Employment Opportunities at PDP
Employment at the Professional Development Program (PDP) is through the Research Foundation of SUNY, which offers exceptional benefits such as healthcare, dental, vision, pension plans, competitive pay, tuition assistance, life insurance, and long-term disability insurance. PDP is located at the University at Albany, home to a variety of performing arts, world class libraries, and competitive sporting events.
If you are interested in applying for any of the positions below, submit your resume with a letter of application (including the job number) no later than the specified closing date. A separate application must be submitted for each position to which you are applying. Newest opportunities are posted at the top.
Positions Currently Open:
- Education Specialist—Department of Temporary Assistance Training
- Senior Education Specialist—Department of Child Welfare Training
- Senior Programmer/Analyst—Department of Instructional Technologies
- Senior Trainer\Senior Computer Trainer—Department of Computer Training Services
- Senior Education Specialist—Department of Temporary Assistance Training
- Education Specialist/Computer Trainer (Adjunct)—Department of Computer Training
- Administrative Assistant II—Child Support Training and Outreach Project
- Training Program Coordinator—Training and Technical Assistance to Support Local DSS Permanency Planning
- Education Specialist—Department of Early Childhood Training
- Research Scientist—Training Program Evaluator
Education Specialist—Department of Temporary Assistance Training
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Job#: R12-26
Closing Date: Open until filled
Salary: Low to mid $40's
The Professional Development Program (PDP) of the University at Albany's Rockefeller College seeks service-minded applicants who are committed to performing high-quality work to fill an Education Specialist vacancy within PDP's Department of Temporary Assistance Training.
Description of Duties
Under direction of the Department Manager or designee, position delivers traditional and non-traditional education and training programs and supports program and NYS policy initiatives as assigned. Duties include, but are not limited to: delivering classroom training throughout NYS; delivering virtual classroom training using distance learning technology; updating, maintaining, and developing instructional materials (print and electronic); and performing research for and assisting in the design of curriculum, related materials, and visual aids for a variety of performance-based training. Perform other duties as assigned to meet contract requirements. Full-time position. Ability to work variable days and work hours, travel regularly throughout NYS, and lift and carry up to 40 lbs. required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by a USDOE, or an internationally recognized accrediting organization, in Adult Education, Communications, English, Social Science, or related field, and one year of experience working in a social services setting or in the delivery of adult training programs.
- Excellent writing, speaking, presentation, group facilitation, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to research subject matter, review program evaluation data, prepare an analysis of data gathered and assembled, and prepare training curricula and materials.
- Working knowledge of adult learning principles and training methods.
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and effectively manage multiple tasks.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Strong team and customer orientation.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate activity with colleagues in a collegial manner and effectively work independently as well as with teams under supervision.
- Demonstrated computer proficiency in using e-mail, electronic calendars, word processing, document and presentation templates, and Internet.
- Applicants must address in their applications their abilities to work with a culturally diverse population.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
- Ability to work variable days and work hours and travel regularly throughout NYS to deliver training and attend meetings, including travel to areas that may not be served by public transportation.
- Applicants must provide with their application a writing sample (approximately 3 pages in length), such as a report, curriculum, or memorandum for which the applicant was the primary author.
- Candidates selected for a final interview will be expected to complete an assignment and present their assignment outcome/project to the search committee.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree from a college or university accredited by a USDOE, or an internationally recognized accrediting organization, in Adult Education, Communications, English, Social Science, or related field.
- Three years of experience delivering training to adults.
- Specific knowledge of, or experience in the delivery of, public welfare programs: especially Temporary Assistance, Food Stamp Program, Employment & Advancement Services, HEAP, or Child Support Enforcement; or the administrative/fair hearings process, welfare fraud investigations, or audit/quality improvement initiatives.
- Proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and distance learning technology.
- Experience working within a state or county social services agency.
Special Notes
Please send a resume to Professional Development Program, UAB 412, 1400 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12222 or e-mail to: jobs@pdp.albany.edu. Include a cover letter that addresses requirements and specify Job R#12-26.
