BASIC FUNCTION: The work involves responsibility for coordinating various educational programs available to school systems through Capital Region BOCES. These services include, but are not limited to, arts and educational enrichment programs, and professional development programs. The incumbent coordinates and supports regional educational programs focused on initiatives such as Arts in Education enrichment and STEM enrichment. Work is performed under the general supervision of the appropriate BOCES administrator with leeway allowed for exercise of independent judgment in carrying out details of the work. Does related work as required. RESPONSIBILITIES:
Establishes and facilitates all activities related to the various educational enrichment programs, including but not limited to Arts in Education.
Works with appropriate BOCES administrator on the planning, development and implementation of various educational enrichment activities, including but not limited to Odyssey of the Mind, Regional Art Show and Masterminds.
Develops and provides training for educational enrichment programs and services.
Acts as a BOCES liaison with school districts in all matters related to the educational enrichment programs.
Participates in discussions with school district administrators and staff to discuss, assess and plan for various educational program needs and to improve the breadth of services available to component school districts.
Communicates with districts via periodic newsletters to relay information on upcoming educational enrichment programs and services.
Communicates with districts to plan the delivery of various educational enrichment programs and services.
Assists in the growth of educational enrichment programs and services through communicating and promoting the various offerings to districts.
Attends and participates in professional conferences, leads arts advisory committee, meets with school representatives and participates in statewide organizations.
Prepares and submits written and statistical reports related to program activities for the BOCES administrators, as required.
Performs related duties, as necessary.
Good knowledge of emerging educational enrichment programs and services.
Good knowledge of standard office practices and equipment.
Working knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations governing New York State school districts relating to research in best practices in curriculum and enrichment programs.
Working knowledge of NYS Teaching Standards.
Ability to develop, design, coordinate and/or deliver programs and services.
Ability to form and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to maintain records and prepare written and statistical reports clearly and concisely.
Ability to plan, supervise and schedule the work of others.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Job Qualifications
Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with at least a Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of experience developing, implementing or supporting educational and/or enrichment programs focused on arts enrichment and/or STEM enrichment initiatives; OR,
Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with an Associate’s degree and four (4) years of experience developing, implementing or supporting educational and/or enrichment programs focused on arts enrichment and/or STEM enrichment initiatives; OR,
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and six (6) years of experience of experience developing, implementing or supporting educational and/or enrichment programs focused on arts enrichment and/or STEM enrichment initiatives.
Vacancies are filled by 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.
Position Start Date:05/13/2024Application Deadline:05/10/2024Civil Service Title: Program Coordinator I (Educational Support ServiceJob Number: 2024-286A2