Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 02/20/26
Applications Due: 03/07/26
Vacancy ID: 209994
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyDomestic Violence, Office for the Prevention of
TitleGender Violence Prevention Specialist 1 - VID 209994
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary Grade18
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $66951 to $85138 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 20%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 9 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
Location
County Albany
Street Address 80 South Swan Street
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12210
Job Specifics
Duties Description The incumbents of these roles are responsible for the delivery, reporting, evaluation, and support of development of domestic violence training, grant monitoring, and/or technical assistance to various audiences.
Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Deliver training content in-person and online as outlined in the specified curriculum to support statewide training of professionals, including but not limited to child welfare, Child Protective Services, and Social Services.
• Provide post-training support.
• Provide technical assistance to other government agencies and community organizations including assessing needs, collecting and maintaining data, and developing materials and job aids.
• Facilitate meetings and co-training curricula with staff from other agencies.
• Assist in the review of domestic violence related educational, training, informational materials, and policies.
• Conduct research to enhance project activities.
• Assist in the development of curricula through:
o planning, coordination, and implementation of training initiatives,
o needs assessments and task analysis research,
o development of learning objectives, training lessons, and related materials (including activities, practices, job aids, handouts, and workbooks), and
o contribute to the research and development of Computer Based Training modules using a combination of lecture and visual applications.
• Prepare and complete reports as requested.
• Perform general grant contract monitoring tasks including contract preparation and addressing any necessary grant contract modifications or amendments.
• Assist in the development of informational and outreach materials.
• Conduct outreach programs and presentations including coordinating project activities related to presentation delivery.
• Prepare written reports, facilitate data collection, and evaluate as required by the agency and/or funding sources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Six years of experience* in the provision of domestic or gender-based violence prevention services; the provision of human services, training and education, government, social justice or gender-based advocacy services; or public policy research and development.
*Substitutions: A bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of specialized experience; a master’s degree may substitute for five years of specialized experience; or a Ph.D. may substitute for six years of specialized experience.
NOTE: IN ORDER TO AWARD THE PROPER CREDIT FOR WORK EXPERIENCE, RESUMES MUST INCLUDE MONTH AND YEAR FOR START AND END DATES. IF ANY OF THIS EXPERIENCE IS LESS THAN FULL TIME YOU MUST INDICATE THE AVERAGE NUMBER OF HOURS WORKED PER WEEK.
Additional Comments NOTE:
• Travel may be required (approximately 20%), including during evening and weekends, depending on mission and assignment.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Driver’s License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle is required or otherwise demonstrate the capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.
NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: OPDV employees may be approved for a maximum of 40% telecommuting; however, they are required to apply and obtain approval from management to telecommute in accordance with the agency's Telecommuting Program Guidelines.
The Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We are committed to the diversity of our staff and encourage applicants from all communities to apply.
The Office of General Services provides human resources support for the Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence. To apply for this vacancy, candidates must email a detailed resume providing specific, verifiable information about their qualifying experience to HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov and they must reference the above posting number. This must be received in the OGS Division of Human Resources Management by the closing date, or your response will not be considered.
New York State is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Human Resources/JHG
Telephone 518-473-5282
Fax 518-486-1631
Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM
31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12242
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter to HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications along with the month/year and, if less than full time, the average hours worked per week for each position listed. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.
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