Employment is through the Research Foundation of SUNY and is contingent upon funding. The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private, not-for-profit corporation managing sponsored program activity for the University at Albany and is an EO/AA/IRCA/ADA employer.
Senior Education Specialist—Department of Child Welfare Training
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Job#: R12-22
Closing Date: Open until filled
Salary: Low $50's
The Professional Development Program of the University at Albany’s Rockefeller College seeks a candidate to fill a Senior Education Specialist position. The selected candidate will develop and deliver training and technical assistance programs related to Child Welfare Case Recording to caseworkers in local districts of social services and voluntary agencies to support effective casework practices, and will act as liaison with regional offices and local departments of social services concerning delivery of training. Duties also include but are not limited to: deliver training and training support on project topics including FASP and Progress Notes to caseworkers of local department of social services and voluntary agencies, conduct needs assessment, assist with the development and revision of training materials as needed, prepare and complete reports as requested. The individual will also assist in the planning, development, and writing of training curricula. Full-time position with variable work hours. Ability to travel regularly throughout New York State to deliver training is required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from a college or university accredited by a USDOE, or an internationally recognized accrediting organization in Social Welfare, or a related field;
- Four years experience in NYS Office of Children and Family Services’ local district system providing child welfare services, such as in child protective services;
- Experience in the delivery of instructional programs for adults and providing consultation;
- Knowledge of recent federal and New York State child welfare initiatives;
- Knowledge of adult education theory;
- Demonstrated proficiency with oral and written skills;
- Applicant must address in their application their ability to work with a culturally diverse population;
- Ability to deal with multiple priorities/competing deadlines in a team setting;
- Demonstrated proficiency in computer use, specifically Microsoft products;
- Ability to deliver training at various locations within NYS that may not be served by public transportation and the ability to lift 40 pounds;
- Candidates selected for a final interview will be asked to give a presentation that focuses specifically on an issue in the child welfare arena; and
- Candidates will be asked to provide a writing sample.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree from a college or university accredited by a USDOE, or an internationally recognized accrediting organization in Social Welfare, or a related field, and a minimum of two years experience in child welfare services;
- Experience providing supervision in child welfare services;
- Experience in curriculum development; and
- Familiarity with CONNECTIONS.
Special Notes
Please send a resume to Professional Development Program, UAB 412, 1400 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12222 or e-mail to: jobs@pdp.albany.edu. Include a cover letter that addresses requirements and specify Job R#12-22.
Employment is through the Research Foundation of SUNY and is contingent upon funding. The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private, not-for-profit corporation managing sponsored program activity for the University at Albany and is an EO/AA/IRCA/ADA employer.
Senior Programmer/Analyst—Department of Instructional Technologies
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Job#: R12-17
Closing Date: Open until filled
Salary: High $50's DOE
The Professional Development Program of the University at Albany's Rockefeller College is seeking an experienced programmer to maintain and enhance learning management systems and develop dynamic e-learning courses. The right candidate for this position will combine expertise in ColdFusion programming and database design and development with the ability to work with writers and instructional designers to translate concepts into dynamic, engaging, e-learning courses. Candidates must be able to demonstrate a broad range of competencies associated with e-learning development.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree, preferably in computer science, instructional technology or related field from a college or university accredited by a USDOE recognized organization
- Minimum of three years experience in web and multimedia design and development using industry standard tools, including HTML and CSS
- Expert-level ColdFusion scripting expertise
- Ability to design, build and maintain relational (SQL) databases
- Thorough understanding of accessibility standards for the web
- Demonstrated ability to work closely in a team atmosphere and to meet posted deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to work with culturally diverse groups
- Ability to handle multiple projects
- Excellent writing and verbal skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree in a related field
- Experience in instructional design and course creation
- Graphic design experience
- Experience working with a range of media for the web
- Advanced Flash programming skills.
