Location: Albany,NY, USA
Applications to be submitted by December 31, 2025 Compensation Grade: P14 Compensation Details: Minimum: $51,305.00 - Maximum: $51,305.00 Annually Department (OPH) CEH - Bureau of Toxic Substance Assessment Job Description: Responsibilities The Public Health Specialist I will work with a multidisciplinary team of program staff, state and local partners, and school district personnel to provide support toward expanding an existing DOH program and implement it statewide. The incumbent will provide assistance to higher level staff of the School Environmental Health Program, which provides schools with knowledge and awareness of best practices in environmental health. The goals of the program are to improve indoor air quality, reduce virus transmission, improve the health and learning of school-aged children, and improve working conditions for other building occupants. As part of an existing team, the incumbent will be responsible for assisting with duties related to the New York State School Environmental Health Program: work with existing program staff, Steering Committee partners, K-12 school staff, and other NYSDOH staff to implement the program statewide; communicate with K-12 schools both on a routine basis and when environmental health concerns arise; track schools' progress with the program; assist other staff with the logistical planning of program events such as regional seminars, tabling events, and conferences; and other appropriate related duties. Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree in a related field; OR an Associates degree in a related field and two years of experience in a public health, human services or health related program/organization field; OR four years of such experience. Preferred Qualifications Degree in public health or a closely related field. Experience working with K-12 schools. Knowledge of various environmental health topics. Experience with promoting programs or conducting program outreach with various audiences. Experience using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Tableau. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, as well as excellent written and verbal 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 10%, will be required. This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting will be available. HRI participates in the E-Verify Program. HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans www.healthresearch.org 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! As the Executive Director of Health Research, Inc. (HRI), I would like to welcome you to HRI's career page. HRI's mission is to build a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs in support of the New York State Department of Health, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and other entities. This achievement is made possible through the recruitment of highly talented and qualified individuals. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, we at HRI pride ourselves on our longstanding dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. This commitment is reflected in our equal opportunity employment policy: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. HRI embraces and values all dimensions of diversity, equity, and inclusion in order to make HRI a welcoming environment and to best serve the needs of the various public health and research programs throughout New York State. HRI is committed to fostering a diverse pool of qualified candidates, and we warmly invite you to apply to any open position(s) that interest you.