Agency Education Department, State

　　Title Assistant in Instructional Services (PreK-6), (Albany location), Box P12-2421/61066

　　Occupational Category No Preference

　　Salary Grade 22

　　Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

　　Salary Range From $77600 to $98252 Annually

　　Employment Type Full-Time

　　Appointment Type Permanent

　　Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

　　Travel Percentage 20%

　　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

　　County Albany

　　Street Address Office of Education Policy

　　Office of Early Learning

　　City Albany

　　State NY

　　Zip Code 12234

　　Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Assistant in Instructional Services.Eligible List Appointment: Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for this title. 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 meet the eligibility requirements and have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in any of the Professional Educator Titles (Grade 22, 26, or 28), as indicated here: http://www.nysed.gov/hr/section-701-transfer-determinations-between-professional-educator-titles-grade-22-26-and-28. 55b/c Appointment: This position is 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:• Candidates must possess a master’s degree AND New York State permanent or professional certification in Childhood Education (grades 1-6) or Early Childhood Education (Birth to Grade 2) AND two years of full-time classroom teaching experience in that subject area and corresponding grade levels.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 possess a master’s degree AND New York State permanent or professional certification in Childhood Education (grades 1-6) or Early Childhood Education (Birth to Grade 2) AND two years of full-time classroom teaching experience in that subject area and corresponding grade levels. Provisional candidates must take the examination for Assistant in Instructional Services (PreK-6) when it is next offered and must be reachable on the resulting eligible list to maintain employment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference may be given to candidates who have: • Experience teaching prekindergarten – 3rd grade.

　　Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for a(n) Assistant in Instructional Services position in the Office of Early Learning (OEL). This Office provides oversight and technical support to school districts in the development, implementation and evaluation of programs and policies related to educating students in Prekindergarten to third grade that are aligned with the NYS Board of Regents Early Childhood Policy. The Office works closely with parents, early care and education agencies, schools, state agencies and community advocates to coordinate programs and resources, with the goal of making New York’s early learning system as comprehensive and seamless as possible. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:• Assist in providing direction and support for statewide policies and programs, related to best practices for prekindergarten to third grade (P-3), including development of a P-3 learning continuum for students;• Support school districts to promote high quality prekindergarten programs, particularly in high-need school districts, including the provision of technical assistance to early childhood education program providers on program development, implementation and evaluation;• Assist with site visits and monitoring of all State-funded prekindergarten programs administered by OEL;• Review research, analyze related data, and write reports to inform the development of policies and guidelines related to early childhood education;• Communicate with early learning providers, school districts, parents, and other stakeholders by phone, email and letter, developing and presenting workshops on program quality and fiscal requirements; • Represent OEL on various inter- and intra-agency committees and advisory/work groups to collaborate on best practices and initiatives to educate children, ages birth-eight;• Complete requests from Associates in Instructional Services or the Director of OEL, to ensure the deliverables of the office are being met; and• Perform other duties as assigned.

　　Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent or temporary provisional appointment. For 55b/c appointment, candidates must possess the minimum qualifications, a current 55b/c eligibility letter and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Provisional candidates must take the examination for Assistant in Instructional Services (PreK-6) 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. Verification of degree will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. This position will require up to 20% Statewide travel.This position leads to a maximum salary of $98,252 based on annual performance advances. Based on this position’s location, in addition to the listed base salary, this position also receives a $3,087 Downstate Adjustment.APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by February 6, 2024 to [email protected] (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (P12-2421/61066) 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.pdfGenerous 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).• Opportunities for telecommuting.• Eligibility for various life insurance options.

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　　Name Office of Human Resources Management

　　Telephone (518) 474-5215

　　Fax (518) 486-5631

　　Email Address [email protected]

　　Address

　　Street NYS Education Department

　　89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528EB

　　City Albany

　　State NY

　　Zip Code 12234

　　Notes on Applying APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by February 6, 2024 to [email protected] (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (P12-2421/61066) 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.