Health Program Administrator I

Health Research, Inc. • Albany, NY

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

Health Research, Inc. is seeking a Health Program Administrator I who will work in the New York State Department of Health’s (NYSDOH) Office of Administration and Contract Management, which is a busy and fast paced office within the AIDS Institute. This office oversees the administrative and fiscal process for all contracts and payments that go through the NYSDOH and Health Research, Inc. This position will provide oversight to a team of staff whose main responsibility is processing both federal and NYS contracts for execution and reimbursement vouchers for payment. The incumbent will manage federal and NYS contracts and coordinate payment related activities, conducting fiscal monitoring’s of funded contractors, lead weekly team meetings, and regularly provide technical assistance, guidance and trainings to a variety of audiences.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing the administrative process of contracts and payments.
• Experience reviewing financial documentation to support expenses submitted on vouchers and/or invoices for allowable and appropriate costs.
• Experience providing training and technical assistance.
• Knowledge of Uniform Guidance/cost principles, including NYS Administrative contracting Requirements, and Audit Requirements for grant contracts or closely related experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage federal and NYS contracts
• Coordinate payment related activities
• Conduct fiscal monitoring’s of funded contractors
• Lead weekly team meetings
• Provide technical assistance, guidance and trainings to a variety of audiences

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: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees