Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleAssistant Director of Financial Administration 2, Box CFO-775/04320
Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $103870 to $131298 Annually
Duties Description The New York State Education Department (NYSED) is seeking candidates for an Assistant Director of Financial Administration 2 position in the Financial Administration Office. This office processes all non-grant and non-State Aid payments issued by the Department and serves as fiscal advisor to Department management and staff. Ideal candidates will be a results-oriented team member able to direct multiple units and have experience leading modernization initiatives. Duties will include, but are not limited to the following:
• Oversee the Accounting and Reporting, Accounts Payable, Revenue, and Travel units including supervision of all lead staff in these areas;
• Help to ensure transactions adhere to the NYS Guide to Financial Operations (GFO) and are processed according to OSC and SFS protocols;
• Ensure all Federal and State reports are submitted timely in accordance with all rules and regulations.
• Serve as liaison with the US Department of Education on the annual development of the Agencies and LEA’s Indirect Cost Plan;
• Maintain/develop policies and procedures in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations including proper internal controls of unit functions;
• Act as lead liaison on SFS workgroups and assist in the coordination of any SFS/OSC system or policy changes;
• Assess risks for all oversight areas and ensure adequate internal controls; and
• Ensure training and performance plans are provided to all staff.
Minimum Qualifications COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Assistant Director of Financial Administration 2.
Section 52.6 Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title allocated M-1 (SG-25) or higher eligible to transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.
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
Provisional Appointment: In the absence of an eligible list with three or more candidates willing to accept a position, a temporary provisional appointment may be considered. For provisional appointment, candidates must be a current New York State Education Department employee AND have one year of permanent service in a financial management, accounting, contract management, or budgeting position allocated to Grade 23 or higher. Provisional candidates must take the examination for Assistant Director of Financial Administration 2 when it is next offered and must be reachable on the resulting eligible list to maintain employment.
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 permanent or a temporary provisional appointment. Provisional candidates must take the examination for Assistant Director of Financial Administration 2 when it is next offered and must be reachable on the resulting eligible list to maintain employment. 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. 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 leads to a maximum salary of $131,298 based on annual performance advances. For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by October 13, 2025 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 (CFO-775/04320) 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.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address omsjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, Room 528 EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by October 13, 2025 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 (CFO-775/04320) 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.