Program Coordinator I (Metropolitan Area)

Applications to be submitted by August 12, 2026

Compensation Grade:

P23

Compensation Details:

Minimum: $90,320.00 - Maximum: $90,320.00 Annually

Positions with a designated work location in New York City, Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties will receive a $4,000 annual downstate adjustment (pro-rated for part-time positions).

Department

(OPH) Office of Public Health

Job Description:

Responsibilities

The Program Coordinator I (Metropolitan Area) will coordinate outreach and technical assistance activities in support of public health workforce awareness in the Metropolitan Area Region (i.e., 10 counties and the Metropolitan Area Regional Office (MARO)). This includes supporting initiatives such as K-12 engagement, apprenticeships, fellowships, externships and internships in collaboration with local health departments (LHDs), academic institutions and other regional, state, local and community -based partners. Duties include establishing and maintaining relationships with the LHDs, K-12  programs, institutions of higher education, and other workforce partners in the 10 counties of the Metropolitan Area; working with LHDs and community-based partners to design and establish internships, fellowships and externship opportunities, and providing ongoing support to the LHDs as they implement these programs; coordinating and providing technical assistance support to partners and participants including providing training; coordinating the development and maintenance of memoranda of understanding with public health institutions of higher education in the region; maintaining an up-to-date inventory of participants and their placements; communicating regularly and providing ongoing support to host organizations, supervisors and participants, including identifying current gaps and areas for continuous quality improvement; creating and providing oversight for professional development programming for participants; promoting public health workforce awareness programs in the region including at career fairs and community events; and other appropriate related duties.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years of experience in program coordination; OR an Associate’s degree in a related field and five years of such experience; OR seven years of such experience. At least one year of the experience must have included supervision of staff and/or program management. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of the general experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working on public health program planning, design, implementation, and evaluation.

• Demonstrated professional experience engaging with academic institutions in, which may include K-12 programs and institutions of higher education (colleges, and universities).

• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with local health departments on public health programming.

• Demonstrated recruitment experience in health care, public health, nursing, and/or clinical positions.

Conditions of Employment

Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.

Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel up to 25% of the time will be required.

The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with a combination of onsite and remote work.

HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.  

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About Health Research, Inc.

Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve! At HRI, we are on a mission to transform the health and well-being of the people of New York State through innovative partnerships and cutting-edge public health initiatives. As a dynamic non-profit organization, HRI plays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities.

HRI offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from;

• Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit;

• Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave;

• Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities;

• Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses;

• Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally;

• And so much more!

Work Location Expectations

At HRI, the nature of hybrid and onsite work varies by position. Some roles require full onsite presence, while others allow a hybrid schedule. Managers determine the specific telecommuting expectations for each role based on operational needs and job responsibilities. If designated as hybrid, you will divide your time between working remotely and reporting onsite. Regardless of telecommuting status, all HRI employees must live within a reasonable commuting distance of their official work location and must reside in one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, or Vermont.