Policy and Implementation Strategist

Public Health Solutions • New York, NY

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC DOHMH) is seeking a Policy and Implementation Strategist to join the Division of Administration. This grant-funded position, ending in November 2027, will focus on improving administrative functions and developing the next generation public health workforce, particularly for emergency response readiness. The role offers a unique opportunity to lead high-level initiatives across the agency, requiring a candidate with vision, strong execution skills, and a commitment to advancing equity. The ideal candidate will possess a public policy background combined with operational and administrative experience to bridge public health programs with administrative divisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in policy, government, administration or related fields.
• Familiarity with Human Resources applications and policies.
• Experience in project management.
• Proactive and self-motivated individual with the ability to work in diverse teams and in a highly dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders and timelines.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent communication (verbal & written), judgment, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to manage and report complex information.
• Experience with data collection, analysis and interpretation.
• Desire to grow professionally, develop new skills and willingness to work outside of comfort zone.
• Fluency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working collaboratively and effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Experience working for a New York City government agency is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify systemic or procedural issues and opportunities for better recruiting, retaining, and supporting staff for response readiness agency-wide, and propose and execute solutions.
• Analyze, and work collaboratively with HR Central and Worksite Wellness to promote excellent City benefits (e.g., loan forgiveness, health insurance, flexible spending, mental health support offerings, etc.).
• Provide administrative and projects support to the Director of Policy and Implementation.
• Document agency needs and research best practices to advocate among other City partners for changes that will benefit the City workforce.
• In partnership with colleagues and agency leadership, devise and execute strategies to promote pay equity and racial/gender/disability justice throughout the Division and Agency-wide.
• Support the development and execution of Division-wide engagement activities including regular Town Halls, newsletter, and the Race to Justice Divisional Action Team.

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Schedule.
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays.
• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision.
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits.
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Coverage.
• 403 (b) + employer matching and discretionary company contributions.
• College Savings Plan.
• Ongoing training and continuous opportunities for professional growth and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level