Intro

Here at Questar III BOCES, we believe in changing lives, realizing dreams and doing together what can’t be done alone.  Our vision is that of creating a student-centered culture and putting students first. Our core values include a commitment to excellence by honing our craftsmanship to deliver high-quality work, a commitment to leadership & service by moving the organization, departments and school districts forward by exceeding client expectations, and a commitment to innovation by creating programs and services to address client needs AND by continuously improving our programs and operations.  We believe that organizational excellence is best achieved when leadership is reflective of our diverse society.

About the Job

Questar III BOCES is seeking a full-time Director of Student Support Services to provide  leadership, vision, and direction of the Questar III Exceptional and Early Learning Programs, including related and itinerant services, work-based learning and school counseling.

In this role you will provide direct supervision of special education and early learning administrators and support staff; indirectly supervise all other special education and early learning staff.  You will also participate in the Questar III Administrative Leadership Team efforts to understand and ensure compliance of NYS Special Education regulations, state and federal laws, and policies, and be able to communicate this information to all stakeholders. You will also oversee the activities of the special education intake committee and student program placement, while ensuring continuous communication with component and non-component school districts regarding placements and programs. In this role you will also supervise the collection, maintenance and distribution of school records for students who attend Questar III special education and early learning programs, including distribution of quarterly report cards, IEP progress reports, transcripts and all other student records. Authorized to act on matters as determined by Board of Education policy and as delegated by the District Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent of Exceptional and Early Learning. This role reports to the Assistant Superintendent of Exceptional and Early Learning on all matters relating to operations in the division.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise the scheduling of annual reviews for Questar III special education students.

• Complete APPR observations of principals and related service providers as assigned. The incumbent may act as an independent evaluator for instructional program staff as needed.

• Assist in the development and coordination of monthly component district CSE Directors’ meetings.

• Coordinate and administer all areas of special education and early learning for the successful operation of the departments, including leadership, supervision, and professional development of staff.

• Assist and participate in principal meetings.

• Participate in the development and administration of the special education department budget to support Questar III programs and services, and ensure resources are used efficiently and effectively.

• Develop, oversee, and manage the Universal and Targeted Pre-K programs' operations and budgets and ensure resources are managed efficiently and effectively.

• Coordinate a successful Extended School Year program including the development and management of the budget.

• Assist the Assistant Superintendent for Exceptional and Early Learning Programs with the acquisition of materials, supplies and equipment to support programs and services as part of the budget management process.

• Assist the Assistant Superintendent of Exceptional and Early Learning to design, adapt and implement department procedures to ensure successful delivery of programs, ensure compliance and improve services to students.

• Work closely with the Assistant Superintendent for Exceptional and Early Learning Programs and with principals to develop a successful curriculum, incorporating high expectations, literacy, and the promotion of student learning for all students.

• Ensure maintenance of student records for accurate district billing in areas of responsibility.

• Assist in the recruitment of personnel in coordination with the Assistant Superintendent for Exceptional and Early Learning Programs and Human Resources.

• Work closely with the Assistant Superintendent for Exceptional and Early Learning Programs to ensure that there are effective communications and strong collaborative working relationships within the instructional programs, as well as with school districts, including special education and other district personnel, and parents or guardians of special education and prekindergarten students; NYSED and other regional / local agencies.

• Lead, support, assist, plan and deliver professional development for special education and early learning staff that will ensure that staff can meet the differentiated instructional needs of all learners.

• Work closely with the Assistant Superintendent for Exceptional and Early Learning Programs to ensure the effective and efficient operations of all special education and early learning classes within Rensselaer, Columbia, and Greene counties.

• Oversee and construct Targeted Pre-K Grant and any associated NYSED reports.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Exceptional and Early Learning.

