ABOUT OUR DISTRICT
The Syracuse City School District is undergoing a new phase of innovation and transformation with the goal of ensuring that all students graduate high school with the skills needed to be ready for college and career. For Syracuse, all means all. The School Board and Syracuse community have charged the Superintendent with improving student achievement, and she is seeking a dedicated and diverse team of educators to partner with her in moving the district toward its goals.
The Syracuse City School District represents 35 schools and programs, including 6 high schools, 6 middle schools, 6 K-8 schools, 13 elementary schools, and 4 alternative education programs, serving approximately 19,000 students Pre-K–12. Of these students, 82.3% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, 20.1% are served by the Office of Special Education, and 83% are students of color.
Location: May vary depending on availability
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
Under the direct supervision of a counseling supervisor, an employee of this class is responsible for performing non-professional functions in support of case management and educational staff. This position performs a variety of miscellaneous tasks related to eligibility determination for various community and governmental programs. Duties involve responsibility for receiving and meeting with clients/students, community and governmental agencies and instructors for the purpose of gathering information and acting as a liaison. An employee in this class receives assignments from a counseling supervisor who also reviews the work. An employee of this class exercises no supervision. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A) 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; or,
B) Two (2) years of work experience, or its part time equivalent, in a customer service role or in a position supporting social or human services programs in a public or private setting.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
Possession of a valid New York State driver's license at time of appointment.
To be considered, all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the position as outlined on the Onondaga County Civil Service job specifications for this title.
NYS HELPS Program will allow us to hire for this position without participating in the Civil Service exam or being appointed from an eligible list. The selected candidate will serve a 52-week probationary period, and the position will mature into a permanent appointment.
The successful candidate will be required to pass a fingerprint-based background check, at the cost of $104.50 to the candidate.
City Residents are encouraged to apply!
WORKING HOURS: Working hours will vary depending on location. This position is non-exempt.
SALARY/COMPENSATION: The current starting salary for this position is $24.59 per hour per the Unit 9 contractual agreement.
The Onondaga County Civil Service job description can be viewed by clicking here.
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Public school district providing K-12 education to students in Syracuse, New York.