Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleHistoric Conservation Technician 2 (NY HELPS), Box OCE-1525/24795
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $50425 to $61548 Annually
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Cultural Education (OCE) is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Historic Conservation Technician 2 within the Deputy’s Office. This position is based in the Conservation Laboratory at the Cultural Education Center, where the incumbent will assist the Archives Conservation Specialist 3 and conduct conservation treatments primarily on paper-based materials, including prints, documents, maps, manuscripts, books, posters, photographs, and parchment. Work may also include limited treatment of additional materials such as paintings, textiles, furniture, and natural history collections. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Perform conservation treatments and prepare materials for exhibition to preserve cultural property and stabilize historical and artistic collections in accordance with the AIC Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice;
• Produce clear and accurate treatment documentation, including digital photography (SLR cameras), and use of Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop, and Outlook;
• Carry out general collections care activities to improve stewardship, such as environmental monitoring, integrated pest management, stacks maintenance, conservation surveys, and rehousing projects;
• Assist with routine lab operations, including cleaning, organization, inventory management, ordering supplies, and equipment testing;
• Participate in OCE emergency preparedness and disaster response for collections. Maintain and update the Disaster Response Plan annually; ensure emergency supply inventories are current and restocked as needed;
• Provide outreach activities such as laboratory tours, training sessions, workshops, and presentations; and
• Serve on or lead OCE-wide committees focused on improving collections care and stewardship practices.
Minimum Qualifications 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, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:
Three years of conservation or preservation or historic collections-related experience in the discipline to which assigned.
A bachelor’s or master’s degree in history, public history, art history, museum studies, photographic preservation, collections management, conservation, or fine arts may be substituted for two years of experience.
COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as a Historic Conservation Technician 2.
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 contingent permanent, non-competitive appointment. 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 experience and/or transcript 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. The work schedule for these positions includes hours of 8:30AM – 4:30PM or 9:00AM - 5:00PM.
This position leads to a maximum salary of $61,548 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.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by July 15, 2025 to ocejobs@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 (OCE-1525/24795) 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.
New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.
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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.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address ocejobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street New York State Education department
89 Washington Avenue
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by July 15, 2025 to ocejobs@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 (OCE-1525/24795) 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.