StateJobsNY

NY HELPNo

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitlePublic Health Field Services Representative 2 -22856

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $79325 to $100342 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address Division of Epidemiology, Bureau of Immunization

Corning Tower - ESP

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12237

Minimum Qualifications Permanent Transfer: Current NYS Department of Health employee with permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive status as a Public Health Field Services Representative 2 (G23); OR current NYS Department of Health employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent-permanent competitive service as a Public Health Representative 4 (G23) and eligible to transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Provisional: Current NYS Department of Health employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive service as either a Public Health Field Service Representative 1 (G18) or a Public Health Representative 3 (G18).


Preferred Qualifications: The candidate must be highly motivated, possess excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. Preferred candidate will demonstrate experience in monitoring government contracts, working with stakeholder coalitions, facilitating large groups and/or administration of health programs, and supervision of staff. Strong computer and database skills are required.

Duties Description This position serves as the lead for the Capital Region Field Unit in the Bureau of Immunization. Tasks include: Perform on-site assessments and inspections of Vaccines for Children (VFC) provider and COVID-19 vaccination program provider sites in the region and document visits in an online reporting system. Conduct follow-up activities to monitor corrective actions. Supervise, train and and manage regional field staff, which includes conducting quality assurance of staff through review of completed site visit documents, and management of regional workload. Conduct contract management and provide technical assistance for local health department (LHD) contractors regarding improving immunization coverage and fostering collation activities. Train LHDs and healthcare providers on quality improvement processes, the New York State Immunization Information System (NYSIIS), digital data loggers and vaccine storage unit temperature monitoring requirements, school immunization requirements, and other topics as identified and/or requested. Conduct audits in schools (K-12th) and post-secondary institutions to monitor compliance with NYS immunization laws. Conduct visits to birthing hospitals within region to monitor compliance with administration of Hepatitis B post-exposure prophylaxis and to provide education and technical assistance with regards to perinatal hepatitis B prevention. Assist in follow-up of VFC storage unit temperature excursion reports. Participate in meetings, committees, and trainings within the Bureau of Immunization.

Additional Comments This position requires proof of vaccination from COVID-19

Permanent, Competitive Full Time. Transfer candidates may be asked for their SS# to verify eligibility. If three or fewer NYS Department of Health promotional candidates respond to this notice, the agency may, at its discretion, nominate a qualified employee for non-competitive promotion under the provisions of Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law. Employee must have one year or more of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive service as a Public Health Field Services Representative 1 (G18) or a Public Health Representative 3 (G18). If certified by Civil Service, mandatory reemployment list candidates must be considered first for appointment to this title.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources Management Group, NMH/22856/PHFSR2/EPI

Telephone 5184861812

Fax (518) 473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza

Room 2217

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference NMH/22856/PHFSR2/EPI included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, NMH/22856/PHFSR2/EPI, 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. Resumes will be accepted until November 16, 2022