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Wednesday, March 29, 2017

DOE Doubles Number of Top Administrators Under de Blasio

This is ugly, folks. The Renewal Program is failing, special needs kids are not getting their resources, and educators and Guidance Counselors are getting fired for no reason....but TWEED expands!

That why we need financial oversight of the Department. No one is there right now. Get rid of Mayoral Control!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Betsy Combier
betsy.combier@gmail.com

Mayor Bill de Blasio

DOE doubles number of top administrators under de Blasio


The Department of Education nearly doubled the number of top-level administrators under Mayor de Blasio — and plans to more than triple the 
payroll, according to city data.
The preliminary budget for 2017-2018 is so bloated that it allocates $11,386,000 in salary for central office “pedagogical” staff — a massive hike from $4,055,000 in the last pre-de-Blasio fiscal year of 2013-2014, budget reports show.
The DOE has quietly expanded the gilded group of educrats from 39 in 2014 to 76 this year, according to city data, including Chancellor Carmen FariƱa’s top deputies and other senior staffers whose work relates to student instruction and curriculum.
Overall spending on DOE brass has fattened during each of de Blasio’s years in office, the budget data show.
De Blasio’s adopted budget for central administration compensation was $4,055,000 in 2014, $5,053,000 in 2015, $7,809,000 in 2016 and $9,501,000 this fiscal year, according to city records.
“First we learned that Mayor de Blasio put 264 special assistants on his City Hall payroll, and now we learn the city has doubled its spending on bureaucrats in the Department of Education’s central office,” said Jeremiah Kittredge, CEO of charter-school advocate Families for Excellent Schools.
“Because every dollar spent on the mayor’s allies at Education headquarters is a dollar that can’t also be spent in classrooms, this paycheck padding directly and dangerously hurts innocent students,” he said.
The per capita spending average for this year, according to the current version of the city’s adopted budget, amounts to $290,636 for just 33 people.
But a DOE spokesperson said the numbers were out of date and that there were actually now 76 administrators in the category splitting $10.7 million. As a result, the per-person spending would be roughly $140,000.
The spokesperson attributed some of the overall increase in budgeting to a raft of major new initiatives undertaken by the DOE under de Blasio, which have required greater support from the central office.
“We’re investing in every student with our Equity and Excellence for All agenda, and this funding is critical as we continue to raise record-high graduation and college-enrollment rates, and provide pre-K for every 4-year-old,” DOE spokesman Will Mantell said.
Mantell stressed that next year’s preliminary budget was tentative and that adjustments to both spending and the number of central administration pedagogical employees would change.
“These are preliminary allocations and do not reflect any final spending,” Mantell said.
Overall funding of DOE bureaucracy — in addition to just the top administrators — has also risen under de Blasio.
According to the preliminary budget for next year, a total of 1,918 central administration workers are slated for $210,227,000 in overall pay. That compares to $163,947,000 in 2015 for 1,922 staffers.
DOE bloat isn’t limited to the central office headquarters.
As revealed by The Post earlier this month, the department shells out a staggering $40 million on contracts a year to consultants for help with Mayor de Blasio’s beleaguered Renewal school program.
That’s in addition to an $8.5 million payroll for 72 DOE bureaucrats dedicated to rescuing the cratering campuses from closure.

Jobs for Attorneys and Investigators at the New York City Department of Education

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Betsy Combier
betsy.combier@gmail.com

Confidential Investigator Special Investigations Unit Supervisor
18 days ago
Est. Salary $37k-$70k
·        Description
·        Company
·        Reviews
Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Director of the Office of Special Investigations (OSI), the Confidential Investigator Unit Supervisor will be assigned to perform, with wide latitude for independent action and decision, highly confidential and sensitive investigations into allegations of corruption, misconduct, and/or other illegal, unethical, or improper activity by Department of Education employees. The Confidential Investigator Unit Supervisor will be expected to: conduct victim, witness, and subject interviews; interact with union representatives; author comprehensive reports of his/her findings; and testify, when necessary, at administrative hearings and/or trials.
Reports to: Director of the Office of Special Investigations
Direct Reports: Confidential Investigators and OSI administrative support staff

