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Project Assistant, Box OHE-1116|51548
Location: US-NY-Albany
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree AND three years of professional experience in an educational agency or facility regulated under federal or New York State education laws, rules, or regulations performing one or more of the following activities: calculating financial support, reviewing criteria, authorizing payments, and auditing or reviewing fiscal transactions. A masters degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience. Duties Description The New York State Education Departments (NYSED) Office of Higher Education is seeking candidates for a Project Assistant position in the Facilities Planning Office. Under the supervision of the Project Coordinator, the incumbent of this position will provide research and analytical support for the technical assistance provided to school districts in relation to the American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ARP-ESSER) Act. Project Assistant will develop expertise in education finance and efficiency research. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: - Collaborate with local school districts on education funding mechanisms to ensure timely, accurate and efficient funding activities;
- Calculate and authorize financial support including aid formulas, grants distributions, and aid payment schedules to program offices and local agencies to ensure that the process of each agency area proceeds in a timely manner;
- Identify and monitor the status of high-risk spending and those areas that are not maximizing the use of federal funds;
- Collect statistical and financial data on ARP funded school activities and performance;
- Monitor flow of documents from the program offices and from local agencies;
- Develop and deliver tracing on federal documentation requirements and procedures;
- Coordinate reviews and analysis activities with other State and federal agencies;
- Review records for compliance with State and federal laws and regulations and prepare reports on performance and activities for State and federal control agencies;
- Provide technical assistance and training for program office staff on statute, regulations, policy and procedure, and the use of State and federal computer systems and software;
- Participate in school district business process reengineering and design; and
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a temporary appointment. 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 degree will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. This position leads to a maximum salary of $98,252 based on annual performance advances. APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by January 12, 2024 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-1116/51548) 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 dont know where to start? Visit these links for information on working for New York State: - (link removed)
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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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