Location:   
Erie 1 BOCES
Technology Services
TS VoIP
E1B Education Campus
West Seneca, NY

Hours:
8:00AM – 4:00PM

Hourly Rate:       
$32.38/hr PLUS generous benefits package

Annual Education Stipends:
$500 for Associates Degree/Accredited Training Program Certification or
$1000 for Bachelors Degree or
$1500 for Masters Degree

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

 

Job Responsibilities:
The Microcomputer Technical Support Specialist assigned to the VoIP team of the Technology Services Division is an employee with a wide range of experience with the processes and technologies of the WNYRIC. Reporting to the VoIP Supervisor, the Technical Support Specialist exercises leadership and some independent decision-making in regard to the assigned duties. The Microcomputer Technical Support Specialist will work on second level problem resolution for any of our 100 plus school districts, with a polite and courteous nature.

1. Coordinates/implement/maintain the ongoing operations of the Voice network. Must have knowledge or the ability to master analog punch down, analog toning and programming of various VoIP telephones.
2. Implements and assist in maintaining district level networking (including but not limited to routers, switches, wireless management, VoIP equip, filtering servers, VPN's, switches) and related operating systems.
3. Provides installation, customization and maintenance of approved vendor supplied software for Voice Networking. Assist supervisor with circuit turn ups and managing install vendors.
4. Prepares charts, tables, and diagrams to assist in analyzing local and VoIP Networking problems while collaborating with team members.
5. Prepare network packet captures and analyzes to determine communication errors.
6. Performs the monitoring and assists in adjustments of network systems for optimal performance.
7. Organizes and prepares Voice systems documentation.
8. Assist with the monitoring and adjustments of firewalls, filtering, VPN and other networking devices.
9. Communicates with district personal for efficient diagnostic and problem resolution of voice hardware, voice management tools, and voice technology.
10. Interacts with WNYRIC Sr. WAN and LAN Specialists, application coordinators, specialist and customers to maintain optimal network performance.
11. Undertakes physical activities such as key boarding, lifting, and tasks related to the installation, troubleshooting and support for telecommunications devices weighing in excess of 60 pounds.
12. Works in schools where students, teachers, and administrators are present as needed and holds and maintains a valid drivers’ license.
13. Provides and facilitates communication between Supervisor, team members, customers and other WNYRIC Teams (electronic mail, voice mail, cell phone, text messaging, collaborative virtual environments, etc.).
14. Collaborates, as necessary, with other members of the organization in order to meet the evolving technical advancements in the K-12 environment.
15. Studies and evaluates methods and procedures to determine the adaptability to existing network technology.
16. Familiar with setup and use of Active Directory, Netware (Novell), Windows, Ethernet, TCP/IP, electronic mail (Lotus Notes et al), PCs, MACs and other technologies, as required by specific assignment.
17. Provides off-hour coverage as requested.
18. Other duties may be assigned that are relevant to the civil service job description for this title.

Location:   
Erie 1 BOCES
Labor Relations 
E1B Education Campus
West Seneca, NY   

Annual Salary:  
Commensurate with Experience

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

 

Job Responsibilities:

Erie 1 BOCES seeks a qualified candidate for the position of Labor Relations Specialist. The Labor Relations Specialist assists in contract negotiations for external school districts; advises external school districts on contract administration and employee disciplinary matters; participates in Civil Service Section 71, 73 and 75 hearings; conducts Education Law 3214 student hearings; conducts investigations of employee or student misconduct; and provides research and consultation on employee and student issues as directed by the Director/Manager of Labor Relations. Other duties as assigned. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as have the ability to work effectively with diverse groups. Experience with personnel administration and/or NYS Education Law a plus.

Negotiations/Labor Relations
1. Negotiates collective bargaining agreements with employee organizations representing certificated and/or classified civil service employees of participating school districts and the BOCES; includes contract analysis, development of proposals and counterproposals, serving as chief negotiator in formal and informal collective bargaining, and reducing agreed upon provisions to writing for incorporation into the collective bargaining agreement.

2. Analyzes existing salary and fringe benefit data from districts in the geographic area, to aid in the development of negotiations proposals, evaluate proposed compensation and benefits, or prepare information for fact finding.

3. Represents management positions of participating school districts and the BOCES in mediation and fact-finding, and improper labor practice or other proceedings before the Public Employment Relations Board (PERB).

4. Provides assistance to participating districts and the BOCES in the administration and interpretation of existing collective bargaining agreements, including recommending positions, responding to grievances and drafting/revising memoranda of agreement.

5. Researches and provides consultation to participating districts and the BOCES on various personnel matters such as layoff and recall, employee discipline, etc.