Special Notes
Salary will be negotiated dependent on experience and project work, but is expected to be in the high $50’s. This position requires that work be done onsite. Please send a resume to Professional Development Program, UAB 412, 1400 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12222 or e-mail to: jobs@pdp.albany.edu. Include a cover letter that addresses requirements including online portfolio and specify Job R#12-17.
Employment is through the Research Foundation of SUNY and is contingent upon funding. The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private, not-for-profit corporation managing sponsored program activity for the University at Albany and is an EO/AA/IRCA/ADA employer.
Senior Trainer\Senior Computer Trainer—Department of Computer Training Services
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Job#: R12-20
Closing Date: Open until filled
Salary: Low $50's
The Professional Development Program of the University at Albany's Rockefeller College is seeking candidates to fill two Senior Computer Trainer positions based in Albany. The incumbent supports the deployment and use of New York State (NYS) proprietary and/or off-the-shelf computer applications in state and local government agencies throughout NYS by: delivering computer training on Microsoft products and proprietary software applications through the use of varied methodologies, including classroom training (both in regional computer labs and using portable lab equipment on-site at agency locations), through the use of virtual classroom technology, and providing one-on-one training assistance and customized training; participating in the planning and development of training delivery plans and curricula, including updating, maintaining, and developing instructional materials and performing research for and assisting in the design of curriculum and related materials; providing coaching, mentoring, and leadership to training staff; developing extensive knowledge and experience for one or more long-standing proprietary systems; conducting training needs assessments; interpreting/using training evaluation data to revise/modify training programs and delivery plans; working closely with project and systems staff as needed to implement project deliverables; representing PDP at meetings and conferences; maintaining records of training programs, content, activities, and evaluations in accordance with procedures; preparing routine reports; providing feedback on trainees' reactions to training materials and methods; assisting with the training schedule and travel arrangements; and maintaining currency in job-related knowledge, products, and technologies.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by a USDOE, or an internationally recognized accrediting organization.
- Minimum of 3 years technology-related training experience.
- Minimum of 1 year delivering technology-related training for a NYS public sector application.
- Experience working with state or local government agencies, especially social services.
- Experience setting up and working with wireless PC networks.
- Knowledge of and experience using distance learning methods.
- Excellent working knowledge of and experience teaching software, including Microsoft Office 2007 and 2010 applications and Windows 7.
- Experience learning new software applications within short timeframes.
- Demonstrated proficiency with oral and written communication.
- Applicants must address in their applications their ability to work with culturally diverse populations.
- Ability to work variable days and work hours, and travel regularly throughout NYS to deliver training and attend meetings year-round to areas that may not be served by public transportation.
- Ability to lift and transport computer equipment (PC monitors, CPUs) up to 40 pounds.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience delivering training for a NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) or Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) system, including Adult Services Automation Project (ASAP), Child Care Facility System (CCFS), Statewide Financial System (SFS), Consumer Information System (CIS), or Welfare-To-Work Caseload Management System (WTWCMS).
- Knowledge of and/or experience presenting training for staff utilizing assistive technology.
- Knowledge of NYS legacy (mainframe) computer systems and/or the NYS Human Services Enterprise Network (HSEN).
Special Notes
Please send a resume to Professional Development Program, UAB 412, 1400 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12222 or e-mail to: jobs@pdp.albany.edu. Include a cover letter that addresses requirements and specify Job R#12-20.
Employment is through the Research Foundation of SUNY and is contingent upon funding. The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private, not-for-profit corporation managing sponsored program activity for the University at Albany and is an EO/AA/IRCA/ADA employer.
Senior Education Specialist—Department of Temporary Assistance Training
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Job#: R12-16
Closing Date: Open until filled
Salary: Mid $50's
The Professional Development Program (PDP) of the University at Albany's Rockefeller College seeks service-minded applicants who are committed to performing high-quality work to fill a Senior Education Specialist vacancy (full-time position) within PDP's Department of Temporary Assistance Training. This position is stationed in Albany, NY and travels throughout New York State.
