Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleProgram Research Specialist 2, Box P12-1485/03726
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $52293 to $66494 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: For permanent appointment or reassignment for NYSED employees, candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as a Program Research Specialist 2 OR candidates must be reachable on the appropriate Civil Service eligible list OR a current NYS employee eligible for transfer under Section 52.6, Section 70.1 or Section 70.4 of the Civil Service Law.
Section 52.6 Transfer
To be eligible for transfer under Section 52.6, candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a 52.6 title allocated at grade 16 or above.
Section 70.1 Transfer
To be eligible for transfer under Section 70.1, candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Assistant in Education Research.
Section 70.4 Transfer
To be eligible for transfer under Section 70.4, candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title allocated at grade 16 or higher and have standing on the Civil Service eligible list for this title.
NOTE: If you are on a Civil Service eligible list for this title, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter.
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s Office of P-12 Education is seeking candidates for the position of Program Research Specialist 2 in the Office of Accountability. The Office of Accountability (OA) oversees accountability of schools and Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) in New York State for student academic results and the use of Federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) funds. The Office works to close the achievement gap by identifying and supporting schools and LEAs that are low-performing, as well as those interested in replicating the best practices of the State’s high performing and high progressing schools and districts. The incumbent of this position will participate and assist in developing research studies related to agency programs using knowledge of current methodology to evaluate, analyze and present findings to management. Other duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Organize and merge data from multiple sources from Focus and Priority Schools and Focus Districts;
• Compile and sort data regarding schools and districts to facilitate Diagnostic Reviews;
• Track communications to and from the OA;
• Transfer data across platforms using Microsoft Office;
• Engage in and facilitate professional development activities related to the Diagnostic Tool for School and District Effectiveness (DTSDE) process;
• Provide technical assistance on Microsoft Excel to colleagues;
• Prepare written materials, including correspondence and research documents, to assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to the District and School Review Team; and
• Complete special assignments as assigned.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a contingent permanent appointment. Filling of this position is contingent upon Division of the Budget approval. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Applicants should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits
*Leads to a maximum salary of $66,494 based on annual performance advances.
**Plus $3,026 annual Downstate location adjustment.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by November 26, 2015 to p12jobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (P12-1485/03726) of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address p12jobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, Room 528 EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by November 26, 2015 to p12jobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (P12-1485/03726) of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application.