6. Represents management positions of participating school districts and the BOCES in grievance and arbitration proceedings, disciplinary proceedings under a collective bargaining agreement or Civil Service Law §75, or termination hearings pursuant to Civil Service Law §§71 and 73.

7. Stays abreast of current legislation, arbitration decisions, court or administrative agency rulings, and collective bargaining agreements to assess trends in school labor relations matters. Supervision- Supervises all Labor Relations staff Student Relations/Pupil Personnel-Researches and provides consultation to participating school districts and the BOCES on various pupil personnel matters such as student residency, confidentiality of student information and records, student discipline, etc. Serves as impartial hearing officer for participating school districts in Education Law §3214 student disciplinary hearings. School Attorney- May serve as back-up to the School Attorney to provide legal counsel and representation to the board of cooperative educational services as determined by the board; provide advice and counsel to the District Superintendent and administrative staff on legal matters.

Student Relations/Pupil Personnel
1. Researches and provides consultation to participating districts on various pupil personnel matters such as student residency, confidentiality of student information and records, student discipline, etc.

2. Serves as impartial hearing officer in Education Law §3214 student disciplinary hearings.

Investigations

1. Serves as an impartial investigator for participating districts of alleged or suspected employee/student misconduct or alleged civil rights violations.

Communication/Committees

1. Assists in preparation and delivery of workshops and seminars for administrative and other staff of participating districts regarding negotiations/labor relations and pupil personnel issues.

2. Assists in preparation and delivery of workshops and seminars on negotiations/labor relations and pupil personnel issues for community, professional or other groups.

3. Assists in reporting to participating districts on progress of negotiations and recent settlements in the area, court decisions, PERB rulings, legislative actions (Labor Relations Service Advisory Committee, newsletter or other periodic communications).

4. Maintains professional affiliations and participates as active member in related organizations such as New York State Association of Management Advocates for School Labor Affairs (MASLA).

5. Assists with maintenance of a reference library including negotiated contracts and current information regarding labor relations, personnel and student personnel issues, education, and related laws. Other duties as assigned by the Director, Labor Relations.

Location:
Erie 1 BOCES
Technology Services
TS Professional Development
E1B Education Campus
West Seneca, NY

Hours:
8:00AM – 4:00PM

Annual Salary:
$87,849
+  1,500 Masters Stipend
$89,349

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

Job Responsibilities:

Erie 1 BOCES and the WNYRIC are excited  to announce a newly created position within our organization;  Senior Supervisor of Professional Development. The Senior Supervisor will oversee and collaborate with department supervisors and Sr. Coordinators across six teams to manage budgets, streamline operations, hire and develop personnel, and conduct evaluations. 

If you are an education professional, passionate team leader, and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply and join us in our commitment to developing inclusive and innovative learning environments throughout the region.

Supervision
1. Directly supervises the Supervisors and Sr. Coordinators in the following departments:

• Regional Bilingual Education Resources Network (RBERN)
• Regional Partnership Center (RPC)
• Instructional Resource Team (IRT)
• CSLO/Model Schools
• Healthy Schools
• Sexual Health
• Additional as assigned

2. Evaluate all directly assigned staff as per bargaining unit agreements

3. In collaboration with the Director of Professional Development recruits and interviews any open supervisory positions in assigned departments

4. In collaboration with supervisors and senior coordinators recruits, interviews and recommends candidates for any vacant positions on a team to the Director of Professional Development

5. In collaboration with the Director of Professional Development and The Director of Talent and Leadership Development develops and implements professional learning plan for each of the direct reports

6. Evaluate, provide feedback, and provides recommendations concerning service models for each of the professional learning teams

7. Models and supports a climate and culture that is inclusive

Budget
1. In collaboration with direct reports and the business office creates an annual balanced budget

2. Conducts a monthly review of budgets and adjust as needed to stay balanced

3. Work with and support direct reports on contracts and IEAs

4. Ensure all organization timelines are met concerning budgets

Direct Service Responsibilities
1. Plan and facilitate monthly IDAB meetings

2. Work in collaboration with IRT staff on district strategic planning and leadership professional development requests. Lead facilitation duties may be required

3. Researches and responds directly to district inquiries concerning NYSED initiatives and regulations

4. Creates and leads the substantial equivalency service

5. Keep accurate records of service to provide summary reports and numbers required by NYSED and the organization

6. Understand and explore CoSer regulation for compliance and innovation opportunities

Internal and External Committees
1. Attend and participate in all TS Management meetings

