The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or non-competitive 55b/c service as an Associate in Education Research.

Eligible List Appointment: Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for Associate in Education Research. 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.

Provisional Appointment: In the absence of an eligible list with three or more candidates willing to accept a position, a non-permanent provisional appointment may be considered. For non-permanent provisional appointment, candidates must have A master’s degree AND four years of professional experience* where your primary duty is research. Two years of this experience must have been involved primarily with research on educational issues or topics.

**Non-qualifying experience: Bibliographic research is not acceptable.

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

Section 70.4 Transfer: Candidates may be eligible for nomination for transfer under Section 70.4 of the Civil Service Law to Associate in Education Research if they are a current NYS employee with one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-24 or higher AND have standing on the Associate in Education Research eligible list.

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 have A master’s degree AND four years of professional experience* where your primary duty is research. Two years of this experience must have been involved primarily with research on educational issues or topics.

**Non-qualifying experience: Bibliographic research is not acceptable.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference will be given to candidates who have significant experience performing descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses of education data using computer software.

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Higher Education is seeking candidates for two (2) Associate in Education Research positions in the Office of Teacher and Leader Development. This Office is responsible for developing and implementing policies and programs that support the development of teachers and school leaders across the career continuum, including recruitment, retention, certification, evaluation, and professional learning. Under the direction of the Assistant Commissioner, the incumbents of these positions will be responsible for supporting the development of policies and programs related to the educator pipeline. Other duties of these positions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conduct quantitative and qualitative research using a variety of data sources to answer research questions related to teacher and school leader development, and translate findings through data visualizations and narratives to aid in policy and program development;
• Research best practices and evaluate the effectiveness of existing policies and programs related to supporting educator development;
• Design and implement data collection, analysis, evaluation, and reporting for the Office of Teacher and Leader Development;
• Provide reports including tables, visualizations, and written analysis of data to assist program staff;
• Collaborate with staff within the Office of Teacher and Leader Development and other Offices within the Department to inform research related to teacher and school leader development;
• Provide research and support to workgroups, both internal and external, on topics related to teacher and school leader development;
• Assist in the preparation of reports for the Board of Regents, Commissioner, and Department leadership, as needed; and
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned.

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: These will be permanent or temporary provisional appointments. Provisional candidates must take the examination for Associate in Education Research 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 master’s degree will be required at the time of interview for all candidates.

* Leads to a maximum salary of $117,825 based on annual performance advances.

APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by November 17, 2023 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-1077/13601, OHE-1078/13602) 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.

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Generous 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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