Public Health Emergency Preparedness Representative IV

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Compensation Details:

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).

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Job Description:

Responsibilities

The Public Health Emergency Preparedness Representative IV will be responsible for the overall coordination of Office of Health Emergency Preparedness (OHEP)-required activities across the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) Western Region. This position will provide oversight for regional preparedness initiatives funded through federal cooperative agreements and will provide oversight of the Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP) and will serve as a primary regional liaison between the Office of Health Emergency Preparedness (OHEP) and external partners to ensure coordinated, consistent, and effective public health emergency preparedness efforts.

In this role, the Public Health Emergency Preparedness Representative IV will deliver technical assistance and guidance to Local Health Departments (LHD), hospitals, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) agencies, and emergency management partners related to planning, training, exercise development, and performance measurement requirements and reporting. The position will represent the Office of Health Emergency Preparedness (OHEP) on regional planning committees and workgroups, support regional readiness and response activities, including Critical Specimen Transport (CST), and will coordinate with the Division of State Emergency Medical Services to support integrated response operations. The position will also participate in emergency response activities and perform other preparedness and response duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field and four years of relevant experience; OR an Associate's degree in a related field andsix years of relevant experience; OReight years of relevant experience. A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience.

Relevant experience must be in emergency preparedness planning and/or response.

Preferred Qualifications

At least two years of experience supervising staff. Demonstrated experience in public health emergency preparedness, healthcare preparedness, or emergency management, with a strong understanding of federal cooperative agreement requirements such as the Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) and Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP). Experience providing technical assistance to various external partners, including Local Health Departments (LHD), hospitals, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and emergency management agencies. Experience tracking and managing preparedness planning, training, and exercise activities across multiple stakeholders. Familiarity with incident management systems, including completion of ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800, emergency response operations, regional planning structures, and coordination with public health and healthcare systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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, within the Western, NY Region (Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans, Wyoming, Chemung, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Schuler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, and Yates) and between the Western Region, NY and the Capital District (Albany, NY) 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.

This position will require occasional work on weekends, after-hours, and holidays.

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, HRIplays 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.