Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleAssociate in Education of Children with Disabilities, Box PIMS-578/49017
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $92804 to $114393 Annually
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Associate in Education of Children with Disabilities.
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 70.4 Transfer to Associate in Education of Children with Disabilities: Candidates may be eligible for nomination for transfer under Section 70.4 of the Civil Service Law to Associate in Education of Children with Disabilities if they are a current NYS employee with one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-24 or higher AND have standing on the Associate in Education of Children with Disabilities eligible list AND possess:
1. A master's degree in any of the following areas: special education, reading education, elementary or secondary education, psychology, school psychology, school counseling, guidance and counseling, communications disorders, or speech pathology; AND
2. New York State permanent certification as a teacher of special education; a teacher of the deaf and hearing impaired, blind, or partially sighted; speech and hearing handicapped; as a school psychologist; OR New York State licensure as a speech/language pathologist; AND
3. Four years of professional experience in special education service delivery, administration of special education programs, evaluation for special education eligibility, teaching children with disabilities; OR design and/or development of special education programs.
55b/c Appointment: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications and a current 55b/c eligibility letter.
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Performance Improvement and Management Services is seeking candidates for an Associate in Education of Children with Disabilities position in the Office of State Review. This Office will assist State Review Officers in reviewing the decisions of impartial hearing officers concerning the identification, evaluation, program, or placement of children who have, or are suspected of having, an educational disability. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Assist State Review Officers in performing timely and independent reviews of appeals brought pursuant to Education Law 4404(2);
• Review evidence presented in appeal files, including formal and informal student assessments, evaluations, educational records, and expert witness testimony;
• Work both collaboratively on interdisciplinary teams and independently when examining hearing record evidence;
• Analyze evidence regarding educational issues raised in the appeal to assist State Review Officers in rendering written decisions;
• Provide strong writing and editing support to State Review Officers within stringent time frames; and,
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent appointment. For 55b/c appointment, candidates must possess the minimum qualifications, a current 55b/c eligibility letter and 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.
* Leads to a maximum salary of $114,393 based on annual performance advances.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by August 30, 2022 to omsjobs@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 (PIMS-578/49017) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address omsjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street New York State Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528 EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by August 30, 2022 to omsjobs@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 (PIMS-578/49017) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.