Title - Accountant

Location - Castleton-On-Hudson, NY 

Intro

Here at Questar III BOCES, we believe in changing lives, realizing dreams and doing together what can’t be done alone.  Our vision is that of creating a student-centered culture and putting students first. Our core values include a commitment to excellence by honing our craftsmanship to deliver high-quality work, a commitment to leadership & service by moving the organization, departments and school districts forward by exceeding client expectations, and a commitment to innovation by creating programs and services to address client needs AND by continuously improving our programs and operations.  We believe that organizational excellence is best achieved when leadership is reflective of our diverse society.

About the Job

Questar III BOCES has a full-time 12-month Accountant position available located at our Central Office in Castleton, NY. The ideal candidate will assist the Business Office team in managing all financial accounting functions of the BOCES business operation, within the general fund, special aid fund, trust and agency fund, capital fund, and other accounts of the organization. Duties include preparing financial reports, bank reconciliations, cash receipts, journal entries, grants reporting, billing, assisting with year end audits and other tasks as assigned by the Business Manager.  

Responsibilities:

• Performs general accounting and other related duties for the organization.

• Maintains the general ledger.

• Codes invoices, sets up new accounts, reconciles accounts, and closes the monthly books.

• Reconciles monthly bank accounts and accounts receivable collections.

• Provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit.

• Grant’s Reporting to various State and Federal Agencies.

• Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Knowledge of general financial accounting and accounting.

• Understanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.

• Ability to correctly prepare reports.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, and accounting software.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and at least two (2) years of accounting experience required OR

• Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, business administration or related field with a minimum of 18 semester credit hours in Accounting with four (4) years of accounting experience accepted.

• Experience with account reconciliations, billing, journal entries and performing financial audits. 

PLEASE NOTE:  Columbia County Civil Service residency requirements will apply (must be a resident of Albany, Rensselaer, Columbia, Greene, Ulster or Dutchess County at time of hire). 

Job Description
 

Questar III BOCES has a vacancy for a full-time State Aid Planning Operations Manager located at our central office in Castleton, NY.  This position is responsible for supporting and assisting the State Planning office with daily communications, customer service, maintaining school district data, and workshop/conference coordination.  Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.   Qualified applicants must meet Columbia County Civil Service minimum qualifications and residency requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:  Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma and either:

1. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in public or Business Administration, Government, or a closely related field, and two (2) years of office experience with a public agency or private business involving computer applications using word processing, databases, and spreadsheet applications;              OR
2. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate’s Degree in Public or Business Administration, or a closely related field and four (4) years of office experience with a public agency or private business involving computer applications using word processing, databases, and spreadsheet applications;         OR
3. An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of A and B above.

For more information on Questar III BOCES and our programs, please visit www.questar.org.

Columbia County Civil Service residency requirements will apply (must be a resident of Albany, Rensselaer, Columbia, Greene, Ulster or Dutchess County at time of hire).  Questar III offers a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package, including enrollment in the NYS Employees Retirement Pension System.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Questar III BOCES has a full-time opening for the position of Senior Clerk to support our Central Office in Castleton, NY.  Responsibilities will include scheduling and tracking meetings, budget management, such as processing purchase orders, and other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.  The successful candidate must possess excellent organizational and customer service skills, as well as have excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office. They should be able to multitask in a busy office work environment.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

High School Diploma with at least one year of clerical / administrative support experience. (Per Civil Service requirements).

Please apply by emailing your resume to employment@questar.org.

As a public employer, Questar III follows Columbia County Civil Service and residency requirements will apply (must be a resident of Albany, Rensselaer, Columbia, Greene, Ulster, or Dutchess County to be considered).  The successful applicant would be given a provisional appointment and be required to take a civil service exam once it is announced.

Questar III offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including enrollment in the NYS Employees Retirement System (ERS).   

This is a great opportunity -- don't miss out -- apply now!

Salary commensurate with experience - $34,119 - $45,746

Interested candidates should email resume with cover letter to employment@questar.org.  Be sure to include Senior Clerk - School Improvement in the subject line of your email.  For more information on Questar III BOCES and our programs, please visit www.questar.org.

Questar III BOCES announces a full-time vacancy for a Computer Services Specialist I to support Questar III and component school districts. This position provides technical support in coordinating the purchase, installation, configuration, and maintenance of computer-related hardware, software, and associated peripherals (e.g., phone systems, printers, copiers, scanners, etc.).

