectural history, historic preservation, or related field and two years of experience in a cultural resource management (CRM) or agency preservation program.
• Applicants with demonstrated expertise in the architectural history of New York State or nearby areas (e.g., authorship of survey reports, HABS/HAER documents, Determination of Eligibility statements, and/or National Register nominations).
• Familiarity with the New York State Historic Preservation Office CRIS database and Trekker field survey application.


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

It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.

Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This will be a contingent permanent, non-competitive appointment. For 55b/c appointment, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications and possess a current 55b/c eligibility letter. Appointment is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. 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 will require up to 50% Statewide travel. 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.

* Leads to a maximum salary of $104,230 based on annual performance advances.

APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by September 11, 2025 to OCEJOBS@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 (OCE-1551/28724) 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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• https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/
• https://www.cs.ny.gov/pio/publications/gettingajob.pdf

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.

How to Apply

Name Office of Human Resources Management

Telephone (518) 474-5215

Fax (518) 486-5631

Email Address ocejobs@nysed.gov

Address

Street NYS Education Department

89 Washington Avenue, 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 11, 2025 to OCEJOBS@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 (OCE-1551/28724) 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.