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How to Complete the NYC 175 Op Form

The NYC OP-175 form is required for all NYC Department of Education employees seeking per session work. Officially named the Application for Per Session Employment and Claim for Retention Rights, this document is governed by Chancellor's Regulation C-175. It must be submitted and approved before any per session activity begins, covering the 400-hour annual cap, retention rights claims, mandatory site-based clocking, and supervisor pre-approval.

Key provisions of Chancellor's Regulation C-175 that the OP-175 form enforces:

• 400-hour annual cap: No per session employee may work more than 400 total hours per year across all positions combined. A written waiver must be secured before reaching this cap if additional hours are needed. The waiver request goes through the district per session office and must be approved before the employee reaches the 400-hour threshold.
• Retention rights: Employees who held the same per session position for two consecutive school years may claim retention rights on this form, giving them priority consideration for continued placement. Retention rights apply to the specific program and school, not transferable to other locations.
• Mandatory clocking: All per session workers must clock in and out at the designated work site. Compensation for work performed at home is prohibited under the regulation. Falsifying time records is a terminable offense under DOE policy.
• Prior approval required: The completed OP-175 must be reviewed and signed by the Per Session Program Supervisor before any work begins. Working without approval is a policy violation that may result in the forfeiture of all hours worked.
• Documentation requirements: Applicants must provide their Employee ID (CFN number), the program name, and the school or district office. Supporting documentation for retention rights claims, such as prior-year approval letters, should be attached to the form.

The supervisor review process is a critical step. After the employee completes and signs the Declaration section, the Per Session Program Supervisor must sign Part 2 before the employee starts any work. The signed form is then filed with the school's administrative office. Copies may be requested by the district per session coordinator for record-keeping purposes. Employees are advised to keep a signed copy for their own records.

NYC DOE employees often need related documents when submitting the OP-175. The NYC Form OP-175W is the companion waiver request for employees approaching the 400-hour limit. For payroll and HR documentation, see the DOE 403(b) and DOE OHR 300-001 forms. Browse a full library of employment forms for NYC DOE staff at FormsPal.