RESPONSIBILITIES
Overall Responsibilities
·        Conducts complex and special investigations.
·        Plans investigation schedules and assignments.
·        Prepares, reviews, evaluates, and acts upon allegations of wrongdoing.
·        Makes recommendations as to the appropriate action to be taken prior to and following an investigation.
·        Writes comprehensive reports of his/her investigative findings and conclusions for supervisory review and approval.
·        Conducts security surveys of agency operations and facilities.
·        Testifies at hearings, trials, and court proceedings.
·        Advises subordinates on difficult matters, and interprets rules, regulations, codes and policy for the guidance of the investigating staff.
Unit Supervisor Responsibilities
Confidential Investigator will be assigned to Specialty Units with responsibility for: assigning investigations to the Confidential Investigators within their unit; arranging and organizing unit trainings; reviewing the first draft of all investigative reports to ensure that the investigations have been completed; coordinating regular case reviews with team members; overseeing and tracking investigations, e.g., answering questions, helping to strategize the investigations, etc; and informing the OSI Director, Deputy Director, and Associate Director as to whom the investigations have been assigned.
Testing/Grading/Credit Impropriety Unit
·        Investigate allegations of tampering with standardized, state-issued exams (all grades) and allegations of improper credit recovery.
·        Serve as the liaison to the Division of Performance and Accountability.
Internet Acceptable Use Policy Unit (IAUP)
·        Investigate allegations of IAUP violation, such as: downloading/viewing of pornography/child pornography; using a DOE computer for Non-DOE purposes; using a personal computer with inappropriate content in school; downloading personal information to a DOE computer
·        Serve as the liaison to OSI’s Forensic Analyst.
·        Responsible for identifying, analyzing, and proposing new investigative strategies to the office, and staying abreast of new trends and new technologies.
Fraud/Theft/Financial Impropriety Unit
·        Investigate allegations of financial mismanagement or misappropriation.
·        Serve as the liaison to the Office of the Auditor General.
·        Responsible for organizing and overseeing audits.
Principal/Priority/Press Unit
·        Conduct investigations of principals where allegations have been heavily reported in the press; cases that have been expedited at the request of the Chancellor or General Counsel; and cases that require expedition due to the serious nature of the allegation.
·        Serve as the liaison to the General Counsel and his Chief Deputy, and to OSI’s Director, Deputy Director, and Associate Director.
·        Respond to inquiries from the press office and the Chancellor as requested by OSI’s Director, Deputy Director, and Associate Director.
·        Inform the General Counsel and/or his Chief Deputy as to whom the investigations have been assigned.
·        Tracking and oversee cases and timelines.
Qualification Requirements:
Minimum
·        A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, and four years of satisfactory full time experience in an industrial or governmental agency in the field of investigation and law enforcement; or
·        A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, or education and/or experience equivalent to the above.
Preferred
·        Ability to interview students and adults.
·        Ability to complete comprehensive written reports detailing the results of each investigation.
·        Candidates must possess a valid New York State Driver's License and be willing to travel to Department of Education facilities throughout New York City.
Salary: $65,000+
(Internal candidates who are selected for this position and who currently hold comparable or less senior positions within the DOE will not make less than their current salary.)
Position will be posted until filled. We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible.
Applications will not be accepted without a resume and cover letter.
NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Department of Education of the City of New York to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, marital status, partnership status, disability, sexual orientation, gender (sex), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as permitted by law), predisposing genetic characteristics, or status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual offenses and stalking, and to maintain an environment free of harassment on any of the above-noted grounds, including sexual harassment or retaliation. Inquiries regarding compliance with this equal opportunity policy may be directed to: Office of Equal Opportunity, 65 Court Street, Room 1102, Brooklyn, New York 11201, or visit the OEO website at http://schools.nyc.gov/OEO

