Director, Public Health Informatics

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Compensation Details:

Positions with a designated work location in New York City, Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties will receive a $4,000 annual downstate adjustment (pro-rated for part-time positions).

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Job Description:

Responsibilities

The Director, Public Health Informatics will provide strategic leadership and direction for the public health data infrastructure, informatics workforce, and transformation strategies in Office of Science, Center for Health Informatics to support Office of Public Health (OPH) programs and coordinating with other programs in the Department of Health (DOH). The incumbent will ensure alignment of public health data systems and health information exchange with the needs of the OPH strategic plan and compliance with applicable state and federal regulations and policies. Additionally, the incumbent will be responsible for developing and implementing data governance and sharing policies as requested by OPH, local health departments and other public health partners.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Information Technology, lnformatics, Auditing, or a related field and six years of experience in the direction and/or management of information technology program or closely related field; OR an Associate's degree in a related field and eight years of such experience; OR ten years of such experience. The years of experience must have included program planning, design, implementation, evaluation, and/ or allocation of resources. At least four years of experience must have included supervision of staff. A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least six years of experience in technology and informatics support for health or human service programs, with at least four years in a manager role.

• Relevant experience supporting health data systems as well as technology operations and support, evaluating and troubleshooting complex problems, documenting technical concepts, diagrams, and instructions for a wide variety of stakeholders.

• Demonstrated knowledge of best practices for information management and technology implementation.

Conditions of Employment

Grant funded position. 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 25% 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.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with a combination of onsite and remote work.

This position will require occasional work on weekends, after-hours, and holidays.

HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.

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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, HRIplays 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!

Work Location Expectations

At HRI, the nature of hybrid and onsite work varies by position. Some roles require full onsite presence, while others allow a hybrid schedule. Managers determine the specific telecommuting expectations for each role based on operational needs and job responsibilities. If designated as hybrid, you will divide your time between working remotely and reporting onsite. Regardless of telecommuting status, all HRI employees must live within a reasonable commuting distance of their official work location and must reside in one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, or Vermont.