• Provides end-user training to employees on workstation-related applications (e.g., MS Office), employer-provided technologies (e.g., email, calendaring & scheduling, VPN Remote access, wireless, etc.) and related employer usage guidelines, policies & or procedures
• Other duties as assigned
• Preferred applicants will have experience providing large-scale deployments of new software/hardware, and experience managing and troubleshooting both Microsoft and Apple platforms
• Experience with school information systems, database software and processes, and data migrations.  Also, K-12 school technology and work experience is a plus

Requirements:

• 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 in Computer Science, Computer Technology, or a related field; OR
• Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and 4 years of experience in computer operations and related peripherals; OR
• An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above.

Questar III offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including enrollment in the NYS Employees Retirement System (ERS)

For more information on Questar III BOCES, please visit www.questar.org

Job Summary:

Questar III BOCES announces an exciting opportunity for a per diem Leadership Coach in our agency. This position will work with a variety of stakeholders and be responsible for the research, review, and preparation of grant proposals for funding to support our work. The Leadership Coach (K-12 Education) is responsible for providing coaching, mentorship, and professional development to school and district leaders. This role aims to enhance leadership capacity, improve instructional practices, and support school improvement efforts. The Leadership Coach works closely with principals, assistant principals, and other educational leaders to foster a culture of continuous growth and excellence in K-12 schools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one and group coaching to school leaders to enhance their leadership skills and instructional effectiveness.
• Support leaders in strategic planning, goal-setting, and implementation of best practices in education.
• Assist in analyzing school performance data to drive informed decision-making and improvement strategies.
• Stay up to date with the latest educational leadership trends, policies, and best practices.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and thought partner to educational leaders, fostering a growth mindset and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in educational leadership, such as a principal, assistant principal, or district administrator.
• Strong knowledge of instructional strategies, curriculum development, and school improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze data and apply it to leadership development and school improvement efforts.
• Experience designing and delivering professional development for school leaders.

This is a per diem position at a rate of $400.00 per day.

Job Description:

Questar III BOCES has a full-time opening for the position of Senior Clerk to support our Central Office in Castleton, NY. 

Responsibilities:

• Responsibilities will include visitor management, managing our main phone switchboard for incoming phone calls
• Scheduling and tracking meetings, including those for our conference rooms
• Budget management support for specific departments, such as processing purchase orders, and other tasks as assigned by the supervisor
• A successful candidate must possess excellent organizational and customer service skills, as well as have excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Should be able to multitask in a busy office work environment

Requirements: 

• High School Diploma with at least one year of clerical / administrative support experience. (Per Civil Service requirements).

PLEASE NOTE: This is a public sector position and applicants need to be able to meet Columbia County Civil Service residency requirements (must be a resident of Albany, Rensselaer, Columbia, Greene, Ulster or Dutchess County at time of hire). 

Questar III offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including enrollment in the NYS Employees Retirement System (ERS).   

Title - Communication Specialist

Location - Castleton-On-Hudson, NY 

Intro

Here at Questar III BOCES, we believe in changing lives, realizing dreams and doing together what can’t be done alone.  Our vision is that of creating a student-centered culture and putting students first. Our core values include a commitment to excellence by honing our craftsmanship to deliver high-quality work, a commitment to leadership & service by moving the organization, departments and school districts forward by exceeding client expectations, and a commitment to innovation by creating programs and services to address client needs AND by continuously improving our programs and operations.  We believe that organizational excellence is best achieved when leadership is reflective of our diverse society.

About the Job

Questar III BOCES is seeking a full-time Communications Specialist (Civil Service title: Public Information Specialist) to provide onsite support to school districts in Rensselaer, Columbia, and/or Greene Counties. This position is responsible for internal and external communications with an emphasis on writing press releases, social media posts, web content creation (photography and video), writing newsletters, recording and editing a podcast, and more. Since this role is responsible for writing the majority of the content that is sent to parents, staff and the media, writing is a key component, and as a result, we are seeking a detail-oriented communicator who can comfortably craft, report, edit, and engage with the community. The ideal candidate can comfortably interact with staff, students, and leadership in person, and deliver content that is relevant and concise for our larger audience at hand.

