Position Title

Manager, Policy Services 1124-0014

Required Application Type

School Related Personnel

Salary/Pay Scale

$84,097-$85,597* Plus Generous Benefits Package

Job Description

Location:   
Erie 1 BOCES
Management Services
E1B Education Campus
West Seneca, NY   

Annual Salary:  
$84,097
+  1,500 w/Masters Stipend
$85,597

Hours:
8:00AM - 4:00PM

Generous Benefits Package including but not limited to the following: Employment - Erie 1 BOCES

• 15 Paid annual Holidays
• Generous paid personal/sick time
• Generous paid vacation days
• Premium Health and Dental plans (E1B pays 85%)
• Life insurance at NO cost to you
• FSA plan
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• NYS Retirement System
• 403b AND 457 retirement plans

The Management Services Division is seeking a Manager of Policy Services to lead, administer and coordinate various services provided to K-12 public school districts across New York State. Primary responsibilities include: planning, staff supervision, general program management and fiscal management.  The Manager’s overarching responsibility is to ensure services meet the needs of school districts through continual reassessment of the quality, utility and effectiveness of the department’s services.

The staff member will work under the direction of the Division Director to provide administrative oversight of the policy services provided to school districts across New York State.  Areas of responsibility include supervision of personnel; planning; general program and fiscal management, as follows:

1. Proof and edit documents, including policy and administrative manuals being prepared for school districts. (not clerical)
2. Research and monitor New York State and federal laws, corresponding regulations, and pending legislation as it relates to NYS public schools' operations.
3. Oversee the development of policy and administrative manuals, including supervision and evaluation of policy services division staff and assignment of projects.
4. Responsible for assuring compliance of policy and administrative regulations with applicable laws and assisting the professional staff with changes to existing policy and administrative regulation documents as laws are implemented and changes occur.
5. Develop, oversee and perform various marketing and/or promotional functions for Policy Services (new and existing). This will also include developing, presenting and/or facilitating new training; workshops for Policy Services customers in conjunction with the division Director.

Job Responsibilities:

The Manager of Policy Services is responsible for the administration and coordination of policy services.

Specific Duties: (Illustrative only; not all inclusive)

1. Supervision of Staff

• 1. Recommends candidates for employment in the policy services program.
• 2. Schedules and assigns projects to policy personnel.
• 3. Trains personnel as required.
• 4. Conducts periodic evaluations of the performance of staff in the policy services program.
• 5. Supervises all coordinators, specialists, and clerical staff.

2. Planning

• 1. Works with coordinators for Policy Services in developing annual and long range objectives for policy services.
• 2. Oversees the development of Board policy and administrative manuals for client school districts.
• 3. Conducts professional development workshops on policy, regulations and procedures for school personnel including Board members, administrators and teachers.
• 4. Assists school districts in complying with federal and state mandates.
• 5. Oversees development maintenance of documents, including sample policy and regulation language.

3. General Program Management

• 1. Provides leadership in establishing new or improved policy services.
• 2. Coordinates and evaluates existing policy services recommends additions, changes, and/or deletions.
• 3. Works with school districts to provide information on services available to them and provides follow up to participation requests.

4. Fiscal Management

• 1. Analyzes district participation and other revenues as well as expenditures on an ongoing basis to provide rationale for budget recommendations to the Director.
• 2. Approves travel conference and mileage requests.
• 3. Coordinates and approves conference attendance and training requests.

5. Other related duties as assigned by the Division Director.

 

Civil Service Title

Manager, Policy Services

Job Qualifications

Minimum Civil Service Qualifications:
Must hold permanent status as a Manager, Policy Services; or; Must meet minimum qualifications for provisional appointment as follows:

A) Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS registered 4 year college or university with a Master’s Degree in Business, Public Administration, Management, Education, Law, or closely related field and up to four (4) years of experience performing research or communications activities relating to either governmental planning or K-12 experience; or;

B) Graduation from a regionally accredited NYS registered 4 year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Education or closely related field and up to five (5) years of experience performing research or communications activities relating to either governmental planning or K-12 experience; or;

C) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B).

Additional Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of administrative methods and procedures;
• Strong knowledge of research methods and procedures;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Excellent time management skills; 
• Ability to work successfully in a team environment;
• Ability to effectively lead and supervise others; 
• Ability to travel to school districts across New York State;
• Technology skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite--Word, Excel, PowerPoint

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED THROUGH JANUARY 29, 2025

Application Procedure

Please apply online by completing the following steps:

1. Click Apply below and log in to your account in Recruitfront or create an account.
2. Complete and submit the correct application type, SCHOOL RELATED PERSONNEL, and THEN
3. Apply directly to the job posting.

You will receive an email from Recruitfront stating that you have applied.  

Special Notes:  

When responding to or inquiring about this Notice of Vacancy, please refer to the Posting Number noted above.
Requests for reasonable accommodations at the interview under the Americans with
Disabilities Act must be submitted in writing to the ADA Coordinator (Director, Human Resources) at least 48 hours prior to the interview.   

PLEASE NOTE- Erie 1 BOCES has transitioned COMPLETELY to the RecruitFront platform for all open positions.  Once you complete your application within the system, you will be able to apply for any vacant positions within the District in the future.

Studies show that women and members of some groups are more likely to underestimate their qualifications for a position. At Erie 1 BOCES we are on a journey to create a more inclusive and equitable organization, which includes our commitment to shape a more inclusive and diverse work and school community. We recognize that a diverse representation in our organization is an essential step. Applicants who identify with a historically underrepresented group, including but not limited to BIPOC (Black/African American, Indigenous/Native American, Persons of Color), Hispanic/Latina, LGBTQ+, Women, and/or individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Job Category

Other

Job Location

Education Campus

Additional Information