Required Skills

Required Experience

Job Location
NEW YORK, NY

Confidential Investigator Special Investigations
1 days ago
·        Description
·        Company
·        Reviews
AMENDED
(Those who previously applied need not re-apply)
Position Summary: The Confidential Investigator will have wide latitude for independent action and decision, in the performance of highly confidential and sensitive investigations into allegations of corruption, misconduct, and/or other illegal, unethical, or improper activity by Department of Education employees. The Confidential Investigator will be expected to: conduct victim, witness, and subject interviews; interact with union representatives; author comprehensive reports of his/her findings; and testify, when necessary, at administrative hearings and/or trials. Performs related work.
Reports to: Associate Director of the Office of Special Investigations
Direct Reports: N/A
RESPONSIBILITIES
·        Conducts complex and special investigations.
·        Assists with the planning of investigative schedules and assignments.
·        Prepares, reviews, evaluates, refers and/or acts upon allegations of wrongdoing.
·        Conducts interviews of all relevant parties to a complaint, including, but not limited to: the complainant/victim, witnesses, students of varying ages, parents of students, subjects of the investigation, and Department of Education employees.
·        Analyzes complaints of misconduct, develops investigative plans, conducts fact-finding, reviews documentation, conducts related research, prepares relevant correspondence, and submits comprehensive confidential reports of the investigative findings for supervisory review and approval.
·        Makes recommendations as to the appropriate action to be taken prior to and following an investigation.
·        Documents investigative activities and dispositions via the office’s database in a timely and comprehensive manner.
·        Testifies at hearings, trials, and administrative proceedings.
·        Interprets and accurately applies relevant rules, regulations, codes and policies.
·        Interacts and communicates with Department of Education employees and the wider community, in person and via telephone, to intake and/or refer complaints of misconduct lodged against departmental employees.
·        Advises Department employees, school administrators, parents, students, and community members as to the Department’s reporting requirements, and the Office of Special Investigation’s intake and investigative policies, procedures, and protocols.
·        Maintains confidentiality of investigations and of the investigative process.
In addition to the duties and responsibilities described above, may serve as the Office of Special Investigation’s Communications and Compliance Investigator:
·        Acts as the liaison to internal and external legal and law enforcement offices seeking investigative information and/or confidential files pertaining to Department of Education employees.
·        Conducts data analyses to identify trends and/or patterns of misconduct within DOE schools and/or districts.
·        Advises administrators, superintendents, and supervisors within the Office of Special Investigations, the Office of Legal Services, and the department’s central office as to trends and/or patterns of misconduct within DOE schools and/or districts.
·        Conducts internal and/or external trainings on the Office of Special Investigation’s complaint intake procedures, investigative protocols, Departmental reporting requirements, and the disciplinary process.
·        Assists with the organization and archiving of investigative files.
·        Oversees the scheduling of investigative tours.
Qualification Requirements:
Minimum
·        A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and four years of satisfactory full time experience in an industrial or governmental agency in the field of investigation or as law enforcement officer conducting criminal, special victims, white collar crime and/or administrative investigations, or,
·        A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, or education and/or experience equivalent to the above.
Plus
·        Ability to complete comprehensive written reports detailing the results of each investigation.
·        Ability to interview students and adults.
·        Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
·        Must possess a valid New York State Driver's License and be willing to travel to Department of Education facilities throughout New York City.
Preferred
·        Proficient in Microsoft Office (Access, Excel and PowerPoint) and other widely used computer programs.
·        Experience utilizing Guidance Encase Forensic Software.
·        Experienced in examining computer hardware including the removal of computer hard drives.
·        Experience or working knowledge of the public sector and/or interest in public education.
·        Strong strategic thinking, attention to detail, and ability to proactively identify key issues.
·        Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
·        Highly organized in order to track large amounts of case-related data.
·        Ability to maintain chain of custody of all evidence gathered during the course of investigations for possible criminal or administrative prosecution.
Salary: $65,000
(Internal candidates who are selected for this position and who currently hold comparable or less senior positions within the DOE will not make less than their current salary.)
Position will be posted until filled. We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible.
Applications will not be accepted without a resume and cover letter.
NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Department of Education of the City of New York to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, marital status, partnership status, disability, sexual orientation, gender (sex), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as permitted by law), predisposing genetic characteristics, or status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual offenses and stalking, and to maintain an environment free of harassment on any of the above-noted grounds, including sexual harassment or retaliation. Inquiries regarding compliance with this equal opportunity policy may be directed to: Office of Equal Opportunity, 65 Court Street, Room 1102, Brooklyn, New York 11201, or visit the OEO website athttp://schools.nyc.gov/OEO

Required Skills

Required Experience

Job Location
NEW YORK, NY

Administrative Trials Unit Attorney
5 days ago
·        Description
·        Company
·        Reviews
Position Summary: Under the direction of the Deputy Counsel of the Administrative Trials Unit, with wide latitude for independent action, the Administrative Trials Unit Attorney will serve as a legal representative of the Chancellor performing sophisticated legal work in disciplinary proceedings. Performs related work.
Reports to: Director of the Administrative Trials Unit
Direct Reports: N/A
Key Relationships: Director of the Administrative Trials Unit, Superintendents, and Principals.
Responsibilities
·        Handles legal issues and cases, including recommendations concerning the soundness of charges, preparing specification of charges, coordinating the gathering of evidence, and briefing witnesses.
·        Responsible for legal cases that are complex and high profile in nature.
·        Represents the Department of Education (DOE) in Education Law 3020-A proceedings and hearings pursuant to Section 75 of the Civil Service Law.
·        Provides legal counsel and training to Superintendents and Principals on disciplinary procedures.
·        Acts as a liaison to executives within the agency and to other City agencies.
Qualification Requirements:
Minimum
Admission to the New York State Bar and three (3) years of progressively responsible United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar.
NOTE: Selected candidates must remain members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of their employment.
Preferred
·        Minimum three (3) years litigation experience.
·        Ability to rapidly understand provisions of applicable laws and regulations.
·        Ability to write clearly and concisely.
·        Ability to conduct legal research efficiently.
Salary: $85,000+
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Department of Education of the City of New York to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, marital status, partnership status, disability, sexual orientation, gender (sex), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as permitted by law), predisposing genetic characteristics, or status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual offenses and stalking, and to maintain an environment free of harassment on any of the above-noted grounds, including sexual harassment or retaliation. Inquiries regarding compliance with this equal opportunity policy may be directed to: Office of Equal Opportunity, 65 Court Street, Room 1102, Brooklyn, New York 11201, or visit the OEO website athttp://schools.nyc.gov/OEO