Responsibilities:

• Develops and maintains a positive public image for the organization through public-facing communications and/or executes written content strategies to release information on the organization.

• Writes, reviews, and/or distributes press releases and other public-facing communication. Responds to information requests from media contacts.

• Based on assessment, drafts and proposes communications campaigns, which may include social and online media, print media, and other multimedia.

• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with school district personnel to develop a wide variety of communications for websites, social media, the media, and publications.

• Creates Photo/Video Content as per creative briefs provided by department lead.

• Arranges interviews for executives and management as part of special projects.  Edits documents for web and print publication.

Minimum Requirements:

• Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS-registered college or university with a bachelor's degree in media technology, journalism, communi­cations, public affairs, public relations, marketing, English or closely related field;  OR

• Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS-registered two-year college or university with an associate's degree in media technology, jour­nalism, communications, public affairs, public relations, marketing, English or closely related field and two years of experience in public relations, advertising, communi­cation relations, publicity, public information or journalism;  OR

• Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and four years of experience as described in (b) above;  OR

• An equivalent combination of training and experience as outlined by the limits of (A), (B), and (C) above

• Basic knowledge of, or a willingness to learn, photography, videography, and graphic design

Columbia County Civil Service residency requirements will apply (must be a resident of Albany, Rensselaer, Columbia, Greene, Ulster or Dutchess County at time of hire). 

Questar III BOCES offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including enrollment in the New York State Employees Retirement Pension System.  For more information on Questar III BOCES, please visit www.questar.org.

Job Description

Questar III BOCES is seeking an experienced, dynamic individual to fill the position of Dual Language Program Support Specialist, Capital District Regional Bilingual Education Resource Network (CD RBERN). CD RBERN at Questar III serves several counties in northeastern New York, providing technical assistance and professional development to districts/schools in order to improve instructional practices and educational outcomes of students who are English Language Learners (ELLs). The RBERN is funded through a contract awarded by the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

Responsibilities:

• Coaching and modeling best practices for Dual Language and ENL teachers
• Presenting and training on national trends, guiding principles and best practices in Dual Language program development
• Implementation and evaluation; assisting with the management of professional development calendars and the CD RBERN website
• Disseminating ENL and Dual Language specific information and resources to stakeholders within the CD RBERN service area
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• NYS teaching certification in ESOL (all grades) OR
• Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2) OR
• Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) with a Bilingual Education Extension, five (5) years of successful teaching and/or coaching experience in an educational setting
• Oral and written proficiency in Spanish and English
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities with a collaborative and team-oriented mindset
• Preferred applicants will have experience in educational research and improvement initiatives specific to Dual Language program implementation

Please visit www.rbern.org and for Questar III BOCES www.questar.org.

Job Description

Questar III BOCES is seeking a full-time, bilingual Administrative Assistant for the Angelo Del Toro Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute (PR/HYLI), based at our Central Office in Castleton, NY. This position plays a key role in supporting the operation of the PR/HYLI program, contributing to its overall success.

The Angelo Del Toro Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute (PR/HYLI) is a dynamic partnership with the NYS Assembly Puerto Rican/Hispanic Task Force, SOMOS, Inc., the Office of Bilingual Education and World Languages, the New York State Education Department, New York City Public Schools, and other agencies. The goal of the PR/HYLI program is to empower students and foster the next generation of young leaders. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students.

• Responsibilities:
• Provide ongoing Spanish language support
• Perform clerical office management duties
• Support office program directors with various administrative tasks
• Assist with budget management
• Assist in the coordination of large-scale events
• Other duties as assigned
• Requirements:

• Must be bilingual in Spanish (both written and spoken)
• Preferred candidates will have an A.A.S. degree in Spanish or Bilingual Studies or equivalent
• Minimum of two years of clerical experience in an office environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and other technology applications
• Experience in customer service and/or hospitality is a plus

Travel: 10%

If you are dedicated to supporting student empowerment and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply below!  