2. Attend and participate in all FICA meetings

3. Attend and participate in all SCDN quarterly meeting

4. Attend SCDN TLE as an alternate to IRT Supervisor

5. Attend and participate in organizational committees

6. Share information and updates for all committees to direct report staff

7. Attend and/or request updates from each department concerning committee meetings supervisors are attending on behalf of the organization

8. Identify lanes to take on a leadership role in local, regional, and state committees

9. Support and recommend staff to take on leadership roles on local, regional, and statewide committees

Innovation
1. In collaboration with Supervisor of CSLO, Director of WNYRIC Business Continuity, Research and Innovation, and the Director of Professional Development engage in the R&D concerning instructional technology integration that will maintain Erie 1 as a leader in this area

2. Make recommendation to Director of Professional Development on staffing, services, and structures based on data and best practices

3. In collaboration with direct reports create a cycle of continuous improvement of systems including onboarding, staff professional learning plans, and staff evaluations

4. In collaboration with professional development teams develop and implement new services

Additional Professional Responsibilities
1. Stay current with educational trends, best practices, and regulations by reading and attending professional development

2. Follow the chain of command to address any service, personnel, or emergency.

3. Build trusting relationships with all stakeholders

4. All other duties assigned by the Director of Professional Development

THIS IS AN 11 MONTH POSITION

Location:   
Erie 1 BOCES
Labor Relations 
E1B Education Campus
West Seneca, NY   

Annual Salary:  
$70,000-$80,000 - Commensurate with experience

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

 

Job Responsibilities:

The Hearing Officer will work under the direction of the General Counsel, serving a crucial role in conducting student disciplinary hearings and making determinations, findings and imposing disciplines. There may be direction exercised over this position by the Manager of Labor Relations as needed with occasional reporting to other agencies as required. The incumbent will review submissions relative to student discipline, schedule and conduct hearings and render oral and/or written decisions. 

• Prepare for hearings; review submissions and supporting paperwork
• Preside over hearings related to student disciplines and listen to and read arguments by opposing parties
• Preside over hearings related to NYS Civil Service Sections 71 and 73
• Decide whether procedures are being conducted according to the rules and the law
• Act in a quasi-judicial capacity in settling disputes and or providing outcome determinations of disciplinary matters for students and districts under the purview of Erie 1 BOCES
• Determine whether information presented supports a charge, claim, or dispute
• Apply law or precedent to reach judgments and to resolve disputes between parties
• Research related legal issues
• Write opinions, decisions, and instructions regarding cases, claims, and disputes
• May be required to participate in legal proceedings within the court system under the direction of Erie 1 BOCES General Counsel

*THIS IS AN 11 MONTH POSITION

Location:   
Erie 1 BOCES
Technology Services
ETEAM/Instructional Resource Team
E1B Education Campus
West Seneca, NY   

11 Month Salary:  
$65,607
+  1,380 w/Masters Stipend
$66,987*

Hours:
8:00AM - 4:00PM
 

Job Responsibilities:

The Coordinator, Staff and Curriculum Development, Differentiated Instruction strives to meet the organizational and professional needs of the districts for which (s)he supports. The Coordinator, Staff and Curriculum Development, Differentiated Instruction will work in conjunction with the Director, Associate Director, Supervisors, other Coordinators, Staff and Curriculum Development, Differentiated Instruction and Coordinators, Staff and Curriculum Development, Technology Integration by assisting with building the capacity of all leaders, in and out of the classroom as a means to promote system change of teaching and learning; providing quality, sustained professional development that connects educators with innovative approaches to prepare their students for college and career paths. 

1. Leadership Capacity Building: 

• Provides information and planning to superintendents, central office personnel, principals, teachers, students, and Board of Education, as well as, internal BOCES staff for: 
  • NYS Education Department reform efforts
  • Local and regional initiatives 
• Guides school district decision-makers in efficient use of Erie 1 BOCES services and how to effectively implement NYSED reform efforts and initiatives 
• Becomes familiar with current research, new theories, current and proposed laws and regulations, and materials pertaining to teaching, learning and leadership and disseminates information to appropriate personnel in districts and internally 
• Identify challenges that face districts in the implementation of NYSED reforms or initiatives and work together with other BOCES personnel to develop solutions that will assist all districts during their implementation 

2. Service Development 

• Assesses and communicates emerging customer needs as it pertains to curriculum, instruction, assessment and data analysis 

• Identifies district needs and makes recommendations about professional learning and programming to support effective teaching to enhance student learning and increase student achievement 

3. Service Delivery 

• Works collaboratively with Coordinators to create administrative information, resources, and support district leaders based on local/state/federal initiatives. 

