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Education Credentials Specialist Trainee 1, G-13
Occupation Group
Human Resources and Training
Salary Information
Starting Salary
$46,529
Career Ladder Information
| Title | Grade | Hiring Rate/yr | Job Rate/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Educ Credentials Specialist Trainee 1 | 14 | $53,764 | $68,630 |
| Educ Credentials Specialist Trainee 2 | 16 | $59,994 | $76,359 |
| Educ Credentials Specialist 1 | 18 | $66,951 | $85,138 |
| Educ Credentials Specialist 2 | 23 | $86,681 | $109,650 |
| Educ Credentials Specialist 3 | 27 | $106,898 | $131,665 |
All salary grades for trainees titles are non-statutory (NS) equated to the salary grade identified. These grade equations apply to the starting salaries in their respective salary schedule for the traineeship levels.
Job Description
Education Credentials Specialists review and evaluate applications for professional licenses, teaching certificates, or related credentials for compliance with State requirements. Employees provide information on laws and regulations pertaining that function to various parties; and research out-of-state educational programs to evaluate their equivalency to standards.
Trainees will receive a combination of structured training, on-the-job training, and/or practical job performance to gain the knowledge and experience necessary to function at the full performance level.
Agencies with this Title
Minimum Qualifications
You must meet the requirements below to qualify for this title.
A Bachelor's or higher degree.
Advanced Placement
If chosen, you may, at the agency's discretion, be appointed to a higher level. You must inform the agency of any additional qualifications at your interview.
View Additional Qualifications
For Trainee 2 you must also have:
Either 1. One year of professional experience in human resources developing job standards and assessing applicant qualifications; OR
2. One year of professional experience evaluating educational or professional credentials for individuals or institutions.
For the Full Performance Level you must also have:
Either 1. Two years of professional experience in human resources developing job standards and assessing applicant qualifications; OR
2. Two years of professional experience evaluating educational or professional credentials for individuals or institutions.
How to Apply
The November 2022 PCO Examination is closed, applications are no longer being accepted