MANAGER 2, EDUCATION
Career Family: MANAGER
As an unclassified state title, Manager 2, Education is filled by appointment, and its published pay band is more of a guide than a fixed grade.
It expects a master's degree and 4 years of relevant experience. Pay on the FY2026 schedule runs $97,100 to $143,176.
How to apply
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No examThis title is not filled by examination
Non-competitive, unclassified, and Senior Executive Service titles are appointed directly by the hiring agency rather than through a civil service exam. Apply directly to the agency below.
Pay ladder: Manager series
- Manager 4, Waste Management — $106,547 – $157,363
- Manager 1 Insurance — $116,962 – $172,991
- Manager 2 Insurance — $116,962 – $172,991
- Manager 3 Fiscal Resources — $128,443 – $190,161
Its top salary lands around the 81st percentile of all NJ civil service titles that publish a range.
Rungs are ordered by FY2026 pay. NJ level numbers are not always sequential, so ordering follows salary rather than the title number.
Official job specification
The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator.
Definition
Under general direction of an administrative official in the Department of Education, manages a single objective program or unit. This includes the development, planning, organization, and supervision of goals, policies, procedures, and work processes of the program and staff; does other related duties as required.
Examples of work
Manages the activities of the program and staff; sets goals; makes plans and unit policies; implements work programs. Administers and interprets applicable federal and/or state laws and regulations. Prepares reports and studies containing findings and recommendations for the review, information, and assistance of supervisors. Compiles and summarizes statistical and other data for reports. Recommends, administers, and monitors the program or unit budget; reviews and recommends approval or disapproval of requests for expenditures. Manages the work operations and/or functional programs and has responsibility for effectively recommending the hiring, firing, promoting, demoting and/or disciplining of employees. Recommends personnel actions within the program or unit including promotions, hiring and disciplinary actions in accordance with department policies and state regulations. Evaluates program goals, operations, and performances; as required, develops and implements alternative procedures to improve performance and meet the program objectives. Consults with and seeks approval from the administrative official on unusual problems or policy matters, particularly when the result of decisions impact significantly on other department programs. Establishes and maintains communication and cooperative working relationships with local education administrators, county offices, faculty, and staff; government and private agencies; and/or the public to accomplish the objectives of the program or unit. Maintains integrity and appropriate confidentiality in department and program operations. Develops public relations materials relating to the program or unit. Represents the department at conferences, seminars, or meetings as required. Initiates and plans conferences, seminars, and workshops as needed. Prepares and supervises the preparation of detailed correspondence. Serves on ad-hoc and standing committees as required. Supervises the maintenance of essential records and files. Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information system used by the agency, office, or related units.
Education
Graduation from an accredited college with a master's degree in education or a field related to the area of assignment.
Experience
Four (4) years of experience in education or other field that is directly related to the functions of the assigned position, including two (2) years in an administrative or supervisory capacity.
License
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge of the program or unit purpose, goals, and objectives. Knowledge of modern management principles. Knowledge of the laws and regulations which impact on the program. Knowledge of education philosophy goals and organization in education. Knowledge of the education system and the function of institutions of learning. Knowledge of the principles of budget planning, development, and administration. Knowledge of the principles of organization and personnel management. Knowledge of the policies and procedures in education. Ability to manage a state level program or unit, including setting goals, planning, and implementing work programs, and developing policies and procedures. Ability to evaluate program or unit performance and develop alternative methods to improve performance and meet established objectives. Ability to develop and administer procedures to ensure appropriate confidentiality of program records and activities. Ability to manage assigned staff and plan, organize, and implement projects within the unit. Ability to establish cooperative working relationships and coordinate programs with the other office or organizations that impact on or relate to the work of the program or unit. Ability to establish cooperative working relationships with supervisors and staff. Ability to develop, administer, and monitor the program or unit budget. Ability to develop and recommend unit policies. Ability to prepare and/or direct the preparation of clear reports and studies that include findings and recommendations. Ability to prepare clear and detailed correspondence. Ability to speak in public. Ability to represent the department at conferences, seminars, or meetings. Ability to organize and administer conferences, seminars, or meetings. Ability to supervise and/or maintain essential records and files. Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
Note
The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
CERTIFICATION
As determined by the appointing authority, appointees may be required to possess a valid Standard Certificate or Supervisor Certificate issued by the Board of Examiners of the New Jersey Department of Education.