What are the responsibilities and job description for the (DOE-015-26) Planning Associate 2 (Complaint Investigator) (Two positions) position at New Jersey Department of Education?
Notice of VacancyReference Number: DOE-015-26
Title: Planning Associate 2 (Complaint Investigator) (Two positions)
Range/Title Code: P28/72624
Salary: $91,628.18 - $134,900.38
Position Number: 903705, 952016
Issue Date: July 22, 2026
Closing Date: August 12, 2026
Core Hours of Operation 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Location: Trenton, New Jersey
Division: Division of Educational Services, Office of Special EducationDescriptionUnder direction of a supervisor in the Office of Special Education, develops short and long-term education and/or financial plans by conducting analyses and evaluations of curricula and other education programs, surveys, needs assessments, and related research; establishes, maintains, and evaluates program and fiscal data related to state and federal aid, grant applications, and allocations; performs mandated regulatory functions; works with independence in areas of assignments.
The complaint investigator conducts investigations concerning allegations that a local education agency, receiving school, or nonpublic school, has violated the requirements of state and/or federal statute and/or regulation for the provision of special education and related services for a student with a disability. Further they will conduct activities in LEAs and receiving schools to verify correction of noncompliance identified through complaint investigation activities; and performs other related work as required.RequirementsEducationGraduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Education or a related field.ExperienceFour (4) years of experience in education administration, planning, research, program evaluation, or finance.Note: Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional experience as indicated on a year-for-year basis with thirty (30) semester hour credits being equal to one (1) year of college. Applicants wishing to substitute additional experience for the required Master's degree, must possess a total of six (6) years of combined education and experience, in addition to the required experience cited above.Preferred Education/ExperienceA Juris Doctor (J.D) degree; two (2) years of experience practicing law.Employee BenefitsAs a NJ State Department, NJDOE offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Pension
• Deferred Compensation
• Health (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Tuition Reimbursement*
• Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
• 13 paid holidays
• Benefit Leave (vacation days, sick days and administrative leave days)
• Telework*
• Alternate Work Week Program*
*Pursuant to Department’s policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.Open to the FollowingIn accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment.
Applicants must meet the open competitive requirements listed on the job specification on file at the Civil Service Commission. You may access the job specification through the Civil Service Commission’s website info.csc.nj.gov/jobspec/72624.htm.
Interested candidates may apply via: https://www.nj.gov/education/careers/.Authorization to WorkSelected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States according to the Department of Homeland Security, United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement regulations. Note: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorships for work visas.SAME ApplicantsIf you are applying under the NJ “SAME” program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME Program, visit their website at: nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, email: CSC-Same@csc.nj.gov, or call the Civil Service Commission at (609)-292-4144, option 3.EOE/AA StatementThe New Jersey State Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has an Affirmative Action Program, and will not discriminate against any person because of race, creed, religion, color, national origin/nationality, ancestry, age, sex/gender (including pregnancy), marital status/civil union partnership, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic partnership status, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, disability, (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), or liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, and is committed to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Title: Planning Associate 2 (Complaint Investigator) (Two positions)
Range/Title Code: P28/72624
Salary: $91,628.18 - $134,900.38
Position Number: 903705, 952016
Issue Date: July 22, 2026
Closing Date: August 12, 2026
Core Hours of Operation 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Location: Trenton, New Jersey
Division: Division of Educational Services, Office of Special EducationDescriptionUnder direction of a supervisor in the Office of Special Education, develops short and long-term education and/or financial plans by conducting analyses and evaluations of curricula and other education programs, surveys, needs assessments, and related research; establishes, maintains, and evaluates program and fiscal data related to state and federal aid, grant applications, and allocations; performs mandated regulatory functions; works with independence in areas of assignments.
The complaint investigator conducts investigations concerning allegations that a local education agency, receiving school, or nonpublic school, has violated the requirements of state and/or federal statute and/or regulation for the provision of special education and related services for a student with a disability. Further they will conduct activities in LEAs and receiving schools to verify correction of noncompliance identified through complaint investigation activities; and performs other related work as required.RequirementsEducationGraduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Education or a related field.ExperienceFour (4) years of experience in education administration, planning, research, program evaluation, or finance.Note: Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional experience as indicated on a year-for-year basis with thirty (30) semester hour credits being equal to one (1) year of college. Applicants wishing to substitute additional experience for the required Master's degree, must possess a total of six (6) years of combined education and experience, in addition to the required experience cited above.Preferred Education/ExperienceA Juris Doctor (J.D) degree; two (2) years of experience practicing law.Employee BenefitsAs a NJ State Department, NJDOE offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Pension
• Deferred Compensation
• Health (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Tuition Reimbursement*
• Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
• 13 paid holidays
• Benefit Leave (vacation days, sick days and administrative leave days)
• Telework*
• Alternate Work Week Program*
*Pursuant to Department’s policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.Open to the FollowingIn accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment.
Applicants must meet the open competitive requirements listed on the job specification on file at the Civil Service Commission. You may access the job specification through the Civil Service Commission’s website info.csc.nj.gov/jobspec/72624.htm.
Interested candidates may apply via: https://www.nj.gov/education/careers/.Authorization to WorkSelected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States according to the Department of Homeland Security, United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement regulations. Note: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorships for work visas.SAME ApplicantsIf you are applying under the NJ “SAME” program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME Program, visit their website at: nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, email: CSC-Same@csc.nj.gov, or call the Civil Service Commission at (609)-292-4144, option 3.EOE/AA StatementThe New Jersey State Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has an Affirmative Action Program, and will not discriminate against any person because of race, creed, religion, color, national origin/nationality, ancestry, age, sex/gender (including pregnancy), marital status/civil union partnership, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic partnership status, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, disability, (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), or liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, and is committed to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Salary : $91,628 - $134,900