Gender Violence Prevention Specialist 1 - VID 216509

Date Posted:

05/20/26

Applications Due:

06/05/26

Vacancy ID:

216509 Position Information NY HELPNo AgencyDomestic Violence, Office for the Prevention of TitleGender Violence Prevention Specialist 1 - VID 216509 Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers Salary Grade18 Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary RangeFrom $66951 to $85138 Annually Employment TypeFull-Time Appointment TypePermanent Jurisdictional ClassNon-competitive Class Travel Percentage10% Schedule WorkweekMon-Fri Hours Per Week37.5 Workday From9 AM To5 PM Flextime allowed?

No Mandatory overtime?

No Compressed workweek allowed?

No Telecommuting allowed?

Yes Location CountyAlbany Street Address80 South Swan Street CityAlbany StateNY Zip Code12210 Job Specifics Duties DescriptionThis position is in the Executive Office of the New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV). The incumbent will provide in-depth research, monitoring and evaluation, and policy expertise to units across the Office, as well as support OPDV's statutory responsibilities as the data clearinghouse for New York State data related to domestic violence and gender-based violence. The incumbent will work closely with OPDV initiatives such as the Enough is Enough program, SAFE Funds program, and Services & Advocacy for Help Seekers. They will support data collection, analysis, reporting, and assist in researching best practices for broader agency initiatives. Duties include but may not be limited to:

• Determine priorities for programs relating to domestic and gender-based violence training and prevention education.
• Provide technical assistance to state and community agencies in the preparation and development of family and gender-based violence training or prevention programs.
• Develop curricula and training materials, conduct gender-based and family violence prevention training, and collect and evaluate relevant data including films, tapes, curricula, training materials, journal articles, and other literature.
• Assist in the development of public education materials, publications, web pages, and public awareness campaigns.
• Prepare grant proposals.
• Evaluate and analyze training success.
• Facilitate special projects and assignments as needed. Minimum QualificationsSix 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.

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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:

• Experience in the field of gender-based violence prevention and response.
• Experience with compiling data from multiple sources, analyzing such data, and communicating about your analysis with multiple stakeholders.
• Proficiency with software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, Tableau, R, and survey tools such as Alchemer or Microsoft Forms.
• Knowledge of issues pertaining to gender-based violence and the service delivery system for victims of gender-based violence.
• Strong writing, speaking, organizational, computer, and interpersonal skills.

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 CommentsNOTE:

• Travel may be required (approximately 10%), including during evening and weekends, depending on mission and assignment.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Driver's License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle is required or otherwise demonstrate the capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.

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 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 NameHuman Resources/JHG Telephone518-473-5282 Fax518-486-1631 Email AddressHRresumes@ogs.ny Address StreetNYS Office of General Services, HRM 31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza CityAlbany StateNY Zip Code12242 Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter to HRresumes@ogs.ny detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications along with the month/year and, if less than full time, the average hours worked per week for each position listed. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.