Education Specialist, Box OSEA-

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$34.00/hr - $34.00/hr

• Gather information verbally.
• Attend meetings or conferences with the counselor.
• Schedule appointments in situations where there may be communication difficulties.
Assist in preparation of written material to ensure material is presented in a grammatically correct format and is easily understood.
• Assist with walk-ins and phone calls.
• Assist with interpreting requests (e.g., scheduling).
• Be available for ongoing communication needs with the supervisor, co-workers, and management team.
• Other duties as assigned by VRC or office management team that will benefit the counselor or office in general.

Candidates must possess certification by Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc. (RID) OR a passing score on the written portion of the RID certification examination AND two years of experience providing sign language interpretive services for the deaf OR a rating of intermediate or above on the Sign Communication Proficiency Interview conducted by the National Technical Institute for the Deaf.

• 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 certificate 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 20% in‑state travel.

Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by January 13, 2025 to OSEAJOBS (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (OSEA-76/93330) 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.

• 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/NYSCOPBA 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.

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