Description of Duties
Under direction of the Department Manager or designee, position provides leadership to traditional and non-traditional education and training programs and project teams; serves as senior project staff, writing coach, and primary curriculum designer/developer on adult education/training teams that support current NYS policy initiatives; as well as serves as an instructional design and curriculum development specialist, trainer, and liaison to project sponsors.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Planning, researching, designing, developing, and implementing a variety of performance-based curricula and educational materials (print and electronic)
- Reviewing and monitoring curricula and written products to assure quality and conformance with project objectives
- Delivering classroom training throughout NYS, virtual classroom training using distance learning technology, and technical assistance programs;
- Conducting training needs assessments
- Interpreting/using training evaluation data to revise/modify training curricula/materials
- Completing assignments independently and within team settings
- Providing coaching, mentoring, and leadership to project staff
- Maintaining complete records, preparing routine reports, and assisting preparation of materials for sponsors
- Performing other duties as assigned to meet contract requirements.
Full-time position. Ability to work variable days and work hours, travel regularly throughout NYS, and lift and carry up to 40 lbs. required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by a USDOE, or an internationally recognized accrediting organization, in Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, Adult Education, English, Communications, or related field, and a minimum of 4 years experience in coordination, development, delivery, and evaluation of adult training programs in traditional and non-traditional settings
- Excellent writing, speaking, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to effectively write, critique, as well as instruct staff on developing instructional design and project work plans, training objectives, curricula, and educational materials (print and electronic); thorough knowledge of traditional and non-traditional adult training methods and commitment to developing/delivering training that incorporates adult learning principles
- Demonstrated ability to successfully work under pressure and attend to details, as well as effectively work on multiple projects with competing priorities/deadlines in shared staff resource setting
- Demonstrated ability to effectively work independently as well as within teams
- Demonstrated ability to effectively lead project teams and prevent, mitigate, and minimize staff conflict
- Strong team and customer orientation and successful experience in coaching, motivating, and developing skills of staff
- Working knowledge of the NYS social service delivery system and public welfare programs, such as Temporary Assistance, Food Stamp Program, Employment & Advancement Services, HEAP, and Child Support Enforcement, or the administrative/fair hearings process, welfare fraud investigations, and audit/quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrated computer proficiency in using e-mail, electronic calendars, word processing, document and presentation templates, and Internet; applicants must address in their applications their abilities to work with a culturally diverse population
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs
- Ability to work variable days and work hours and travel regularly throughout NYS to deliver training and attend meetings, including travel to areas that may not be served by public transportation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree from a college or university accredited by a USDOE, or an internationally recognized accrediting organization, in Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, Adult Education, English, Communications, or related field
- Successful experience in technical writing and instructional design
- Successful experience in project management and leadership
- Proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and distance learning technology
- Experience working within a state or county social services agency or human services organization.
Special Notes
Applicants must provide with their application two writing samples of work where the candidate was the primary author, according to the following: A training curriculum (of non-specific length) designed and developed for adult learners by the candidate; and a report or memorandum (approximately 3 pages in length) that was written by the candidate.
Candidates selected for a second interview will be expected to complete a project that includes completing a training curriculum design assignment and presenting their assignment outcome to the search committee, as well as reading an assignment and writing a response while on-site.
Please send a resume to Professional Development Program, UAB 412, 1400 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12222 or e-mail to: jobs@pdp.albany.edu. Include a cover letter that addresses requirements and specify Job R#12-16.
Employment is through the Research Foundation of SUNY and is contingent upon funding. The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private, not-for-profit corporation managing sponsored program activity for the University at Albany and is an EO/AA/IRCA/ADA employer.
Education Specialist/Computer Trainer (Adjunct)—Department of Computer Training
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Job#: PDP-12 CTS
Closing Date: Open until filled
Salary: $30 per hour
The Professional Development Program of the University at Albany's Rockefeller College seeks candidates to fill Computer Technology Trainer - Adjunct positions in the Syracuse, Binghamton, or Central New York areas.
