Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 10/06/26
Applications Due: 10/20/26
Vacancy ID: 226448
Position Information
NY HELPSNo
55-b/c EligibleNo
AgencyHealth, Department of
TitleHealth Program Administrator 2 -81040
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Salary Grade25
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $100671 to $126875 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
InternshipNo
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 5%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 9 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? Yes
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
Location
County Albany
Street Address Office of Health Care Workforce Innovation
Corning Tower, 100 S Mall Arierial
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12210
Job Specifics
Duties Description Supervisory Leadership and Staff Management:
• Establishes program priorities, workplans, and timelines; monitors progress
• Supervises team; assigns, reviews, and evaluates their work; provides feedback, and formal evaluations
Immigration Program Oversight
• Oversees five J-1 visa waiver programs
• Serves as the Department’s point of contact with federal partners, state agencies, and stakeholders regarding program requirements
• Identifies policy or regulatory developments affecting waiver programs
Federal and State Loan Repayment Program Administration
• Oversees four loan repayment programs
• Ensures program operations comply with all applicable federal grant terms, state statutory requirements, and agency policies
• Monitors program outcomes and identifies opportunities to improve participant recruitment, retention, and award utilization
Primary Care Office Program Liaison and Coordination
• Serves as liaison between the Primary Care Office and federal partners, and external stakeholders
• Coordinates across program areas to ensure alignment of activities, timelines, and deliverables
• Supports the development and review of program materials, policy guidance, and informational resources for internal and external audiences
• Tracks program activity, compiles data, and contributes to progress reports, presentations, and other documentation
Minimum Qualifications Permanent Transfer Candidates: Current Department of Health employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent competitive service as a Health Program Administrator 2, SG25 OR current NYS employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent competitive service in a title SG23 or higher and eligible to transfer under Section 52.6 or Section 70.1 of the NYS Civil Service Law.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience supervising or leading a team of professional staff in a public health, health care, or government program setting.
'-Experience administering federal or state health workforce programs, including but not limited to immigration-related programs, loan repayment, or service obligation programs.
'-Experience administering federal or state health workforce programs, including but not limited to immigration-related programs, loan repayment, or service obligation programs.
'-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory, statutory, and programmatic guidance.
'-Proficiency with data management, tracking systems, and standard office software including Microsoft Office Suite.
Additional Comments When reviewing qualifications, omissions and vagueness cannot be interpreted in the candidate’s favor. Candidates are responsible for providing accurate and clear descriptions of their experience demonstrating how they meet the minimum qualifications.
This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.
The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.Reasonable.Accommodation@health.ny.gov to make a request.
The NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate of the position (beginning of the salary range). Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations, and negotiated union contracts.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Human Resources Management Group, PC/HPA2/81040
Telephone 518-486-1812
Fax 518-473-3395
Email Address resume@health.ny.gov
Address
Street Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12237
Notes on Applying Please submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference PC/HPA2/81040 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, PC/HPA2/81040, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.
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