Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyEducation Department, State

TitleAssociate in Education Improvement Services (NY HELPS), Box P12-2589/63111

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary Grade26

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

Salary RangeFrom $98456 to $121360 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 40%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Office of Education Policy

Office of Innovation and School Reform

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12234

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

NY HELPS
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:

Master's degree AND either:

1. Four years of professional experience in an education agency or organization working with elementary, middle or secondary schools in the provision of technical assistance or in the development or implementation of educational programs or educational grants; OR

2. Possess a New York State permanent or professional certification in classroom teaching, administration and supervision, or school service AND four years of professional experience in a public school teaching common branch subjects in grades Pre-Kindergarten to 6 or teaching academic subjects (English, a language other than English, mathematics, science or social studies) in grades 7-12; OR four years of professional experience working with students in the areas of early childhood and parent education, guidance counseling, school social work, or attendance improvement/dropout prevention.

PROMOTION: Current NYSED State employees must have one year of permanent service as an Assistant in Education Improvement Services.

COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Associate in Education Improvement Services.

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 70.1 Transfer: Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements and have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in any of the Professional Educator Titles (Grade 22, 26, and 28), as indicated here: http://www.nysed.gov/hr/section-701-transfer-determinations-between-professional-educator-titles-grade-22-26-and-28


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference may be given to candidates who have:
• Experience in school- and/or district-based budgeting, fiscal management and monitoring and School District Business supporting highly effective practices and school turnaround models to low-performing schools.

Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking a candidate for an Associate in Education Improvement Services position in the Office of Innovation and School Reform (OISR). This Office is responsible for oversight in the implementation of Receivership law and Commissioner’s Regulations. This law establishes intervention authority for districts and the Department to turn around Struggling Schools under Receivership. To provide support to and hold districts and their schools accountable for school improvement, the OISR has designed a turnround framework and process that focuses on a series of on-site and e-check-in review and Technical Assistance Support and progress reporting and performance management sessions that includes connecting school districts and schools with solutions based on researched innovative practices and field-proven expertise. OISR also provides direct support to State Monitors as appointed by the Commissioner under Chapters 18, 19, and 56 of the Laws of 2020 and Chapter 89 of the Laws of 2016. Supporting an adjusted portfolio of Schools Under Receivership, under the direction and leadership of the OISR Assistant Commissioner and OISR Supervisor, the incumbent in this position will both support the State Monitor Program as well as lead/co-lead on-site and e- school-based support sessions to review programs to ensure all students have equitable access to high quality programs and social-emotional based services, with the goal of helping schools improve educational outcomes for all students. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as the primary or co-liaison to a modified portfolio of assigned school(s) and districts;
• Review Receivership and low-performing schools’ annual Continuation Plans and quarterly reports, providing guidance, feedback, and support as applicable, to enhance the Strategic Planning process;
• Act as the OISR lead in coordinating and conducting on-site performance review support visitations and e-based progress review sessions and related follow-up conferences/calls;
• Develop and write follow-up reports that target school-specific supports;
• Provide ongoing technical assistance to school and district leadership and staff as well as arrange forums and other networking opportunities;
• Participate in OISR Team, Department cross-functional and other meetings, and as applicable, inclusive of those with the United States Department of Education and Department staff as needed and required;
• Aid in, and as may be needed, lead the coordination, development and facilitation of State Monitor Planning, session calendarization, and webinars that effectively align with e- and on-site school- and district-based technical assistance and support sessions;
• Review district quarterly and annual academic and financial reports, monthly revenue and expenditure reports, as practicable, and provide feedback and guidance on school budgets and related amendments; and,
• Complete special projects as assigned by the Assistant Commissioner or OISR Supervisor.

Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This will be a contingent permanent, competitive appointment or a contingent permanent non-competitive 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. This position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 30% each bi-weekly pay period. This position will require over 40% overnight Statewide travel.

This position leads to a maximum salary of $121,360 based on annual performance advances.

APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by December 5, 2024 to p12jobs@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 (P12-2589/63111) 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).
• Opportunities for telecommuting.
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Office of Human Resources Management

Telephone (518) 474-5215

Fax (518) 486-5631

Email Address p12jobs@nysed.gov

Address

Street NYS Education Department

89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528 EB

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12234

 

Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by December 5, 2024 to p12jobs@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 (P12-2589/63111) 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.