Description of Duties
The incumbent supports the deployment and use of New York State (NYS) proprietary and/or off-the-shelf computer applications in state and local government agencies throughout NYS by:
- Delivering computer training on Microsoft products and proprietary software applications through the use of varied methodologies, including classroom training (both in regional computer labs and using portable lab equipment on-site at agency locations), through the use of virtual classroom technology, and providing one-on-one training assistance and customized training
- Maintaining records of training programs, content, activities, and evaluations in accordance with procedures
- Preparing routine reports
- Providing feedback on trainees' reactions to training materials and methods
- Assisting with the training schedule and travel arrangements
- Maintaining currency in job-related knowledge, products, and technologies.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by a USDOE, or an internationally recognized accrediting organization.
- Minimum of 3 years technology-related training experience.
- Excellent working knowledge of and experience teaching software, including Microsoft Office 2007 and 2010 applications and Windows 7.
- Experience learning new software applications within short timeframes.
- Demonstrated proficiency with oral and written communication.
- Applicants must address in their applications their ability to work with culturally diverse populations.
- Ability to work variable days and work hours, and travel regularly throughout NYS to deliver training and attend meetings year-round to areas that may not be served by public transportation.
- Ability to lift and transport computer equipment (PC monitors, CPUs) up to 40 pounds.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with state or local government agencies, especially social services.
- Knowledge of NYS legacy (mainframe) computer systems and/or the NYS Human Services Enterprise Network (HSEN).
- Experience setting up and working with wireless PC networks.
- Knowledge of and experience using distance learning methods.
Special Notes
Position to be based in the Syracuse, Binghamton, or Central New York area. Regular travel around the state is expected. Intermittent work paid at an hourly rate.
Please send a resume to Professional Development Program, UAB 412, 1400 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12222 or e-mail to: jobs@pdp.albany.edu. Include a cover letter that addresses requirements and specify Job PDP-12 CTS.
Employment is through the Research Foundation of SUNY and is contingent upon funding. The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private, not-for-profit corporation managing sponsored program activity for the University at Albany and is an EO/AA/IRCA/ADA employer.
Administrative Assistant II—Child Support Training and Outreach Project
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Job#: R#12-15
Closing Date: Open until filled
Salary: Up to $33,150
The Professional Development Program of the University at Albany's Rockefeller College seeks a service minded individual who is committed to performing high-quality work to fill a full-time Administrative Assistant II position. This position will provide fiscal, administrative and program support for projects administered by the Professional Development Program, specifically for the Child Support Training and Outreach Project (CSTOP).
Description of Duties
- Receive, process and distribute incoming project mail; prepare outgoing project mail for sending/shipping
- Prepare, review and submit travel vouchers, assist with travel arrangements and ensure compliance with travel policies
- Solicit bids from vendors; prepare, review and submit purchase requisitions, invoices for payment and other administrative paperwork
- Monitor CSTOP expenses and payments; maintain project payment and administrative files
- Plan for and make arrangements as needed for on-site and virtual classroom training classes, meetings, conferences or other events
- Prepare classroom materials for trainers to bring to classroom deliveries of course offerings which may include rosters, name tents, rooming lists, evaluation materials, handouts, travel packets used by participants for requesting travel reimbursements
- Handle all interactions related to STARS (Statewide Training Automated Registration System,) the sponsor's training database, including posting course offerings, monitoring registrations, canceling courses, entering course related data, running reports, and closing out courses
- Assist with program support activities including monitoring training supplies, equipment inventory, curriculum library, and trainer resources both at project-site and at PDP offices
- Assist training staff with preparing, editing and proof-reading curricula, course handouts, presentation materials, training aids, and training activities
- Format and finalize curricula and prepare for duplication either in-house or out-sourced
- Organize, monitor and help maintain electronic file of final version of curricula and course handouts and other project documents on SharePoint site and for archive records
- Monitor and help maintain project staff calendar on SharePoint to keep track of availability of project staff for collaborative work efforts
- Provide customer service to program participants including fielding calls regarding course schedule and registration process from constituent groups including CS state staff, CS staff at local districts, regional staff development coordinators and OTDA contract management staff
- Complete post-training/other event activities
- Assist with compiling quarterly report to sponsor; prepare narrative component that reflects administrative activity; Keep a record of customer support activity and compile data for inclusion report; Update on-site training delivery table for quarterly report with current data each quarter
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma and four years progressively responsible office experience.