Required Skills

Required Experience

Job Location
NEW YORK, NY

Attorney Teacher Performance Unit
11 days ago
·        Description
·        Company
·        Reviews
(Those who previously applied need not re-apply)
Position Summary: Under the direction of the Office of the General Counsel, with wide latitude for independent action, the Teacher Performance Unit Litigation Attorney serves as a legal representative of the Chancellor, performing sophisticated legal work on disciplinary matters and providing training and counsel to school leaders. This team of attorneys will be assigned to handle special disciplinary proceedings as part of a teacher quality initiative and will have the opportunity to work on key policy initiatives in conjunction with the Office of Labor Policy. Performs related work.
Reports to: Executive Deputy Counsel
Direct Reports: N/A
Key Relationships: Acts as liaison to executives within the Department and to members of other City agencies.
Responsibilities
·        Handles legal issues and cases including recommendations concerning determining the soundness of charges, preparing specification of charges, coordinating the gathering of evidence, and briefing witnesses.
·        Manages legal cases that are complex and high-profile in nature.
·        Represents the New York City Department in Education on Law 3020-A proceedings and hearings pursuant to Section 75 of the Civil Service Law.
·        As part of a team of attorneys, helps devise strategies for providing improved support and training to school leaders around evaluation and discipline, and for spurring the improvement or removal of poor performers.
·        Provides support, counsel and training to Superintendents, Principals, and their designees on disciplinary procedures, with an emphasis on documenting incompetence and poor performance.
Qualification Requirements:
Minimum
Admission to the New York State Bar AND three (3) years of progressively responsible United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar.
Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment.
Preferred
·        Minimum three (3) years litigation experience.
·        Excellent research, analytical and communication skills.
·        Ability to rapidly learn provisions of applicable law and regulations.
·        Ability to write clearly and concisely.
Salary: $85,000+
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Department of Education of the City of New York to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage and citizenship status, age, marital status, disability, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as provided by law), sexual orientation, gender (sex), and to maintain an environment free of discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment, or retaliation as required by civil rights law. Inquiries regarding compliance with this equal opportunity policy may be directed to: Office of Equal Opportunity, 65 Court Street, Room 1102, Brooklyn, New York 11201, or visit the OEO website at http://schools.nyc.gov/OEO


Required Skills


Required Experience

Job Location
NEW YORK, NY

Employee Relations Attorney
25 days ago
·        Description
·        Company
·        Reviews
Position Summary: Under the direction of the Office of Legal Services and working in close coordination with the Senior Advisor for Talent Management and Innovation, the Attorney serves as a legal representative of the Chancellor, performing sophisticated legal work on disciplinary matters and providing training and counsel to school leaders. The Attorney will focus on work related to disciplinary proceedings for pedagogues assigned to the Absent Teacher Reserve (ATR) pool. Performs related work.
Reports to: Director, Case Assessment and Review Unit, in coordination with Senior Advisor for Talent Management and Innovation
Direct Reports: Case Assessment and Review Support Staff
Key Relationships: Senior Advisor for Talent Management and Innovation; Director, Case Assessment and Review Unit; Executive Deputy Counsel; Superintendents; Principals
Responsibilities
·        Handles legal issues and cases including recommendations concerning disciplinary charges, evaluating evidence, and advising school leaders of documentation needed for disciplinary charges.
·        Manages legal cases that are complex and high profile in nature.
·        As part of a team of attorneys, helps devise strategies for providing improved support and training to school leaders around evaluation and discipline, and for spurring the improvement or removal of poor performers.
·        Provides support, counsel, and training to Superintendents, Principals, and their designees on disciplinary procedures, with an emphasis on documenting poor performance and misconduct of pedagogues in the ATR pool in preparation for disciplinary charges, where applicable.
·        Assists the Director, Case Assessment and Review and Senior Advisor for Talent Management and Innovation in planning, implementing, coordinating, and monitoring Department programs surrounding ATR issues.
·        Makes recommendations to General Counsel and General Counsel’s staff on policies and procedures concerning discipline of pedagogues in the ATR pool.
Qualification Requirements
Minimum
Admission to the New York State Bar and three (3) years of progressively responsible United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar. Note: Selected candidates must remain members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of their employment.
Preferred
·        Minimum three (3) years litigation experience.
·        Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills.
·        Ability to rapidly learn provisions of applicable law and regulations.
·        Ability to write clearly and concisely.
Salary: $85,000+
Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to be considered for this position.
Resumes will be reviewed until position is filled. We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible.
NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Department of Education of the City of New York to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, marital status, partnership status, disability, sexual orientation, gender (sex), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as permitted by law), predisposing genetic characteristics, or status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual offenses and stalking, and to maintain an environment free of harassment on any of the above-noted grounds, including sexual harassment or retaliation. Inquiries regarding compliance with this equal opportunity policy may be directed to: Office of Equal Opportunity, 65 Court Street, Room 1102, Brooklyn, New York 11201, or visit the OEO website athttp://schools.nyc.gov/OEO


