Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleAdministrative Specialist 2, (Open to current NYS/SED Employees Only), Box OEP-154/61009
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $86681 to $109650 Annually
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED’s) Office of Education Policy (OEP) is seeking candidates for an Administrative Specialist 2, G-23, position. The OEP is led by the Senior Deputy Commissioner for Education Policy and includes the following offices: Cultural Education, Higher Education, P-12 Instructional Support, P-12 Operational Support, Special Education and ACCES, Performance Improvement and Management Services, and Chief Financial Officer. Under the direction of the Assistant Commissioner of the OEP, duties of this position include, but are not limited to:
• Provide administrative support for the Senior Deputy Commissioner for Education Policy, including overseeing office operations and scheduling meetings;
• Support the administrative staff within the offices under the OEP by orienting, training, and regularly meeting with administrative staff and answering questions as issues arise;
• Develop administrative procedures, processes, and policies for OEP offices in consultation with the Assistant Commissioner and write and update documents summarizing them to ensure consistent implementation of efficient and effective operations across offices;
• Manage administrative activities related to the BOCES District Superintendents, including the agendas for monthly meetings with the Commissioner and Senior Deputy Commissioner, search and hiring process, contracts, and FOIL requests;
• Facilitate the approval of monthly Board of Regents items and slide decks by proofreading them, securing the required approvals, and following-up with offices on late items/slide decks;
• Respond to phone calls and emails from the public, stakeholders, and within the Department to answer questions, provide assistance, clarify policies and procedures, and direct emails via the TRIM system to the appropriate office;
• Manage the weekly communications to state school leaders, review and prepare communications from OEP, and solicit and compile talking points from managers and staff for stakeholder meetings and maintain the database of talking points; and
• Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Administrative Specialist 2.
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 52.6 Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title allocated SG-21 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
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 appointment or permanent noncompetitive appointment. 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. Federal law may impose additional requirements or restrictions regarding positions that receive federal funding.
This position leads to a maximum salary of $109,650 based on annual performance 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 March 19, 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-154/61009) 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 oepjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528 EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by March 19, 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-154/61009) 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.