- General administrative support experience. Proficiency with computer software, specifically Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Access and Excel). Excellent interpersonal and telephone skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills, excellent written and oral communications skills, ability to manage numerous tasks, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
- Applicants must address in their applications their abilities to work with a culturally diverse population.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
- Ability to travel between project work-site in downtown Albany, the Corporate Woods PDP work-site and the uptown campus at University at Albany. Possible occasional other travel to training site within NYS.
Preferred Qualifications
- Post-secondary education.
- Experience working in an adult education or training setting.
- Experience with technology-based training delivery systems.
Special Notes
Please send a resume to Professional Development Program, UAB 412, 1400 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12222 or e-mail to: jobs@pdp.albany.edu. Include a cover letter that addresses requirements and specify Job R#12-15.
Employment is through the Research Foundation of SUNY and is contingent upon funding. The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private, not-for-profit corporation managing sponsored program activity for the University at Albany and is an EO/AA/IRCA/ADA employer.
Training Program Coordinator—Training and Technical Assistance to Support Local DSS Permanency Planning
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Job#: R#12-04
Closing Date: Open until filled
Salary: High $50's to low $60's
The Professional Development Program of the University at Albany's Rockefeller College invites applications for the position of Training Program Coordinator. The Training Program Coordinator will develop, design, and monitor traditional and non-traditional child welfare training and technical assistance programs. The Training Program Coordinator will provide support to the child welfare casework practice and child welfare service delivery performance improvement agendas currently being implemented by local departments of social services, voluntary agency providers and the state oversight agency.
Description of Duties
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Identify and meet training needs of local departments of social services, voluntary agency providers, and state field office through coordination of training resources
- Consult with field offices on assessment of training needs
- Consult with state staff on the training implications of new legislation, regulations, and administrative directives
- Research to assist in the development of outcome based training curricula and related training materials for child welfare staff, and foster/adoptive parents of local department of social services (local dss) and voluntary child caring agencies (agency)
- Design, develop, and/or review of curricula and formulate recommendations for revisions
- Direct work of staff to develop and/or revise training curricula
- Monitor project completion according to sponsor specifications
- Provide coordination of child welfare training and technical assistance projects and/or components of projects as assigned and directed
- Provide coaching and technical assistance to OCFS and local dss/agency staff on the development and implementation of practice and program improvement strategies.
This is a full time position and will require travel throughout NYS. Other duties as assigned to meet program requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by a USDOE or internationally recognized accrediting organization with a concentration in Social Work or related field with at least 4 years experience in development and delivery of child welfare services and programs in NYS
- Experience in curriculum development, project management, organization development, and training
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive, constructive relationship with all levels of staff
- Experience in conducting research on best, evidence based, and emerging practices
- Demonstrated excellent writing, speaking and presentation skills
- Applicants must address in their applications their abilities to work with a culturally diverse population
- Demonstrated computer proficiency in use of e-mail, electronic calendar, computer templates, word processing, PowerPoint, internet
- Ability to travel regularly throughout NYS.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree from a college or university accredited by a USDOE or internationally recognized accrediting organization with a concentration in Social Work
- A minimum of 2 years experience in development and delivery of curriculum and/or instructional programs for adults and youth
- Minimum of 2 years experience in the development and delivery of outcome-based training curricula
- Content specific knowledge of public child welfare programs, adolescent and LGBTQ service needs, and supervision in child welfare.
Special Notes
Please send a resume to Professional Development Program, UAB 412, 1400 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12222 or e-mail to: jobs@pdp.albany.edu. Include a cover letter that addresses requirements and specify Job R#12-04.
Employment is through the Research Foundation of SUNY and is contingent upon funding. The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private, not-for-profit corporation managing sponsored program activity for the University at Albany and is an EO/AA/IRCA/ADA employer.
