New Jersey Department of Education
Planning Associate 1 School/Education Programs
New Jersey Department of Education, Trenton, New Jersey, us, 08628
Notice of Vacancy
Reference Number : DOE-035-25
Title : Planning Associate 1 School/Education Programs
Range/Title Code : P26/72630
Salary : $80,755.57 - $118,678.17
Position Number:
952204 Issue Date : 10/23/2025 Closing Date : 11/20/2025 Core Hours of Operation
7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Location : Trenton, New Jersey Division : Educational Services, Office of Fiscal & Data Services Description
Under of the direction of a supervisor in the Office of Fiscal and Data Services, assists in analyzing, developing, and maintaining operating and grants-in-aid budgets for state, federal, and other funding sources; Assists in analyzing management systems and financial controls; Assists in developing education programming by conducting analyses and evaluation of educational programs, surveys, needs assessments, and program fiscal data related to state and federal formula and discretionary grant applications and allocations; And/or assists in monitoring all financial areas for school districts; Performs mandated regulatory functions. This position ensures the New Jersey Department of Education meets its monitoring obligations under Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), combining compliance oversight with technical assistance to help school districts navigate complex federal rules; and performs other related work as required.
Requirements
Education Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Public Administration, Educational Administration, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field. Note: Possession of a valid Certificate as a Certified Public Accountant issued by the New Jersey State Board of Certified Public Accountants may be substituted for the Master's degree. Experience Three (3) years of professional experience in school business management/accounting or private sector budgeting, accounting, or auditing. Preferred Education/Experience Knowledge of accounting practices in education; New Jersey school district accounting practices; General Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS); Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200); Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); Federal grants. Employee Benefits
As a NJ State Department, NJDOE offers a comprehensive benefits package including: • Pension • Deferred Compensation • Health (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) • Tuition Reimbursement* • Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA) • 13 paid holidays • Benefit Leave (vacation days, sick days and administrative leave days) • Telework* • Alternate Work Week Program*
*Pursuant to Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines. Open to the Following
In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment. Applicants must meet the open competitive requirements listed on the job specification on file at the Civil Service Commission. You may access the job specification through the Civil Service Commission's website info.csc.nj.gov/jobspec/72630.htm. Interested candidates may apply via:
https://www.nj.gov/education/careers/
Authorization to Work Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States according to the Department of Homeland Security, United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement regulations. Note: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorships for work visas. SAME Applicants
If you are applying under the NJ "SAME" program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME Program, visit their website at: nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, email: [email protected], or call the Civil Service Commission at (609)-292-4144, option 3. EOE/AA Statement
The New Jersey State Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has an Affirmative Action Program, and will not discriminate against any person because of race, creed, religion, color, national origin/nationality, ancestry, age, sex/gender (including pregnancy), marital status/civil union partnership, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic partnership status, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, disability, (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), or liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, and is committed to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
952204 Issue Date : 10/23/2025 Closing Date : 11/20/2025 Core Hours of Operation
7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Location : Trenton, New Jersey Division : Educational Services, Office of Fiscal & Data Services Description
Under of the direction of a supervisor in the Office of Fiscal and Data Services, assists in analyzing, developing, and maintaining operating and grants-in-aid budgets for state, federal, and other funding sources; Assists in analyzing management systems and financial controls; Assists in developing education programming by conducting analyses and evaluation of educational programs, surveys, needs assessments, and program fiscal data related to state and federal formula and discretionary grant applications and allocations; And/or assists in monitoring all financial areas for school districts; Performs mandated regulatory functions. This position ensures the New Jersey Department of Education meets its monitoring obligations under Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), combining compliance oversight with technical assistance to help school districts navigate complex federal rules; and performs other related work as required.
Requirements
Education Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Public Administration, Educational Administration, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field. Note: Possession of a valid Certificate as a Certified Public Accountant issued by the New Jersey State Board of Certified Public Accountants may be substituted for the Master's degree. Experience Three (3) years of professional experience in school business management/accounting or private sector budgeting, accounting, or auditing. Preferred Education/Experience Knowledge of accounting practices in education; New Jersey school district accounting practices; General Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS); Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200); Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); Federal grants. Employee Benefits
As a NJ State Department, NJDOE offers a comprehensive benefits package including: • Pension • Deferred Compensation • Health (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) • Tuition Reimbursement* • Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA) • 13 paid holidays • Benefit Leave (vacation days, sick days and administrative leave days) • Telework* • Alternate Work Week Program*
*Pursuant to Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines. Open to the Following
In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment. Applicants must meet the open competitive requirements listed on the job specification on file at the Civil Service Commission. You may access the job specification through the Civil Service Commission's website info.csc.nj.gov/jobspec/72630.htm. Interested candidates may apply via:
https://www.nj.gov/education/careers/
Authorization to Work Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States according to the Department of Homeland Security, United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement regulations. Note: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorships for work visas. SAME Applicants
If you are applying under the NJ "SAME" program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME Program, visit their website at: nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, email: [email protected], or call the Civil Service Commission at (609)-292-4144, option 3. EOE/AA Statement
The New Jersey State Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has an Affirmative Action Program, and will not discriminate against any person because of race, creed, religion, color, national origin/nationality, ancestry, age, sex/gender (including pregnancy), marital status/civil union partnership, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic partnership status, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, disability, (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), or liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, and is committed to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.