Required Skills


Required Experience

Job Location
NEW YORK, NY

Equal Opportunity Complaint Investigator
26 days ago
·        Description
·        Company
·        Reviews
(Those who previously applied need not re-apply)
AMENDED
Position Summary: The Equal Opportunity Complaint Investigator will conduct investigations of complaints of discrimination and unlawful harassment pursuant to federal, state, and local EEO laws and the DOE’s Non-Discrimination policy. Performs related work.
Reports to: Executive Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity & Diversity Management
Key Relationships: Serves as a liaison between DOE and outside entities that request complaint file information, including the Corporation Counsel, Special Commissioner of Investigation and the Office of Legal Services. Collaborates, when necessary, with the Office of Special Investigations regarding overlapping investigative issues.
Responsibilities
·        Provides over-the-phone and walk-in complainants with information regarding Department of Education (DOE) Non-Discrimination Policy and internal complaint procedures.
·        Conducts interviews of all relevant parties to a discrimination complaint; including, but not limited to, the complainant, the respondent, witnesses, students, parents of students, and staff members. School-based investigations may require travel to schools in any of the five boroughs. Interviews complainants, converting oral allegations to written format.
·        Analyzes complaints, develops investigative plans, conducts fact-finding, reviews documents, conducts related research, prepares related correspondence, and submits confidential reports containing investigative findings.
·        Assists in the administration and input of data into the Master Complaint Log database.
·        Contributes to the coordination and completion of any reports mandated by federal, state, and local agencies, such as the Equal Employment Practices Commission (EEPC) report.
·        Assists in the analysis and/or preparation of reports indicating complaint trends based on data collected.
·        Reviews and analyzes the Department of Education’s affirmative action/equal opportunity programs and reports; provides technical assistance in their implementation through on-site compliance reviews; trains agency personnel in all relevant equal opportunity laws and regulations.
·        Assists in the preparation, dissemination and implementation of rules, regulations, procedures and guidelines related to the review of internal complaints of alleged discrimination.
·        May serve as the Unit Chief of the Complaint Unit. If serving in this capacity, Unit Chief responsibilities will include:
o   assisting and implementing trainings for investigators;
o   providing guidance regarding investigations and drafting investigative reports;
o   assisting in the review of investigative work;
o   working to ensure compliance with the Non-Discrimination Policy and internal complaint procedures, and
o   performing related tasks.
Qualification Requirements:
Minimum
1.      A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and three years of full-time satisfactory professional experience in one or more of the following fields: equal employment opportunity, human rights, community relations, law, social services, education, investigation, human resources or public relations.
2.      A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and seven years of full-time satisfactory professional experience as described in " 1 " above; or
3.      Education and/or experience equivalent to "'1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent.
Preferred
·        Strong writing, negotiation and organizational skills.
·        Internal candidates preferred.
Salary: $58,211+
Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.
Resumes will be reviewed until position is filled. Please submit your application as soon as possible.
NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Department of Education of the City of New York to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, marital status, partnership status, disability, sexual orientation, gender (sex), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as permitted by law), predisposing genetic characteristics, or status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual offenses and stalking, and to maintain an environment free of harassment on any of the above-noted grounds, including sexual harassment or retaliation. Inquiries regarding compliance with this equal opportunity policy may be directed to: Office of Equal Opportunity, 65 Court Street, Room 1102, Brooklyn, New York 11201, or visit the OEO website athttp://schools.nyc.gov/OEO


Required Skills


Required Experience

Job Location
New York, NY
Director, School Quality
27 days ago
Est. Salary $80k-$128k
·        Description
·        Company
·        Reviews
Position Summary: The Quality Review (QR) was developed to assist New York City Department of Education (DOE) schools raise student achievement. The Quality Review is designed to be a measure of how well a school is organized to support student achievement, culminating in a public report that details schools’ strengths and their areas for improvement.
The process also provides:
·        a structured opportunity for review and constructive feedback;
·        support and encouragement for the school's on-going self-evaluation; and
·        a springboard for school improvement planning.
The Director, School Quality will be responsible for conducting at least 8-10 Quality Reviews, Alternative Quality Reviews and/or State Quality Reviews each year, while also leading the development and facilitation of professional development for QR Reviewers. Directors are expected to be masters of/or expected to master the QR Rubric in order to train and contribute to the professional growth of reviewers, and increase the understanding of the rubric across clusters, networks and schools. Performs related work.
Reports to: Deputy ExecutiveDirector, School Quality
Key Relationships: Will work closely with Directors for School Quality, the Deputy Executive Director for School Quality, the Executive Director for School Quality and various QR stakeholders including reviewers, readers, clusters, networks and schools.
Responsibilities
·        Conduct 8-10 Quality Reviews (QRs), Alternative Quality Reviews (Alt QRs) and/or State Quality Reviews (SQRs) each year, authoring public reports in a timely manner that effectively capture the findings of each review.
·        Provide quality reviewers in the field with support via telephone, email and in-person meetings.
·        Conduct quality assurance of QR reports through the read process.
·        Develop content and facilitate professional development for all reviewers, which is informative and builds on the reviewer’s QR experience.
·        Work with a “class” of reviewers as needed to build their expertise in conducting reviews.
·        Quickly develop mastery of the QR Rubric and share expertise as needed with QR stakeholders, and particularly with networks and clusters towards strengthening the understanding and learning around the QR Rubric across the NYCDOE.
·        Assist in the creation, copyediting and publication of all QR, Alt QR and SQR documents including the QR Record Book, The Principal’s Guide to the QR, the SSEF form, etc.
·        As needed, resolve and respond to appeals filed by school principals.
Qualification Requirements:
Minimum
Must currently possess a New York State Certification as a School District Administrator (SDA) or School District Leader (SDL).
Plus
·        Successful experience as a public or private school principal and/or major supervisory and curriculum experience at the central office level.
·        Respected, highly skilled instructional leader with broad experience as an educator across roles and student populations (general education, ELL, special education).
·        Proven record of success in improving outcomes for all students.
·        Proven record of success in supporting adult learning and leadership development.
·        Demonstrated commitment to outcome-based accountability, data-driven decision-making, differentiated instruction, and continuous adult learning as drivers of improved student outcomes.
·        Sophisticated understanding and ability to apply theories of and effective practices for:
o   Student learning, growth and development;
o   Group process, communications, and organizational planning;
o   Deeply contextualized professional development;
o   A broad range of instructional technologies;
o   Differentiated instructional strategies especially for high-needs students;
o   Standardized, observational, performance-based and alternative assessments; and
o   Continuous principal, teacher, and student learning, including evaluation, self-evaluation, and evidence-driven adjustment of instruction and interventions.
·        Understanding and ability to support the instructional needs of:
o   English Language Learners at all stages of English acquisition;
o   Special Education students; and
o   Students identified as gifted.
Preferred
·        Proven commitment and ability to clearly and accurately inform parents and school communities about how each child and group of children is progressing compared to others and to involve school communities in improved student learning.
·        Experience in hands-on, school-based, and project-based training of adults.
·        Strong service and support orientation towards schools and school communities
·        Internal candidates preferred
Salary: $120,098+
Please be sure application includes a resume, cover letter and your 6-digit NYCDOE file number that was issued.
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Department of Education of the City of New York to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, marital status, partnership status, disability, sexual orientation, gender (sex), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as permitted by law), predisposing genetic characteristics, or status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual offenses and stalking, and to maintain an environment free of harassment on any of the above-noted grounds, including sexual harassment or retaliation. Inquiries regarding compliance with this equal opportunity policy may be directed to: Office of Equal Opportunity, 65 Court Street, Room 1102, Brooklyn, New York 11201, or visit the OEO website athttp://schools.nyc.gov/OEO


