Program Specialist I - Professional Development

Program Specialist I – Professional Development Job ID: 3719 Position Type: Administrative – Educational Administrator/Program Specialist Date Posted: 6/24/2026 Date Available: 09/01/2026 Closing Date: 07/15/2026 Description Nassau BOCES is seeking a 12‑month Program Specialist I to support and expand SEED Academy, our Agency-wide professional learning initiative serving both instructional and non‑instructional staff. The successful candidate will design, deliver, and support high‑quality professional learning that strengthens technology use, staff productivity, instructional effectiveness, and organizational efficiency. This role requires collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners, the ability to align training to staff roles and agency priorities, and a commitment to data‑informed professional development with measurable outcomes. The Program Specialist I will also remain current on emerging technologies, instructional trends, adult learning practices, and policies related to data privacy and professional development. Requirements New York State Education Department Certification: School District Administrator (SDA) or School District Leader (SDL) Experience supporting instructional and non‑instructional staff through face‑to‑face, hybrid, and virtual professional learning aligned with the effective use of technology Proven ability to design and deliver staff training on current digital tools and technology trends, including artificial intelligence, Microsoft Office productivity tools, instructional technologies, student information systems, and related platforms Demonstrated understanding of data security, privacy regulations, and agency policies Excellent coaching, interpersonal, written, verbal, and communication skills Knowledge of adult learning theory and differentiated professional learning approaches Ability to travel throughout Nassau County Non‑Discrimination Statement The Nassau BOCES offers employment and educational opportunities without regard to age, color, creed, disability, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, race, religion (including religious practice and/or expression), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation or victim of domestic violence status. In accordance with Federal law, the Nassau BOCES shall provide equal facility access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Nassau BOCES shall not discriminate or take any retaliatory action against an employee with respect to compensation, terms, conditions or privileges of employment because of the employee's or dependent's reproductive health decision‑making. Additional information is available by contacting the following individuals: Sammy Gergis, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources & Education Management, Department of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io and/or Mark Raimondi, Assistant Director, Department of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io. For further information, please see Policies 0100 Equal Opportunity and Non‑Discrimination; 0110 Sexual Harassment and 0115 Dignity for All Students Act. A complete version of the Non‑Discrimination Statement and the Policy Manual are available on the Nassau BOCES website at #J-18808-Ljbffr Nassau BOCES