Health Research, Inc. Hiring for Health Program Administrator I (COVID Health Disparities Program) at Albany Full Time

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years of experience in administration or management of fiscal activities; OR an Associate’s degree in a related field and five years of such experience; OR seven years of such experience. At least one year of experience must have included supervision of staff and/or program management. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience in fiscal activities.

Health Research, Inc.’s (HRI) mission is building a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs. In support of our mission and our commitment to providing a safe workplace, we require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a religious or medical exemption.

This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting may not be available. If telecommuting is available, the incumbent will be required to have a telephone/mobile device, and internet access.

Preferred Qualifications

At least one year of experience working with grants, including the development and management of budgets, approval and tracking of expenditures; developing/writing grant applications and reports. Experience tracking fiscal metrics, priority tasks, follow-up activities, and upcoming deadlines. Experience with fiscal problem solving and suggesting corrective action strategies. Experience with processing contracts, personnel transactions, and purchasing. Demonstrated experience using Excel. Experience supervising staff.

Responsibilities

The Health Program Administrator I will coordinate and monitor contracts with rural community-based providers who are part of the COVID-19 Health Disparities Program. The incumbent will serve as a liaison to contractors, negotiating contract work plans, reviewing and approving budgets and budget modifications, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring compliance with federal fiscal reporting requirements. The incumbent will also coordinate with contractors to develop expenditure projections, recommend strategies for using unexpended dollars to maximize available resources, supervise staff and complete other appropriate and related duties as assigned. The incumbent will also serve as a liaison between the COVID Health Disparities Program and the Office of Rural Health and responsible for tracking activities and expenditures under the rural carve out section of the health disparities grant.

The COVID-19 Health Disparities Program is designed to address the long-standing inequities that have systematically undermined the physical, social, economic, and emotional health of racial and ethnic minority populations and other population groups that are bearing a disproportionate burden of COVID-19.

Employee Benefits

Health Research, Inc. (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;

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Conditions of Employment

Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.

This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting may not be available. If telecommuting is available, the incumbent will be required to have a telephone/mobile device, and internet access.

Health Research, Inc.’s (HRI) mission is building a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs. In support of our mission and our commitment to providing a safe workplace, we require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a religious or medical exemption.

Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.

HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans

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PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU DO NOT ANSWER THE SCREENING QUESTIONS YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT GO THROUGH.IF YOU ARE A RETURNING APPLICANT, PLEASE VERIFY THAT YOUR CURRENT RESUME IS SAVED IN YOUR PROFILE AND THAT YOUR HEATH RESEARCH APPLICATION IS COMPLETE PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR ANY OPEN POSITIONS.

Location : LocationUS-NY-Albany

Posted Date2 days ago(7/22/2022 12:27 PM)

Job ID 2022-6012

of Openings 1

Department Center for Community Health – Division of Family Health

Position Type Full Time

Grade P23

Applications to be submitted by 8/5/2022

Salary USD $78,355.00/Yr.

% Travel Up to 25%