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NEW YORK, NY
Deputy Counsel Administrative Trials Unit
New York City Department of Education . – New York, NY
30+ days ago
·        Description
·        Company
Position Summary: Under the executive direction of the Counsel to the Chancellor, with the broadest latitude for independent judgment and decision-making, acts as Deputy Counsel for all legal matters related to administrative trials within the Department of Education (DOE). Supervises legal, investigation and support staff assigned to the Administrative Trials Unit. Performs related work.
Reports to: Chief Deputy Counsel of the Office of the General Counsel
Direct Reports: Deputy Director of ATU, Chief Research Attorney, Chief Trial Specialist, ATU Litigation Attorneys and administrative support staff assigned to the Administrative Trials Unit.
Key Relationships: Office of Personnel Investigation, Special Investigations, OEO, District Superintendents and Principals, the General Counsel’s senior leadership team, Conflict of Interest Board, NYPD and all District Attorneys’ Offices in the five boroughs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
·        Manages difficult and complex legal issues and cases involving intricate determinations of law and fact.
·        Independently manages and provides guidance and direction to staff on how to handle a very high volume of cases of a highly confidential and sensitive nature.
·        Serves as legal representative of the Chancellor in disciplinary proceedings brought against tenured and non-tenured administrative and pedagogic employees.
·        Independently responsible for making presentations to the General Counsel, the Chancellor, Cabinet Members and other high-level executives on disciplinary matters for the referral of charges for administrative and pedagogic employees.
·        Interacts with the Special Commissioner of Investigations and independently provides follow-up on all reports on disciplinary matters.
·        Prepares legal opinions, advising and recommending on complex questions of law and administrative policy to the General Counsel and the Chancellor.
·        Interacts with high level officials from outside agencies as well as from within the DOE on policy, legal matters and labor relations issues related to the disciplinary process.
·        Supervises and reviews detailed complex case tracking system of all cases within the Administrative Trials Unit and provides accurate and concise reports to high level DOE officials.
Qualification Requirements:
Minimum
·        Admission to the New York State Bar; and
·        Four (4) years of recent full-time satisfactory, relevant legal experience subsequent to admission to any bar.
·        Eighteen (18) months of which must have been in the supervision of other attorneys, in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or performing highly complex and significant legal work.
NOTE: Selected candidates must remain members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of their employment.
Preferred
·        Litigation experience.
·        Excellent research, analytic and communication skills.
·        Ability to rapidly understand provisions of applicable law and regulations.
·        Ability to write clearly and concisely.
·        Internal candidates preferred.
Salary: $113,718+
(Internal candidates who are selected for this position and who currently hold comparable or less senior positions within the DOE will not make less than their current salary.)
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Department of Education of the City of New York to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, marital status, partnership status, disability, sexual orientation, gender (sex), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as permitted by law), predisposing genetic characteristics, or status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual offenses and stalking, and to maintain an environment free of harassment on any of the above-noted grounds, including sexual harassment or retaliation. Inquiries regarding compliance with this equal opportunity policy may be directed to: Office of Equal Opportunity, 65 Court Street, Room 1102, Brooklyn, New York 11201, or visit the OEO website athttp://schools.nyc.gov/OEO


