Overview
Job Description:
In addition to the Compensation Details above, the incumbent in this position will be eligible to receive location pay ($4,000/year).
Responsibilities
The Director, Regional Health Emergency Preparedness will direct, oversee and coordinate all health preparedness and response activities in the Metropolitan Area Regional Office (MARO). This pivotal role is responsible for directing and overseeing the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of emergency preparedness strategies across the MARO region. The incumbent will provide strategic leadership, guidance, and supervision to staff, ensuring that all regional office programs are prepared and able to respond effectively to emergencies.
The Director, Regional Health Emergency Preparedness will coordinate with a wide range of stakeholders, including other programs within the New York State Department of Health, and partner regional, private sector and public agencies.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and six years of experience in the direction and/or management of a relevant program in a public health, health/human services, health regulatory program or community-based services organization; OR an associate’s degree in a related field and eight years of such experience; OR ten years of such experience. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience. The years of experience must have included policy formulation, program planning, design, implementation, evaluation and/or allocation of resources. At least four years of experience must have included supervision of staff and program management.
Preferred Qualifications
Seven years of relevant experience in emergency management, minimally one year of public health emergency preparedness. Completion of the following courses:
Completion of the FEMA Professional Development Series; Completion of the All-Hazards Incident Management Team (AHIMT) Introduction Course (O-305); G0191 Emergency Operations Center/Incident Command System Interface; FEMA IS-2200: Basic Emergency Operations Center Functions; MGT341 Disaster Preparedness for Hospitals and Healthcare Organizations within the Community Infrastructure; G386 Mass Fatalities Incident Response; FEMA IS 1300 – Introduction to Continuity
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. Telecommuting will be available.
Exposure to potentially hazardous substances may be involved with this position. Therefore, the incumbent in this position may be required to wear personal protective clothing and equipment.
This position will require occasional work on weekends, after-hours, and holidays.
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
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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!
About Health Research, Inc.
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) contributes to the health and well-being of the people of New York State by complementing and enabling the strategic public health goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC), and other health-related entities.
HRI provides best-in-class resource administration for stakeholders and programs related to the work and priorities of the Department of Health and its other partners. HRI does this through the provision of knowledge, expertise, funding guidance, and fiduciary oversight of sponsored program funding for public health and research programs in concert with community partnerships.
