Health Program Administrator or Trainee

About the Role

The Health Program Administrator (HPA) will communicate with external stakeholders such as local health departments, healthcare providers, schools and childcare centers about the New York State immunization requirements. This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. Two-year traineeship leading to a G18. This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.

Key Responsibilities

• Review school records for compliance with Public Health Law Section 2164, 2165 and 2167.
• Consult the New York State Immunization Information System as needed.
• Communicate audit findings, remedial interventions and corrective action verbally and in writing to schools and childcare centers.
• Maintain and track school correspondence and documents.
• Provide technical assistance and education to providers, parents, schools and childcare centers via phone and/or email.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• New York State Immunization Information System
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Internet search capabilities
• Multiple databases

Qualifications

Permanent Transfer Candidates:

• Current Department of Health (DOH) employee with permanent or contingent-permanent status as a Health Program Administrator (G18).
• Current NYS employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive service in a title eligible to transfer under Section 52.6, Section 70.1, or Section 70.4 of the Civil Service Law to a Health Program Administrator (G18), Health Program Administrator Trainee 1 (NS), or Health Program Administrator Trainee 2 (NS).

Public Candidates:

• Active list candidate on the New York State Department of Civil Service’s Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) eligible list #26-570 with a score of 100 or higher.

NY HELPS Program Candidates:

• Health Program Administrator Trainee 1: Four years of experience in the administration, supervision, and oversight of agency programs, including but not limited to the design, implementation, administration, management, operation, and assessment of program effectiveness.
• Health Program Administrator Trainee 2: Five years of experience in the administration, supervision, and oversight of agency programs, including but not limited to the design, implementation, administration, management, operation, and assessment of program effectiveness.
• Health Program Administrator: Six years of experience in the administration, supervision, and oversight of agency programs, including but not limited to the design, implementation, administration, management, operation, and assessment of program effectiveness.

Substitutions for all levels:

• An associate degree may substitute for two years of experience.
• A bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of experience.
• A master’s degree may substitute for five years of experience.
• A doctorate may substitute for six years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An advanced degree in public health, public administration, or similar fields of study.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills to conduct internet searches and utilize multiple databases as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and customer service skills with special attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret communication from the public and others.

Additional Comments:

• This position requires candidates to provide accurate and clear descriptions of their experience demonstrating how they meet the minimum qualifications.
• No examination is required.
• Transfer candidates may be asked for SSN to verify title history and eligibility.
• We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package.
• The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live.
• The NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.