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Job Location
NEW YORK, NY

Labor Relations Attorney (Level 3)
New York City Department of Education . – New York, NY
30+ days ago
·        Description
·        Company
(Those who previously applied need not re-apply)
Position Summary: The Labor Relations Attorney conducts legal activity, or engages in difficult and complex legal work having significant financial, procedural or policy consequences for the Department of Education (DOE). Performs related work.
Reports to: Deputy Director of Labor Relations
Direct Reports: N/A
Key Relationships: Establishes and maintains an informational and operational labor relations liaison between the Office of Labor Relations (OLR) and the principals and supervisors of the community school districts, high schools and other divisions, and bureaus and offices within the DOE to assist them with disputes regarding the interpretation and application of various collective bargaining agreements.
Responsibilities
·        Prepares for and/or tries complex cases involving large amounts of money, significant precedents, novel and complicated determinations of law and fact, or cases having significant legal, policy or financial implications.
·        Prepares and argues difficult cases and appeals in Administrative Tribunals and in the courts.
·        Determines the advisability of presenting witnesses, admissibility of types of evidence and matters of legal strategy.
·        Confers with subject matter specialists, technical experts, and other attorneys, including counsel for litigants.
·        Recommends settlements pursuant to DOE Administrative Tribunals.
·        Conducts legal investigations, holds informal hearings, and examines prospective witnesses.
·        Conducts research and prepares legal briefs and memoranda on labor and employment law issues.
·        Reviews and provides interpretations on complex, important or highly technical laws, rules or regulations.
·        Reviews, revises and approves agreements prepared by other attorneys.
·        Analyzes, studies and reports on the effects of city, state and federal legislation.
·        May supervise subordinate attorneys on a case by case basis.
·        May hear and decide cases as a DOE hearing officer.
Qualification Requirements:
Minimum
Admission to the New York State Bar and three (3) years of progressively responsible United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar.
NOTE: Selected candidates must remain members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of their employment.
Preferred
·        Ability to rapidly understand provisions of applicable law and regulations.
·        Ability to write clearly and concisely.
·        Ability to conduct legal research efficiently.
Salary: $85,000+
(Internal candidates who are selected for this position and who currently hold comparable or less senior positions within the DOE will not make less than their current salary.)
Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Please submit your application as soon as possible.
NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Department of Education of the City of New York to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage and citizenship status, age, marital status, disability, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as provided by law), sexual orientation, gender (sex), and to maintain an environment free of discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment, or retaliation as required by civil rights law. Inquiries regarding compliance with this equal opportunity policy may be directed to: Office of Equal Opportunity, 65 Court Street, Room 1102, Brooklyn, New York 11201, or visit the OEO website at http://schools.nyc.gov/Administration/Offices/GeneralCounsel/OEO/default.htm.


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Job Location
NEW YORK, NY
Field Support Liaison
21 days ago
·        Description
·        Company
·        Reviews
(Those who previously applied need not re-apply)
AMENDED
Position Summary: The Field Support Liaison serves a critical role within the new Strong Schools, Strong Communities support structure within the NYC Department of Education. The new support structure aims to align supports to schools based on need; the Field Support Liaison supports this work in two key ways: ensuring comprehensive assessment of schools, using a variety of data sources, and facilitating accurate alignment of supports from the Field Support Centers (FSCs) to district schools. The Field Support Liaison will support the Superintendent and Principal Leadership Facilitator (PLF) in improving the performance of district schools by facilitating the development of school improvement plans and strategically coordinating support from the FSCs. Performs related work.
Reports to: Superintendent
Direct Reports: N/A
Key Relationships: Superintendent, Office of School Support and Supervision, the Division of the Senior Deputy Chancellor and School Support, Office of Field Support, The Division of Teaching and Learning, The Office of Curriculum, Instruction and Professional Development.
Responsibilities
·        Provide operational oversight for high-priority projects which are overseen directly by the Superintendent‘s office.
·        Manage ongoing work streams, support implementation and provide coordination across the Superintendent‘s office to support the Superintendent‘s goals and objectives.
·        Play a significant role in executing short-term projects critical to managing day-to-day operations in the Superintendent‘s Office.
·        Participates in the refinement of system-wide accountability policy to ensure that accountability tools continue to fairly evaluate and meet the needs of our schools.
·        Support the alignment and delivery of professional development to schools by:
o   analyzing multiple data sources (both qualitative & quantitative) to assess and prioritize the needs of schools;
o   collaborating with Superintendent and PLF to develop strategic support plans; and
o   coordinating with the FSC to provide targeted support and professional development.
·        Provide programmatic and policy support to the Superintendent and District leadership on establishing and maintaining a culture focused on student learning and achievement, leadership, teacher development, collaboration, and comprehensive use of data for improved outcomes of all students in all schools.
·        Provide support to the Superintendent and PLF related to professional development and on-site coaching to school principals and instructional staff to analyze data, assess the impact of professional development, and monitor and revise their goals.
Qualification Requirements:
Minimum
1.      A master’s degree from an accredited college in a field related to the position and three (3) years of full-time progressively responsible professional experience in education administration in one or more education-related areas, at least eighteen (18) months of which must have been in a managerial capacity; or
2.      Graduation from an accredited college with a baccalaureate degree and four (4) years of full-time progressively responsible professional experience, as described in “1”; or
3.      A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1” above including teaching experience towards meeting the general experience in “1” above; however, all candidates must have the eighteen (18) months of managerial experience.
NOTE: Will involve travel throughout the assigned district.
Preferred
·        School leadership or educational program management experience.
·        Commitment to outcome-based accountability, data-driven decision-making, differentiated instruction, and continuous adult learning as drivers of improved student outcomes.
·        Strong service and support orientation and facilitative style towards schools and school communities.
·        Ability to think strategically, mobilize disparate groups of people toward a common and ambitious goal, manage horizontally, and translate insights into action.
·        Attentive to detail, extremely well-organized, able to work under pressure, and meet frequent and changing deadlines.
·        Skilled with group problem-solving and working with complex concepts in a dynamic setting.
·        Ability to organize facts and present information and figures in a clear, concise and logical manner, both orally and in writing.
·        Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with education and non-education personnel, internal and external to the DOE.
·        Internal candidates preferred.
Salary: $97,158+
(Internal candidates who are selected for this position and who currently hold comparable or less senior positions within the DOE will not make less than their current salary.)
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible.
NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Department of Education of the City of New York to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, marital status, partnership status, disability, sexual orientation, gender (sex), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as permitted by law), predisposing genetic characteristics, or status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual offenses and stalking, and to maintain an environment free of harassment on any of the above-noted grounds, including sexual harassment or retaliation. Inquiries regarding compliance with this equal opportunity policy may be directed to: Office of Equal Opportunity, 65 Court Street, Room 1102, Brooklyn, New York 11201, or visit the OEO website athttp://schools.nyc.gov/OEO


