MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Associate in Education Improvement 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, and 28), as indicated here: http://www.nysed.gov/hr/section-701-transfer-determinations-between-professional-educator-titles-grade-22-26-and-28

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: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications and a current 55b/c eligibility letter.

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 have a masters degree AND:

Either 1. Four years of professional experience in an education agency or organization working with elementary, middle, or secondary schools in the provision of technical assistance or in the development or implementation of educational programs or educational grants.

Or 2. Possess a New York State permanent or professional certification in classroom teaching, administration and supervision, or school service AND four years of professional experience in a public school teaching common branch subjects in grades Pre-Kindergarten to 6 or teaching academic subjects (English, a language other than English, mathematics, science or social studies) in grades 7-12; OR four years of professional experience working with students in the areas of early childhood and parent education, guidance counseling, school social work, or attendance improvement/dropout prevention.

Provisional candidates must take the examination for Associate in Education Improvement Services when it is next offered, and must be reachable on the resulting eligible list to maintain employment.







Duties Description
The New York State Education Department\xe2\x80\x99s Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for an Associate in Education Improvement Services position in the Charter School Office (CSO). This position will be filled in either Albany or Brooklyn. The mission of the Charter School Office is to create and sustain quality educational options for families in New York State on behalf of the Board of Regents. The Office strives to accomplish this through high quality authorization and oversight of the Board of Regents portfolio of charter schools, fair and transparent oversight of all charter schools, and dissemination of information about effective school design and practices. CSO staff facilitate a rigorous new school application process, monitor the implementation of school charter agreements between the Board of Regents and its schools, conduct comprehensive evaluation of charter school performance according to a clear and transparent performance framework, and make renewal and closure recommendations to the Board of Regents. The incumbent of this position will conduct performance oversight and evaluation activities for the portfolio of charter schools directly authorized by the Board of Regents. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Serve as the primary CSO liaison to an assigned portfolio of Regents-authorized charter schools, with responsibilities for writing reports, managing and coordinating site visits, directing and supporting consultant activities, drafting revision and renewal Regents items, and reviewing school-specific documents and requests;
• Travel throughout New York State to carry out job duties;
• Assist with the process to establish new charter schools, by reviewing applications, conducting review panel rating meetings, participating in capacity interviews, and drafting Regents items;
• Assist in the review and update of CSO protocols, templates and processes;
• Participate in CSO data, site visit, renewal application webinars and meetings;
• Communicate verbally and in writing with CSO staff, NYSED staff, charter school personnel and charter school board of trustee members;
• Work collaboratively with other CSO staff to ensure the incorporation of relevant data into evaluation reports and with other colleagues who serve as liaisons to Regents-authorized charter schools to ensure the timely and effective coordination and completion of monitoring and evaluation work;
• Complete requests from Supervisors or the Director 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 appointment or a temporary provisional appointment. Provisional candidates must take the examination for Associate in Education Improvement Services when it is next offered and must be reachable on the resulting eligible list to maintain employment. Promotions and transfers may change appointees\xe2\x80\x99 negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of degree/certification will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. This position will require 40% in-state travel.

This position leads to a maximum salary of $114,393 based on annual performance advances.

If this position is filled in Brooklyn, in addition to the listed base salary, this position also receives a $3,026 Downstate Adjustment.

APPLICATION: Recruitment will continue until this position is filled. Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest to OHEjobs@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 (OHE-999/63220) 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.