Program Coordinator, Bureau of Queens Neighborhood Health

City of New York • Long Island City, NY

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

NYC Health Department seeks a Program Coordinator for the newly established Bureau of Queens Neighborhood Health. Reporting to the Chronic Disease team, the coordinator will support the development and launch of a chronic disease program portfolio in Queens, with a focus on Jamaica and surrounding areas. The position primarily works in Jamaica, Queens. While renovations are underway at that location, the position will initially be assigned to Long Island City, Queens, at least one day per week.

The role coordinates chronic disease programming and supports research, evaluation, funding proposals, data management, and community engagement. The coordinator will work with community organizations, stakeholders, subject matter experts, and Health Department colleagues, and will represent the Bureau and the Jamaica Neighborhood Health Action Center at community events as needed. The role also supports Bureau-wide initiatives and community resilience efforts related to localized emergencies and climate-health prevention.

The City of New York offers employees benefits that may include premium-free health insurance, a defined-benefit pension, a tax-deferred savings program, and worksite wellness resources. Depending on the position, employees may be able to work from home up to two days per week. Prospective City employees may also be eligible for federal or state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs.

Requirements

• A master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization is required under the listed City Research Scientist qualifications.
• For Assignment Level I in physical, biological, and environmental sciences or public health, a master's degree from an accredited college or university specializing in an appropriate field is required.
• For Assignment Level II and above, candidates must meet one of the listed doctorate, master's-plus-experience, or equivalent education and experience pathways; all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field and at least two years of the specified research experience.
• Appointments are subject to a minimum one-year probationary period.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of community work experience.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with culturally diverse community groups.
• Knowledge of Queens communities and local organization leadership, especially Jamaica and surrounding areas.
• Comfort speaking in public.
• Experience and comfort applying a racial equity lens.
• Bilingual written and spoken Spanish, Bengali, Mandarin, or proficiency in another language is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate chronic disease programming for the Bureau of Queens Neighborhood Health, including program organization.
• Research evidence-based programming related to diabetes, hypertension, and asthma, including in partnership with subject matter experts and Health Department peers.
• Maintain working knowledge of current literature and best practices for community-based and place-based chronic disease interventions.
• Manage participant data safely and securely under NYC Health Department guidelines and in partnership with the bureau research and evaluation team.
• Document and manage partner data in alignment with bureau protocols, including using Public Health Partners Connect.
• Participate in evaluation activities supporting program implementation, including IRB and related materials.
• Support writing grant applications and other funding proposals for programming.
• Communicate with local organizations and stakeholders to promote Health Department programs and resources and collect feedback on community needs.
• Engage community partners to promote health services, resources, and education.
• Represent the bureau and Jamaica Neighborhood Health Action Center at community health fairs, meetings, and other external events as needed.
• Support Bureau-wide programs and initiatives.
• Participate in Just in Time training with Health Department divisions that lead local or hyperlocal emergency response.
• Support efforts to build resilience in identified communities and mitigate localized emergencies, including legionella outbreaks; conduct messaging and other efforts to inform communities about climate-health preventive measures.

Benefits

• Potential eligibility for federal or state student loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs.
• Premium-free health insurance plan, described as saving employees over $10,000 annually according to a 2024 assessment.
• Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union or benefit fund.
• Public sector defined-benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• Tax-deferred savings program.
• Worksite Wellness Program.
• Depending on the position, ability to work from home up to two days during the week.
• Job security compared to private-sector employment.

What This Job Offers

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