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Job Location
NEW YORK, NY
ATU Investigator (Employee Discipline)
28 days ago
·        Description
·        Company
·        Reviews
Position Summary: Under supervision, with latitude for independent action and decision, the ATU Investigator investigates and studies employees’ misconduct and incompetence. The Investigator will be responsible for supporting the unit head and the staff attorneys in the investigation and preparation of legal and labor matters related to employee misconduct and incompetence. The Investigator is responsible for the maintenance and preparation of documents and written reports that are prepared in conjunction with administrative proceedings. The Investigator works collaboratively with the unit head and the other staff attorneys to ensure an efficient and systematic approach to legal services, and may serve as liaison to City, state and federal departments, and with other agencies and officials within the Department of Education (DOE). Performs related work.
Reports to: Deputy Counsel (Director) of the Administrative Trials Unit and/or designated Staff Attorneys.
Direct Reports: Assignment to positions in Level 2 and Level 3 may require supervision of other investigators and/or support staff.
Key Relationships: Legal Services Staff Attorneys and administrative support staff
Responsibilities
·        Assembles and verifies data, records, and evidence in response to inquiries from Corporation Counsel and outside counsel.
·        Manages and maintains case databases and generates case reports.
·        Examines and analyzes employee records and documents, case files, and legal filings necessary to respond to requests for disciplinary hearings; makes recommendations as to course of action.
·        Utilize computer systems such as NYCAPS, HRS, and EIS to assist in the retrieval of information in connection with various administrative proceedings involving the Department of Education.
·        Assists attorneys in trial preparation, including drafting charges, maintenance, and preparation of documents for trial, witness preparation, and evidence gathering.
·        Ensures timely notification of charges to employee to comply with labor agreement deadlines so hearings can proceed according to schedule.
·        Coordinates disciplinary hearings; organizes trial assignments and arbitrator calendar.
·        Research and evaluates tenure status of pedagogic employees; responds to inquiries as a point of contact for principals.
·        May require supervision of other Investigators and/or support staff.
·        Guides subordinates on best investigative techniques to utilize based on each individual case.
·        Interprets DOE administrative rules and regulations and policies as well as labor contract provisions related to due process procedures.
Qualification Requirements
1.      A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and four years of satisfactory full-time experience in one or more of the fields of accounting, auditing, correction administration, criminal justice administration and planning, forensic science, and security, or in a major operational area of the employing agency in which the appointment is to be made; or
2.      A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college; or
3.      Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” or “2” above.
Preferred
·        Strong computer systems skill needed to maintain case databases and generate case reports using WestlawNext, Adobe Acrobat, and other software.
·        Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
·        Strong writing and organizational skills.
·        Efficient legal research skills.
·        Experience utilizing Microsoft Office, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Salary: $47,099+
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Department of Education of the City of New York to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, marital status, partnership status, disability, sexual orientation, gender (sex), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as permitted by law), predisposing genetic characteristics, or status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual offenses and stalking, and to maintain an environment free of harassment on any of the above-noted grounds, including sexual harassment or retaliation. Inquiries regarding compliance with this equal opportunity policy may be directed to: Office of Equal Opportunity, 65 Court Street, Room 1102, Brooklyn, New York 11201, or visit the OEO website athttp://schools.nyc.gov/OEO


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Job Location
NEW YORK, NY