For more information on Questar III BOCES and our programs, please visit www.questar.org.

*Civil Service residency requirements may apply

Starting immediately - Questar III BOCES has a full-time probationary vacancy (10-month plus 20 day schedule) for a Model Schools Specialist based out of our Central Office in Castleton, NY.  This position will provide leadership in the area of instructional technology integration for Questar III component school districts. 

Responsibilities:

• Embedded professional development on integrating technology in the classroom
• Supporting teachers and administration in techniques and programs
• Supporting student learning through technology;  coaching, modeling, teaching
• Works with teachers in formal training workshops, small groups and one-to-one settings
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• NYS Teacher certification and a minimum 5 years of teaching experience required
• Experience providing professional development preferred

Qualified applicants must have thorough knowledge of multiple instructional technology platforms, including but not limited to: Windows, Apple, Office, Google, mobile devices and classroom assistive technology

For more information on Questar III BOCES. please visit www.questar.org.

Job Description

Questar III BOCES is accepting applications for Substitute Teachers and Substitute Teaching Assistants in our Special Education programs, as well as our Career and Technical Education Programs.  

Requirements:

• Candidates interested in becoming a substitute must have at least high school diploma or equivalent and a desire to work with special education and career and technical education students
• In accordance with SAVE Legislation a fingerprint  background check is required for the position

For more information on Questar III BOCES, please visit www.questar.org.

Salary: $125/day

Questar III BOCES has an immediate opening for the Director of Health and Safety at our Central Office Location. This position is responsible for the oversight of the Health and Safety Service which provides a multitude of safety services to the BOCES and school districts both inside and outside of our regions.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Maintains a comprehensive health, safety, and risk management program for the BOCES and schools in compliance with Federal, State and local regulations.
• Extensive knowledge of NYS Fire Code and prevention; NYS Education Department regulations, including current school safety standards and best practices ; hazardous materials management; related environmental regulations; workplace hazards and mitigation strategies; accident investigation; OSHA safety standards and related plans
• Acts as the liaison with Federal, State, local and private agencies on health and safety matters
• Establishes cooperative working relationships with participating school districts and other agencies
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules
• Ability to develop and conduct health and safety procedure training programs
• Conducts safety inspections and audits to assess employee compliance with safety regulations.
• Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Strong supervisory, leadership, and vision qualities are a must

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EITHER;

a) Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS registered college or university with a Bachelor's degree and two years of experience in occupational safety and health programming or related field;

OR

b) Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS registered college or university with an Associate's degree and four years experience as described in (a) above;

OR

c) Eight years of experience as described in (a).

Interested candidates should email resume with cover letter to employment@questar.org.  Be sure to include Director of Health and Safety in the subject line of your email.  For more information on Questar III BOCES and our programs, please visit www.questar.org.

Questar III BOCES is seeking a dedicated Education Finance Analyst to join our team. This position is responsible for providing Special Education Aid support to client school districts and the BOCES.

Key responsibilities include:

•           Serving as the frontline resource to client school districts and BOCES for questions and technical requests related to the STAC (System to Track and Account for Children) process, Excess Cost Aid, and Claiming State Aid for Students with Disabilities.

•           Assisting with the coordination and development of presentations, training sessions, and meetings, including scheduling and creating presentation materials using spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software.

•           Supporting and maintaining the Special Education Aid Assistance Service client contact database and special education listserv.

•           Preparing related reports as necessary.

Qualifications:

•           Strong proficiency in using spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software.

•           Excellent communication and organizational skills, with an emphasis on customer service

•           Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders

Bachelor’s degree in business management or education preferred. Associate's degree and one year of work experience within data management systems, spreadsheet applications, or Special Education software. Candidates with a high school diploma and three years of work experience working within data management systems may also be considered. Preferred candidates will have a working understanding of the Special Education, STAC process and possess strong communication skills.