Associate in Educational Planning & Evaluation (NY HELPS), Box OEP-198/64307

Duties Description

The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for an Associate in Educational Planning & Evaluation position within the Office of Student Support Services (OSSS). This office is responsible for promoting school improvement by focusing on support to student health and progress through programs, services, and activities including social emotional wellbeing, school, and student health, expanded learning opportunities, alternative educational opportunities, the development of a safe and supportive school climate, and the Dignity for All Students Act. The incumbent of this position will focus primarily on the priority areas within the Student-Centered Educational Policy Unit and other administrative services. Under the direction of the Supervisor of Education Programs, duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide written, on-site, and verbal technical assistance to schools, local educational agencies, public or private agencies, professional groups, and parents, as requested;
• Organize, coordinate, and conduct on-site and virtual school monitoring processes;
• Develop, coordinate, and/or facilitate meetings, conferences, webinars, or workshops to support program initiatives;
• Manage the development and distribution of requests for proposals, including the oversight and administration of State or federal grants;
• Prepare guidance documents and monitoring reports within a designated timeframe;
• Research current educational practices, policies, statutes, regulations, and standards;
• Serve on committees to support or advance Department initiatives as assigned;
• Review and draft regulations, Regents items, and Department policies as assigned;
• Collaborate with other program offices regarding Department initiatives; and
• Perform special assignments as requested.
  
  

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 candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:

• a master’s degree* AND four years of professional experience in education or in public administration, two years of which must be in an educational or governmental organization in an administrative position with major responsibility for one or more of the following: educational program planning, educational program evaluation, educational program auditing, educational program research, or educational program budget planning.
• A doctorate can substitute for one year of non-specialized experience.
  
  

PROMOTION: Current NYSED employees must have one year of permanent service as an Assistant in Educational Planning and Evaluation.

Competitive Minimum Qualifications

Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Associate in Educational Planning and Evaluation.

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.

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:

• a master’s degree* AND four years of professional experience in education or in public administration, two years of which must be in an educational or governmental organization in an administrative position with major responsibility for one or more of the following: educational program planning, educational program evaluation, educational program auditing, educational program research, or educational program budget planning.
• A doctorate can substitute for one year of non-specialized experience.
  
  

It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.

Additional Comments

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This will be a permanent, competitive appointment or a permanent, non-competitive 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. 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. This position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 30% each bi-weekly pay period and is granted at the discretion of the supervisor and the appointing office. This position will require 25% in-state/Statewide travel.

This position leads to a maximum salary of $125,001 based on annual performance advances. For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by April 21, 2026 to oepjobs@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 (OEP-198/64307) 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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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.pdf
  
  

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).
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.