NY HELP Yes

Agency Education Department, State

Title Associate In Instructional Services (Literacy), (2 Positions) (NY HELPS), Box P12-2529/65041, P12-2530/65042

Occupational Category No Preference

Salary Grade 26

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

Salary Range From $98456 to $121360 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address Office of Education Policy

Office of Standards and Instruction

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12234

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:• Master’s degree AND New York State permanent or professional teaching certification in Literacy (Birth-Grade 6) or Literacy (All Grades) AND four years of full-time classroom teaching experience in Literacy.PROMOTION: Current NYSED State employees must have one year of permanent service as an Assistant in Instructional Services (Literacy). COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Reassignment: One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Associate in Instructional Services (Literacy) and possess a New York State permanent or professional certification in Literacy (Birth-Grade 6) or Literacy (All Grades).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 26 or 28), as indicated here: http://www.nysed.gov/hr/section-701-transfer-determinations-between-professional-educator-titles-grade-22-26-and-28.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference may be given to candidates who have: • Experience developing and leading professional development workshops, courses, or programs.• Experience managing a grant program and/or budget experience.• Additional experience in Special Education or teaching English Language Learners. • Up-to-date job knowledge, including emerging trends in P-12 education, maintained through participation in conferences and ongoing educational opportunities.• Active affiliation with professional organizations related to content area and P-12 education. • Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills.• Skill in fostering teamwork and building productive working relationships.• The ability to foster and maintain rapport with stakeholders and demonstrate an exceptional commitment to customer service and to delivering quality outcomes.

Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for (2) Associates in Instructional Services (Literacy) in the Office of Standards and Instruction. This Office coordinates programs and initiatives that promote high-quality, culturally responsive, standards-based instruction in P12 schools and districts. Duties of these positions include, but are not limited to, the following:• Provide technical assistance to school personnel, BOCES, districts, parents, and other stakeholders on Literacy, the English Language Arts Learning Standards, P-12 instructional programs, and other NYSED priorities;• Conduct research, synthesize and analyze quantitative and qualitative data, and write reports, grants, contracts, proposed regulatory and policy statements, guidance documents, and various informational materials;• Provide content expertise on instructional design, instructional practice, curricular materials, and assessment models in literacy;• Develop and facilitate virtual and in-person presentations to a variety of stakeholders to provide information, guidance, and support on topics including literacy education, Office programs, and other NYSED priorities;• Administer a variety of programs to support P-12 teaching and learning, including but not limited to competitive federal and State grant programs, contracts, and award programs, to ensure deliverables are on time and of high quality;• Communicate and collaborate with other NYSED offices, state professional organizations, and other stakeholder groups to provide information, guidance, support, and resources related to literacy, English Language Arts, and other NYSED priorities; and• Perform additional duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: These will be permanent competitive appointments or a permanent non-competitive 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. Verification of degree will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. These positions will require up to 5% Statewide travel. * Leads to a maximum salary of $121,360 based on annual performance advances. APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by September 30, 2024 to p12jobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box numbers (P12-2529/65041, P12-2530/65042) of the positions 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.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Office of Human Resources Management

Telephone (518) 474-5215

Fax (518) 486-5631

Email Address p12jobs@nysed.gov

Address

Street NYS Education Department

89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528 EB

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12234

Notes on Applying APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by September 30, 2024 to p12jobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box numbers (P12-2529/65041, P12-2530/65042) of the positions 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.