Position Information

NY HELPSYes

55-b/c EligibleYes

AgencyEducation Department, State

TitleAssociate in Education Research (NY HELPS), Box OEP-327/65263

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary Grade26

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

Salary RangeFrom $105973 to $130626 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

InternshipNo

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

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? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Office of Education Policy

NYS Inspires P-12

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12234

Job Specifics

Duties Description The New York State Education Department's (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking qualified candidates for an Associate in Education Research, SG-26, position within the NY Inspires Project Management Team. NY Inspires is the Department's priority initiative to transform the P-20 educational system to ensure NYS students are better prepared for 21st Century life, work, college, service, and civic responsibility. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Coordinate and support the implementation of NY Inspires, a statewide educational transformation initiative, by developing resources, guidance documents, implementation tools, presentations, and communication materials that build stakeholder understanding and support consistent execution across multiple offices and other impacted sectors;
• Provide project management and technical assistance to NYSED offices, educational agencies, institutions, and external stakeholders regarding NY Inspires, ensuring alignment of activities, tracking progress toward implementation goals, identifying risks and challenges, and supporting coordinated execution across multiple workstreams;
• Prepare and manage written deliverables including reports, briefing materials, executive summaries, talking points, presentations, field memoranda, research summaries, grants, contracts, policy documents, implementation plans, progress updates, regulatory proposals, and other materials necessary to support Department priorities and decision-making;
• Develop, maintain, and disseminate project management tools and resources including implementation frameworks, project plans, timelines, status reports, meeting materials, stakeholder engagement resources, and other supporting documents to ensure deliverables are completed on schedule, meet quality standards, and align with Department goals and strategic priorities;
• Facilitate meetings, workgroups, and stakeholder engagement activities by planning agendas, coordinating participants, documenting decisions and action items, delivering presentations, and supporting cross-functional collaboration to advance Department initiatives and strategic objectives;
• Serve as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders including State agencies, educational organizations, workforce and community partners, higher education institutions, cultural organizations, and other entities to facilitate collaboration, information sharing, and coordinated implementation of Department initiatives;
• Support communication and collaboration across NYSED offices and stakeholder groups by providing regular updates on Department-wide plans and initiatives, facilitating meetings and working groups, preparing executive-level presentations and reports, and supporting the development and distribution of guidance, resources, and progress communications;
• Monitor, document, and report on project activities and implementation outcomes, including tracking milestones, synthesizing stakeholder feedback, preparing status updates for leadership, and supporting continuous improvement efforts related to Department initiatives; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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 candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:
• A master's degree and four years of professional research experience, of which at least two years must have been primarily involved in research on educational issues or topics. A doctorate can substitute for one year of non-specialized experience.

PROMOTION: Current NYSED employees must possess one year of permanent service as an Assistant in Education Research.

COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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

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 26 or 28), as indicated here: http://www.nysed.gov/hr/section-701-transfer-determinations-between-professional-educator-titles-grade-22-26-and-28.

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

55b/c Appointment: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and candidates with 55b/c eligibility are encouraged to apply. Candidates must possess a current 55b/c eligibility letter and the following minimum qualifications:
• A master's degree and four years of professional research experience, of which at least two years must have been primarily involved in research on educational issues or topics. A doctorate can substitute for one year of non-specialized experience.

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 This will be a permanent, competitive appointment or a 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 master’s degree and experience 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 and is granted at the discretion of the supervisor and the appointing office. This position will require 10% in-state/Statewide travel.


This position leads to a maximum salary of $130,626 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.

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 OEPJobs@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 November 10, 2026, to OEPJobs@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 (OEP-327/65263) 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.