Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 05/29/26
Applications Due: 06/13/26
Vacancy ID: 217057
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyDomestic Violence, Office for the Prevention of
TitleGender Violence Prevention Specialist 2 - VID 217057
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary Grade23
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $86681 to $109650 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 20%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 9 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
Location
County Albany
Street Address 80 South Swan Street
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12210
Job Specifics
Duties Description Under the general supervision of the Chief of Staff, the Assistant Director for Special Projects will develop, manage, and execute projects at the direction of the Chief of Staff and Executive Director. This position requires the candidate to work independently and as part of a team, possess sound judgment and a keen ability to interpret complex policy and practices, strong research skills to support the development of best practices, strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities at one time.
Duties include, but may not be limited to:
• Develop and implement domestic and gender-based violence prevention programs in various state agencies and community organizations.
• Provide technical assistance to organizations administering domestic and gender-based violence prevention programs.
• Design, develop, and update training curricula.
• Conduct training.
• Prepare and review reports and program evaluations.
• Prepare grant proposals.
• Manage grant contracts with community groups
• Perform the full range of supervisory duties such as performance evaluations and time and attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Seven years of experience* in the provision of domestic or gender-based violence prevention services; the provision of human services, training and education, government, social justice or gender-based advocacy services; or public policy research and development
OR
One year of permanent service as a Gender Violence Prevention Specialist 1.
*Substitutions: A bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of specialized experience; a master’s degree may substitute for five years of specialized experience; or a Ph.D. may substitute for six years of specialized experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Research experience.
• Experience with Tableau.
• Experience in data analytics and research including experience with software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, R, and survey tools such as Alchemer or Microsoft Forms.
• Experience in upper-level management and executive offices.
• Project management.
• Experience in evaluation methods.
• Staff management.
NOTE: IN ORDER TO AWARD THE PROPER CREDIT FOR WORK EXPERIENCE, RESUMES MUST INCLUDE MONTH AND YEAR FOR START AND END DATES. IF ANY OF THIS EXPERIENCE IS LESS THAN FULL TIME YOU MUST INDICATE THE AVERAGE NUMBER OF HOURS WORKED PER WEEK.
Additional Comments NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: OPDV employees may be approved for a maximum of 40% telecommuting; however, they are required to apply and obtain approval from management to telecommute in accordance with the agency's Telecommuting Program Guidelines.
The Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We are committed to the diversity of our staff and encourage applicants from all communities to apply.
The Office of General Services provides human resources support for the Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence. To apply for this vacancy, candidates must email a detailed resume providing specific, verifiable information about their qualifying experience to HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov and they must reference the above posting number. This must be received in the OGS Division of Human Resources Management by the closing date, or your response will not be considered.
New York State is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Human Resources/JHG
Telephone 518-473-5282
Fax 518-486-1631
Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM
31st Floor, Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12242
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.
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