• Anticipates, creates and delivers high quality staff development opportunities and services in his/her field of expertise that are customized to each district’s and school’s current and emerging needs based on participation. Topics may include, but are not limited to teacher and leader evaluation, curriculum and assessment planning and development, data-driven instruction, coaching, modeling of best practices in an actual classroom, planning and development of curriculum projects and learning experiences which utilize best practices and promote higher order thinking skills. 

• Coordinates high quality professional development delivery with appropriate clerical and district staff so that billing and other accountability procedures are followed and all workshop preparations are made. 

• Demonstrates credibility with teachers, administrators, educational partners and outside organizations. 

• Develops services and/or writes grants to obtain funds to meet current and emerging needs.

• Provide timely communication in response to inquiries and include follow-up for activities and professional development activities 

4. Internal and External Communication 

• Promotes the division's vision for good customer service 

• Develops appropriate channels of communication (that may cut across department and division lines) to deliver new and existing services 

• Facilitates electronic communication using all appropriate technologies 

5. Professional Responsibilities 

• Actively seeks out research-based educational best practices as it applies to curriculum, assessment, instruction, providing staff development to adult learners 

• Keeps current on best practices by reading educational materials and engaging in on-going professional collaboration with other members of the Western New York Regional Information Center, Erie 1 BOCES and other BOCES, school boards, and outside educational professionals and agencies. 

• Attends regular statewide meetings in Albany as needed.  

• Maintain a leadership role in curriculum, assessment, instruction and data analysis by presenting at local and statewide conferences. 

6. Other

• Staff will report to regularly assigned work place which may be a school district location based on FTE district participation. 

• Performs other related tasks as assigned. 

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

Hours:
8:00AM - 4:00PM 

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

Job Responsibilities:

The Manager of Centralized District Management Services is chiefly responsible for the supervision, planning, coordination and delivery of Erie 1 BOCES Central Business Office (CBO) services to participating school districts. Services offered through the Erie 1 BOCES CBO are designed to assist participating districts by performing essential or core functions of a school district business office, including: accounts payable, payroll preparation, claims auditing, and general ledger maintenance. The CBO provides participating school districts with trained professionals to meet the evolving needs of their business operations and enables them to maintain compliance with sound accounting practices and achieve proper segregation of duties.

Additionally, the Manager of Centralized District Management Services will have certain administrative responsibilities related to the School and Municipal Energy Cooperative (SMEC).

These responsibilities require the Manager to focus on overall program leadership, growth, and sustainability to ensure that all services meet the ever-changing needs of the school business office.

STAFF SUPERVISION

1. Supervise and evaluate all classified personnel in the CBO.
2. Manage and coordinate the hiring process for vacancies in the CBO.
3. Interview and recommend candidates for employment, in consultation with the Associate Director of Management Services.
4. Ensure that newly hired personnel in the CBO have a smooth transition, orientation, and onboarding into the organization.
5. Schedule and assign personnel to projects and duties.
6. Conduct annual evaluations of CBO staff members’ performance.

PLANNING, ASSESSMENT, AND DELIVERY OF CBO SERVICES

1. Direct and supervise CBO staff members in their delivery of services to participating school districts.
2. Develop new services to anticipate and respond to the evolving needs of school districts.
3. Develop written service proposals/agreements tailored to the unique needs of each participating school district client.
4. Create and maintain working relationships with school district administrators, including business officials, to assess the effectiveness of current services and determine future needs.
5. Assist school districts with compliance concerning state and federal mandates that affect the delivery of CBO services.
6. Cultivate and maintain working relationships with staff in client school districts to ensure that day-to-day business office needs are addressed.

FISCAL MANAGEMENT OF CBO SERVICES

The Manager of Centralized District Management Services will assist the Associate Director of Management Services in the following tasks, as they pertain to the CBO:

1. Develop, analyze, and manage service budget.
2. Develop Division Cooperative Services (“Co-Sers”), as needed.
3. Coordinate requests for services through school district participation.
4. Prepare annual budget and revenue projections.

ADMINISTRATION OF SCHOOL & MUNICIPAL ENERGY COOPERATIVE (SMEC)

The Manager of Centralized District Management Services will assume certain responsibilities for the administration of SMEC, which includes, but is not limited to, the following tasks:

1. Assist in preparation for quarterly member meetings.
2. Communications with member districts regarding energy purchases.
3. May serve on the Board of Trustees, as determined by the Cooperative’s election process.
4. Exploration of emerging energy solutions or requirements for participating municipalities.

OTHER DUTIES

Other duties may be assigned by the Associate Director of Management Services that are relevant to the civil service job description for this title.