Overview
Job Description:
Responsibilities
Health Research, Inc. is seeking an Hourly Project Assistant II to work within the Central New York Regional Office.
This position will introduce the Hourly Project Assistant II to the field of public health emergency preparedness through working with the CNY Regional Office (CNYRO) Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) Representatives. The Hourly Project Assistant II will provide support to PHEP Representatives who review and update emergency preparedness plans, regional annual hazard vulnerability assessments, and other activities as identified by regional, state, and federal priorities. This role will assist in the compilation and review of After-Action Reports (AAR) to improve regional plans, as well as tracking of HEPC exercises and drills; assist to prepare correspondence between health emergency preparedness partners via shared email account, listservs, and Health Commerce System applications. The incumbent will also participate in special workgroups and committees to ensure CNY Region preparedness and response capabilities are included in the Department’s and Regional Office’s emergency planning and response efforts, including but not limited to the New York State Department of Health’s All Hazards Planning Workgroup and other workgroups as identified. The incumbent will provide assistance to analyze site-specific data for departmental presentations and reports; assist staff to create presentations, fact sheets, data tables using analyzed site-specific data and assist with other appropriate related duties, as needed.
This position is part of the Pathways to Public Health Internship Program. This position will last approximately 10 weeks from 6/2/2025 to 8/8/2025. It is made available through funding from the Center for Disease Control’s Public Health Infrastructure Grant to expand opportunities to strengthen career pathways to public health by bringing together students of all disciplines and academic levels with public health professionals to create a space of exploration, learning, and development.
Minimum Qualifications
Currently or within the past six months enrolled in a workforce training program or institution of higher education pursuing an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree or certificate program in a related field, like emergency preparedness and planning and/or response, public health, health sciences.
Preferred Qualifications
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. Experience using computer software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams. Experience developing presentational materials and communicating information through presentations, trainings, or meeting environments.
Conditions of Employment
Hourly, grant funded position expected to last through 08/8/2025. 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% 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.
HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.
HRI embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. This is reflected in our affirmative action equal employment opportunity policy.
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.