Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleEducation Finance Specialist 2 (Open to current NYS Employees only), Box CFO-826/04185
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $90582 to $114585 Annually
Duties Description The New York State Education Department (NYSED) is seeking applicants to fill the position of Education Finance Specialist 2 in the Office of State Aid (OSA) for BOCES Aid. OSA is responsible for the calculation, payment, audit, and projection of approximately $35 billion in State funds, which are distributed to school districts annually in support of public, elementary, and secondary education in New York State. Duties of this position will include, but not be limited to, the following:
• Assist in the annual development, testing, implementation, and maintenance of BOCES Aid data collection forms, automated edits, aid calculations, reports, and system enhancements within the State Aid Management System (SAMS);
• Use SAMS to review, analyze, and process BOCES financial and aid claim submissions to ensure the accuracy and reasonableness of data used for aid calculations, payments, projections, and reporting;
• Review and analyze BOCES financial, statistical, and operational data to identify reporting issues, trends, discrepancies, and the impact of changes to aid calculations and reporting requirements;
• Assist in the development and implementation of claim verification procedures, post-edit reviews, risk-based reviews, and other quality assurance activities for BOCES aid claims and financial data;
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to BOCES officials, district personnel, Department staff, and other stakeholders regarding financial reporting requirements, aid calculations, claim submissions, statutes, regulations, and Department guidance;
• Develop reports, data extracts, analyses, guidance documents, training materials, and other communications to support BOCES reporting and State Aid administration;
• Assist in reviewing legislative, regulatory, policy, and operational changes affecting BOCES Aid programs and support the development and implementation of related procedures and guidance;
• Participate in the modernization and continuous improvement of SAMS and related business processes, including efforts to improve efficiency, accuracy, and data quality; and
• Supervise professional and support staff, as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Education Finance Specialist 2.
Eligible List Appointment: Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for Education Finance Specialist 2. 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 have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Associate Accountant, Associate Accountant (State Accounts & Systems), Auditor 2, Internal Auditor 2, Contract Management Specialist 2, Management Specialist 2, or Program Research Specialist 3 (Economics Finance).
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.
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 Department of Education employee and have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Education Finance Specialist 1, Senior Accountant or Senior Budgeting Analyst. Provisional candidates must take the examination for Education Finance Specialist 2 when it is next offered and must be reachable on the resulting eligible list to maintain employment.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent appointment or temporary provisional appointment. Provisional candidates must take the examination for Education Finance Specialist 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.
These positions lead to a maximum salary of $114,585 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
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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, OHRM, Room 528 EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by November 3, 2026, 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-826/04185) 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.