Overview
Job Description:
Responsibilities
The Office of Health Emergency Preparedness (OHEP) Planning Manager will be responsible for overseeing a variety of programs, including the Strategic National Stockpile, Human Services planning, Public Health grant deliverables tracking, and other public health preparedness related programs. The incumbent will facilitate and lead the development, review, and maintenance of public health emergency preparedness plans and activities as required by the joint Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR) Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) Cooperative Agreement. The incumbent will provide overall supervision of staff and participate in a variety of internal New York State Department of Health and/ or multi-agency planning workgroups. The incumbent will be responsible to respond to emergencies which may occur at all hours – including nights, and/or weekends. Other appropriate related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and four years or relevant experience; OR an Associate’s degree in a related field and six years of relevant experience, OR eight years of relevant experience. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience. Relevant experience required must be in emergency preparedness planning AND response.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to establish priorities within assigned programs. Demonstrated experience organizing, consolidating and preparing narrative and numerical information into clear, logical reports. Experience analyzing written and published program material and draw conclusions concerning its impact. Demonstrated, strong communication, interpersonal public speaking, and writing skills. Experience facilitating workgroups and in developing written plans. Demonstrated ability to work independently and with teams. Knowledge of computer software packages such as Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of disaster preparedness and response programs, goals and objectives and/or experience in public health programs. Demonstrated ability to interact with and provide recommendations to Executive level staff. Knowledge and experience with health emergency preparedness planning initiatives at the local, State and Federal levels. Knowledge and experience with the CDC PHEP and ASPR HPP Cooperative Agreement. Successful course completion of ICS 100, 200, 300, 700, and 800.
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, 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.
This position requires occasional work on weekends, after-hours, and holidays.
HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.
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.
