Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleEducation Credentials Specialist 1, Education Credentials Specialist Trainee 1, (NY HELPS) Box OP-1820/21464
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $65001 to $82656 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
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:
Education Credentials Specialist Trainee 1: Candidates must have a bachelor's degree or higher. All candidates that have taken and passed the most recent Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) exam are encouraged to apply.
Education Credentials Specialist Trainee 2: Candidates must have a bachelor's degree AND one year of *specialized experience in human resources developing job standards and assessing applicant qualifications OR evaluating educational or professional credentials for individuals or institutions.
Education Credentials Specialist 1: Candidates must have a bachelor's degree AND two years of *specialized experience in human resources developing job standards and assessing applicant qualifications OR evaluating educational or professional credentials for individuals or institutions.
**A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.
COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Education Credentials Specialist 1.
Section 70.1 Transfer to Education Credentials Specialist Trainee 1: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-11 or above deemed eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Section 70.1 Transfer to Education Credentials Specialist 1: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-16 or above deemed eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Section 70.4 Transfer to Education Credentials Specialist Trainee 1: Candidates may be eligible for nomination for transfer under Section 70.4 of the Civil Service Law to Education Credentials Specialist Trainee 1 if they are a current NYS employee with one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-11 or higher AND have standing on the Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) eligible list, Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) Select Titles eligible list, or the Public Administration Traineeship Transition (PATT) eligible list.
Section 70.4 Transfer to Education Credentials Specialist 1: Candidates may be eligible for nomination for transfer under Section 70.4 of the Civil Service Law to Education Credentials Specialist 1 if they are a current NYS employee with one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-16 or higher AND have standing on the Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) eligible list, Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) Select Titles eligible list, or the Public Administration Traineeship Transition (PATT) eligible list.
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: These positions are 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 bachelor’s degree or higher
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of the Professions (OP) is seeking candidates for an Education Credentials Specialist (ECS) 1 positions in the Division of Professional Licensing Services (DPLS). Under the general direction of an Education Credentials Specialist 2, the duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Responsible for day-to-day function of the processing units in DPLS;
• Interpret and explain NYS Education Law, rules, and regulations, and NYSED policies for staff, the public and other State agencies, in consultation with OP leadership and attorneys;
• Oversee and assist unit supervisors and other internal and external partners to resolve complex DPLS, and OP customer service issues;
• Provide advice and assist supervisors in creating and maintaining customer service-related work operations and procedures;
• Prepare written and verbal correspondence to licensees, other work units, and the public regarding professional licensing matters;
• Monitor all phone, email and Zendesk inquiries within DPLS and ensure that the office is as efficient, professional, and current as possible;
• Assist in supervisory task reviews and the quality control of DPLS’ licensing process;
• Coordinate the internal review of all potential and actual fraudulent nursing education as well as other types of fraudulent documents;
• Work directly with law enforcement agencies, other jurisdictions and associations to research fraudulent nursing programs and report information back to upper management;
• Train subordinate staff on techniques and specific information that is needed to research validity of nursing education programs;
• Create training manuals and guides to assist lower-level staff with ways to handle communications with applicants and licensees who have potential fraudulent education on file;
• Handle direct communications with frustrated applicants and licensees who have education that is questionable and needs further research or that have been deemed to have fraudulent education; and
• Perform other duties, as assigned.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This will be contingent permanent, competitive or contingent non-competitive appointments. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. 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. This position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 30% each bi-weekly pay period.
This position may be filled as a traineeship. The starting salaries for this position is outlined below. For current New York State employees, salary is based on the candidate’s salary at the time of hire. Candidates appointed at the trainee level will be required to successfully complete the traineeship to advance to the full performance level title and salary.
Current Starting Salaries:
• $49,363 (Trainee 1- NS equated to SG-13)
• $52,198 (Trainee 2- NS equated to SG-14)
• $65,001 (Full Performance level SG-18)
Effective (admin) November 7, 2024, current trainees and those appointed thereafter, will receive the following starting salaries:
• $52,198 (Trainee 1- NS equated to SG-14)
• $58,247 (Trainee 2- NS equated to SG-16)
• $65,001 (Full Performance level SG-18)
This position leads to a maximum salary of $82,656 based on annual performance advances and traineeship advances.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by Novmeber 6, 2024 to OPJobs@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 (OP-1820/21464) 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.
Interested in a job with New York State, but don’t know where to start?
Visit these links for information on working for New York State:
• 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 opjobs@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 Novmeber 6, 2024 to OPJobs@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 (OP-1820/21464) 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.