Director, Public Health Informatics

Health Research Incorporated • Albany, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Public Health Informatics will provide strategic leadership and direction for the public health data infrastructure, informatics workforce, and transformation strategies in the 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. Health Research, Inc. (HRI) is a dynamic non-profit organization 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. HRI plays 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Information Technology, Informatics, 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.
• Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• 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).
• 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.
• Develop and implement data governance and sharing policies as requested by OPH, local health departments and other public health partners.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees