Program Manager, Bureau of Tuberculosis Control

City of New York • New York, NY

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About The Position

The Bureau of Tuberculosis Control (BTBC) works to prevent the spread of tuberculosis and eliminate it as a public health problem in New York City. The Office of Medical Affairs is seeking a Program Manager to provide programmatic leadership across multiple non-clinical functions. The position oversees program operations, supervises professional staff, and leads program improvement and evaluation initiatives. The portfolio includes drug-resistant TB case management, regulatory affairs, and evaluation of newly arrived immigrants and refugees at risk for TB disease.

The Program Manager uses data to assess program performance and identify improvement opportunities, exercising initiative and sound judgment to turn complex program challenges into actionable solutions. The role provides leadership for assigned programs, supervises and develops staff, leads projects from planning through evaluation, and supports continuity of essential functions. Research and evaluation work may include study design, data analysis, protocols and IRB submissions, and preparation of reports, presentations, abstracts, and manuscripts.

The position is with the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. The stated salary band is $80,000 to $90,000; compensation is listed as USD 87,743.

Requirements

• For Assignment Level I, a master's degree from an accredited college or university specializing in an appropriate field of physical, biological, or environmental science, or public health.
• For Assignment Level II and above, one of the listed qualification pathways: a relevant doctorate plus one year of responsible supervisory, administrative, or research experience; a relevant master's degree plus three years of responsible full-time research experience; or equivalent education and/or experience, subject to the stated minimum master's degree and experience requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, is listed as a preferred skill rather than a required qualification.
• A minimum probationary period of one year applies to appointments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing public health, healthcare, research, or program improvement projects through planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Experience supervising or mentoring staff, including delegating responsibilities, setting priorities, providing feedback, and supporting professional development.
• Initiative, sound judgment, problem-solving ability, independence, and ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Strong analytical skills and experience using programmatic, surveillance, clinical, or other data to evaluate performance and inform decisions.
• Experience in public health research or program evaluation, including developing research questions, analyzing and interpreting data, and communicating findings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, and experience with statistical or data analysis software such as R.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and internal and external partners.
• Knowledge of tuberculosis, infectious disease prevention and control, or clinical public health; this is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Use surveillance, clinical, and operational data to monitor program performance, identify gaps and trends, evaluate interventions, and inform program and policy decisions.
• Lead or contribute to research and evaluation, including study design, data analysis, protocols and IRB submissions, and preparation of reports, presentations, abstracts, and manuscripts.
• Provide leadership and oversight for assigned program areas, including implementation, performance monitoring, operational improvement, and continuity of essential functions.
• Supervise and mentor professional staff, establish priorities, oversee assignments, provide feedback, and support staff development and increasing independence.
• Identify programmatic challenges and improvement opportunities, and independently develop, implement, and evaluate solutions.
• Lead public health projects and initiatives from planning through implementation and evaluation, collaborating with internal multidisciplinary staff and external partners as needed.
• Develop and improve program protocols, workflows, policies, and standard operating procedures, including cross-training and coverage plans.

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 in 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.
• Tax-deferred savings program.
• Worksite Wellness Program.
• Depending on the position, the possibility of working from home up to two days during the week.
• Job security compared with private-sector employment.

What This Job Offers

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