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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 03/29/23

Applications Due04/11/23

Vacancy ID127249

NY HELPNo

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleHealth Program Administrator or Health Program Administrator Trainee - 22863

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

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

Salary RangeFrom $46529 to $77912 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 Surveillance and Data Systems/NYSIIS

Corning Tower/ESP

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12237

Minimum Qualifications Permanent transfer candidates: Current Department of Health (DOH) employee with permanent or contingent-permanent status as a Health Program Administrator (G18); OR current NYS employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive service in a title eligible to transfer under Section 52.6, Section 70.1, or Section 70.4 of the Civil Service Law to a Health Program Administrator (G18), HealthProgram Administrator Trainee 1 (NS), or Health Program Administrator Trainee 2 (NS). For more information on the types of transfers, transfer eligibility criteria, and the current transfer determinations for your title, visit the following: website.https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/index.cfm.

Public candidates: Active list candidate on the New York State Department of Civil Service’s Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) eligible list #26-872 with a score of 100 or higher OR qualified 55B/C candidate in possession of a Bachelor’s or higher degree.

Preferred Qualifications: Candidate will demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills with an emphasis on the ability to work well in a team and under time pressures. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office 365 products. Experience providing user support for computer software applications. Experience developing and conducting training. Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills for diverse audiences. Ability to work independently and manage multiple and changing priorities in a high-volume work environment.

Duties Description Provides technical assistance to NYSIIS users, guiding outreach efforts and responding to complex IIS questions; work closely with providers out of compliance with Public Health Law 2168; and work directly with LHDs in assisting with utilization of NYSIIS to perform the CDC's required Immunization Quality Improvement Project (IQIP) visits; end- user and bug fixes contractor assistance; review VFC provider vaccine administration practices and adherence to the CDC and Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) Immunization schedule and general recommendations on vaccination practices.

Additional Comments Contingent-permanent, competitive, full-time. Two yeartraineeship leading to a G18. Transfer candidates may be asked for SSN to verify title history and eligibility.

"Benefits of Working for NYS
Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA
• Up to Eight (8) days of paid sick leave annually for M/C
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development


Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost

Additional Benefits
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• And many more.. "

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

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

Name Human Resources Management Group, NMH/HPA/22863

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Room 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza

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/HPA/22863included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, NMH/HPA/22863, 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 April 11, 2023.

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