Project Coordinator (Attorney), Box OEP-73/51559

NY HELP No Agency Education Department, State Title Project Coordinator (Attorney), Box OEP-73/51559 Occupational Category No Preference Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary Range From $101410 to $125001 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Temporary Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class Travel Percentage 30% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 37.5 Workday From 9 AM To 5 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? Yes County Kings Street Address Office of Education Policy Office of Charter Schools City Brooklyn State NY Zip Code 11217 Duties Description The New York State Education Departmentu2019s (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for a Project Coordinator in the Charter Schools Office (CSO). The Charter Schools Office is responsible for creating and sustaining excellent educational options for New York State families on behalf of the Board of Regents through high quality charter school authorizing, fair and transparent oversight of all charter schools, and the dissemination of innovative school designs and practices. The New York State Education Department received a $121 million Charter School Program grant which includes the addition of two new staff to manage this project, which will result in a significant expansion in the number of high-quality charter schools in operation throughout New York State. The list of duties include, but are not limited to:u2022 Provide professional development to charter school staff and boards of trustees related to charter school operations and compliance with federal and State requirements (Some travel may be required);u2022 Prepare web-based and written materials for the field on charter school issues to educate and assist in assuring compliance with federal and State requirements;u2022 Educate and train Charter School Office staff on the requirements of applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies and procedures; andu2022 Provide legal counsel on charter school matters, including interpretation of education law, regulatory compliance, and contractual issues related to charter agreements and operations. Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must possess a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school and be admitted to the NYS Bar AND have five years of subsequent legal experience, preferably in education law or charter school administration. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:u2022 Bacheloru2019s or masteru2019s degree in education, Public Policy, or a related field preferred.u2022 Proficiency in legal research and writing.u2022 Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state education laws and regulations, particularly those related to charter schools.u2022 Understanding of charter school operations and governance structures.u2022 Strong oral and written communication skills for developing training materials and presenting to stakeholders.u2022 Interpersonal skills for working with charter school staff, boards of trustees, and external stakeholders.u2022 Analytical and problem-solving abilities for reviewing charter renewal applications.u2022 Attention to detail.u2022 Ability to synthesize complex information and present it in an accessible manner.u2022 Proficiency in developing web-based content and written materials.u2022 Excellent organizational and time management skills.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 temporary appointment. Promotions and transfers may change appointeesu2019 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. 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 30% in-state/Statewide travel. Federal law may impose additional requirements or restrictions regarding positions that receive federal funding. 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.Based on this positionu2019s location, in addition to the listed base salary, this position also receives a $4,000 Downstate Adjustment. APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by October 15, 2025 to (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-73/51559) 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. Interested in a job with New York State, but donu2019t know where to start? Visit these links for information on working for New York State: u2022 u2022 benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:Holiday & Paid Time Offu2022 Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.u2022 Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service. u2022 Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.u2022 Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA/NYSCOPBA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C. u2022 Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.Health Care Benefitsu2022 Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.u2022 Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.Additional Benefitsu2022 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).u2022 NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.u2022 Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only). u2022 Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).u2022 Opportunities for telecommuting.u2022 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 Address Street NYS Education Department 89 Washington Avenue, OHRM Room 528EB City Albany State NY Zip Code 12234 Notes on Applying APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by October 15, 2025 to (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-73/51559) 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.

Created: 2025-10-03