Duties Description The New York State Education Department's (NYSED) Office of Performance and Information Management Services (PIMS) is seeking candidates for an Agency Safety and Health Director 1 position within the Office of Facilities and Business Services.
Under the direction of the Operations Support Manager, the Agency Safety and Health Director 1 is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing agency-wide occupational safety, health, emergency preparedness, and regulatory compliance programs to ensure a safe environment for employees, visitors, and the public for New York State Department of Education at approximately 60 owned and leased facilities statewide. The incumbent serves as the Department's subject matter expert on workplace safety, regulatory compliance, environmental health, emergency management, and risk mitigation. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve agency-wide occupational safety, health, environmental compliance, and emergency preparedness programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices;
• Serve as the Department's subject matter expert and primary advisor on workplace safety, PESH compliance, emergency management, environmental health, building code requirements, hazardous materials, workplace violence prevention, and fire and life safety programs;
• Conduct inspections, audits, and risk assessments of NYSED-owned and leased facilities; identify hazards, recommend corrective actions, monitor compliance, and oversee incident investigations and mitigation efforts;
• Oversee agency emergency preparedness and business continuity programs, including emergency action plans, evacuation procedures, drills, exercises, tenant safety committees, and emergency response coordination across all facilities;
• Manage environmental health and regulatory compliance programs, including asbestos, lead, indoor air quality, water quality, industrial hygiene, mold investigations, medical surveillance requirements, and oversight of contracted environmental services;
• Develop and deliver safety, health, emergency preparedness, and regulatory compliance training programs; promote employee awareness, hazard prevention, and workplace wellness initiatives;
• Monitor and report on agency-wide safety and compliance performance; maintain required records and documentation; coordinate regulatory inspections and audits; and develop corrective action plans as necessary;
• Provide technical review and guidance for facility projects, construction activities, renovations, and operational initiatives to ensure compliance with safety, environmental, accessibility, and code requirements;
• Serve as NYSED's liaison with regulatory agencies, emergency responders, labor unions, landlords, contractors, health and safety committees, and other stakeholders on safety, health, environmental, and emergency preparedness matters;
• Manage program budgets, contracts, and procurement activities related to safety, environmental, and emergency management services and equipment;
• Supervise professional and support staff, establish priorities, provide technical guidance, and support employee development and performance management;
• Travel statewide as necessary to conduct inspections, provide technical assistance, investigate incidents, and support agency operations; and
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Office of Facilities and Business Services.
Minimum Qualifications NY HELPS
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:
• Seven years of experience in the development and administration of occupational health and safety programs in an organization of 500 or more employees, or with multiple locations.
*Substitution - Associate degree may substitute for two years of specialized experience; bachelor's degree may substitute for four years of specialized experience; master's degree may substitute for five years of specialized experience; J.D. may substitute for six years of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for seven years of specialized experience.
PROMOTION: Current [NYSED] State employees must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Agency Safety and Health Representative 2.
COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Eligible List Appointment: Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for this title. If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for this title, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter.
Section 70.1 Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SALARY GRADE 21 or above deemed eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Section 70.4 Transfer to Agency Safety Health Director 1: Candidates may be eligible for nomination for transfer under Section 70.4 of the Civil Service Law to this title if they are a current NYS employee with one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SALARY GRADE 21 or higher AND have standing on the eligible list for this title.
Section 52.6 Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title allocated SALARY GRADE 21 or higher eligible to transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.
For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website. https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/title-search/index.cfm
55b/c Appointment: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and candidates with 55b/c eligibility are encouraged to apply. Candidates must possess a current 55b/c eligibility letter and meet the minimum qualifications.
It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent, competitive or non-competitive appointment. For 55b/c appointment, candidates must possess the minimum qualifications, a current 55b/c eligibility letter and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Promotions and transfers may change appointees' negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits.
Verification of education and experience will be required at the time of interview for all candidates.
This position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 30% each bi-weekly pay period and is granted at the discretion of the supervisor and the appointing office. This position will require 30% in-state/Statewide travel.
The work schedule for this position is Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm.
This position leads to a maximum salary of $113,292 based on annual performance advances. For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts
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• https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/
• https://www.cs.ny.gov/pio/publications/gettingajob.pdf
Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.
Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.
Additional Benefits
• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Telephone (518) 474-5215
Fax (518) 486-5631
Email Address OMSJobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM Room 528EB
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12234
Notes on Applying APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by October 20, 2026, to OMSJobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (PIMS-1169/01006) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