Education Specialist—Department of Early Childhood Training
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Job#: R#12-05
Closing Date: Open until filled
Salary: Low to mid $40's prorated at 50% time
The Professional Development Program of the University at Albany's Rockefeller College seeks a candidate to fill an Education Specialist position. Under the direction of the Project Manager or designee, position delivers traditional and non-traditional education and training programs and NYS regulatory and policy initiatives as assigned.
Description of Duties
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Delivering classroom training throughout NYS
- Delivering virtual classroom training using distance learning technology
- Updating, maintaining, and developing instructional materials (print and electronic), and performing evaluations on trainings and assisting in the re-design of curriculum, related materials, and visual aids for a variety of performance-based training
- Perform other duties as assigned to meet contract requirements
Half-time position; with the possibility of extension of time pending additional funds.
Ability to work variable days and work hours, travel including overnight stays regularly throughout NYS, and lift and carry up to 40 lbs. required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by a USDOE, or an internationally recognized accrediting organization in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Adult Education, Social Work or related field.
- One to three years experience in either direct child day care or training adults in other than computer skills.
- Excellent writing, speaking and interpersonal communication skills. Writing sample at interview.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and effectively manage multiple tasks.
- Demonstrated abilities to coordinate work with colleagues without conflict and effectively work independently.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and use of the Internet.
- Demonstrated ability to work with culturally diverse populations.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
- Ability to work variable work hours, travel regularly throughout NYS and commit to overnight stays as the training schedule requires.
Preferred Qualifications
- One to three years experience in direct child day care or adult learning situations.
- Specific knowledge of NYS Child Day Care Regulations.
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office products and distance learning technology.
- Experience with government contracts and regulations.
Special Notes
Please send a resume to Professional Development Program, UAB 412, 1400 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12222 or e-mail to: jobs@pdp.albany.edu. Include a cover letter that addresses requirements and specify Job R#12-05.
Employment is through the Research Foundation of SUNY and is contingent upon funding. The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private, not-for-profit corporation managing sponsored program activity for the University at Albany and is an EO/AA/IRCA/ADA employer.
Research Scientist—Training Program Evaluator
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Job#: R#12-02
Closing Date: Open until filled
Salary: Low $60's prorated at 50% time
The Professional Development Program of the University at Albany's Rockefeller College seeks applications for the position of Research Scientist/Training Program Evaluator. The incumbent will be responsible for the design, pretest, and administration of survey and data collection instruments and interview protocols to be used to evaluate traditional/non-traditional educational and training programs related to current New York State early childhood education initiatives. Duties also include but are not limited to: data analysis, literature reviews, needs assessment development and implementation, report writing and presentation of findings, focus group and meeting facilitation. Position is 50% FTE.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree from a college or university accredited by a USDOE, or an internationally recognized accrediting organization, in social sciences or related field.
- Two to three years experience in evaluation and research of social services or educational programs including strong competence in survey design and implementation.
- Demonstrated excellent writing, speaking, and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated experience conducting analysis and research using SPSS, Microsoft Access and other applicable software and report writing programs.
- Applicants must address in their applications their abilities to work with a culturally diverse population.
- Experience using Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree from a college or university accredited by a USDOE, or an internationally recognized accrediting organization, in social sciences or related field.
- Experience organizing focus groups and meetings.
- Knowledge of NYS/NYC social services system.
- Experience with early childhood education and training programs.
Special Notes
Applicants selected for second interview will be asked to supply one writing sample as primary author and complete an assignment and present their assignment outcome/project to the search committee.
Please send a resume to Professional Development Program, UAB 412, 1400 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12222 or e-mail to: jobs@pdp.albany.edu. Include a cover letter that addresses requirements and specify Job R#12-02.
Employment is through the Research Foundation of SUNY and is contingent upon funding. The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private, not-for-profit corporation managing sponsored program activity for the University at Albany and is an EO/AA/IRCA/ADA employer.
