Position Title

Program Coordinator I-Educational Programs (2 positions)

Required Application Type

School Related Personnel

Salary/Pay Scale

$60,000-$63,000 prorated to amount of service

Job Description

LOCATION:          Educational Support Services – 900 Watervliet-Shaker Road    

BASIC FUNCTION:

The work involves responsibility for coordinating and supporting various educational programs available to school systems through Capital Region BOCES. These services include, but are not limited to, regional homeschool coordination, regional summer school, and professional development programs. This work differs from that of a Program Coordinator I (Educational Support Services) by virtue of the fact that incumbents are not required to possess knowledge pertaining specifically to arts & enrichment and STEM programs offered within a school setting.  Work is performed under the general supervision of the appropriate BOCES administrator, with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out details of the work. Performs related work as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Facilitates all activities related to the various educational programs offered, including but not limited to homeschool programs, professional development programs, equity programs, special projects and summer school programs.
2. Receives and responds to correspondence as it relates to the various educational programs, such as letters of intent from homeschool families or correspondence with college partners.
3. Works collaboratively with program managers to develop various project plans, reports and tracking systems used to monitor timelines, deliverables, overall program compliance and effectiveness of educational programs offered.
4. Assists the division with the planning, promotion and coordination of events related to professional development offerings, special projects and educational programs.
5. Serves as division’s point of contact to vendors, districts, and/or families for logistical and technical inquiries regarding educational programs and systems.
6. Works directly with school district staff to execute a uniform registration process among participating districts for various educational programs, such as the regional summer school program, providing on-site support as required.
7. Works with program managers to develop methods to obtain and evaluate stakeholder feedback, creating actionable plans to improve educational program offerings.
8. Collaborates with program managers to identify and plan for seasonal staffing needs as they relate to the various educational programs offered.
9. Organizes and maintains files related to various educational programs including but not limited to student registration data, enrollment numbers, class offerings and student grades.
10. Performs related duties, as necessary.
11. Good knowledge of K-12 education and emerging educational trends.
12. Working knowledge of NYS Teaching Standards.
13. Working knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations in New York State related to homeschooling requirements for both school districts and participating families.
14. Working knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations in New York State related to regional summer school programs.
15. Ability to develop, design, coordinate and/or deliver programs and services.
16. Ability to form and maintain effective working relationships with others.
17. Ability to meet project deadlines.
18. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Civil Service Title

Program Coordinator I-Educational Programs

Job Qualifications

1. Graduation from an accredited college or university with at least a Bachelor’s degree in Education or closely related field and two (2) years of experience developing, implementing or supporting educational programs; OR,
2. Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s degree and four (4) years of experience developing, implementing or supporting educational programs.

The selected applicant will be subject to a fingerprint-supported criminal history background check in accordance with SAVE Legislation effective July 1, 2001.

Vacancies are filled by a certified list provided by Albany County Civil Service. Should no certified list be available, candidates appointed to this position will be serving in a provisional appointment in accordance with New York State Civil Service Law. The candidate must successfully complete a competitive examination and be eligible for appointment in accordance with Civil Service Law and the Civil Service Rules for Albany County to obtain a permanent appointment.

Application Procedure

SALARY - BOCES employee salary commensurate with experience and in accordance with contract language.

CLOSING DATE:                 POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED

Job Category

Professional/Administrative Positions

Job Location

Capital District Region

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