Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleEducation Credentials Specialist 1, Education Credentials Specialist Trainee 1, Box OHE-523/14721
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $52293 to $66494 Annually
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Education Credentials Specialist 1
§70.1 Transfer: One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-13 or above deemed eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
§70.4 Transfer: Candidates may be eligible for transfer to Education Credentials Specialist Trainee 1 if they possess a bachelor’s degree AND have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-11 or higher AND have standing on the PCO, PATT or PMI eligible lists.
Eligible List Appointment: Candidates who are reachable on the New York State Education Department’s Public Administration Trainee Transition (PATT) eligible list, the Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) eligible list or the Public Management Intern Eligible list may be considered for appointment.
NOTE: 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.
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Higher Education is seeking to fill an Education Credentials Specialist 1 position within the Office of Teaching Initiatives. The Office of Teaching Initiatives is responsible for certifying teachers, school building leaders and teaching assistants in the State of New York. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Conduct a thorough, accurate and timely evaluation of teacher certification applications, Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) sponsor applications and credentials in accordance with applicable NYSED Law, Commissioner’s Regulations and teacher certification policy and procedures;
• Conduct a thorough, accurate and timely review of teacher certification transcript evaluations completed by Regional Board of Cooperative Education Services (BOCES) certification staff to determine the accuracy of the initial evaluation;
• Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with applicants, other customers (includes school district staff/BOCES personnel, testing agencies, other state governmental regulatory bodies, CTLE sponsors) and colleagues using a variety of media including: telephone, written and electronic correspondence, and face-to-face interaction;
• Review documentation required to meet certification or sponsor requirements;
• Demonstrate an understanding of applicable NYS Education Law, Commissioner’s Regulations and/or office policies and procedures;
• Determine whether applicants meet the minimum requirements for consideration for NYS teacher certification or CTLE sponsor; and
• Perform other duties, as assigned.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent appointment. Filling of this position is contingent upon Division of the Budget approval. Candidates will be required to provide proof of degree and transcripts. 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.
The salary listed above applies to candidates appointed to Education Credentials Specialist 1, SG-18. The hiring rate for candidates appointed to Education Credentials Specialist Trainee 1 starts at $39,713, and for current NYS employees, is based on the candidate’s salary at the time of hire. Candidates hired into a traineeship will be advanced to Education Credentials Specialist 1 upon successful completion of a two year traineeship.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest and resume by October 3, 2016 to ohejobs@nysed.gov (Email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (OHE-523/14721) 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 ohejobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528 EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest and resume by October 3, 2016 to ohejobs@nysed.gov (Email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (OHE-523/14721) of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application.