Project Manager, Bureau of Mental Hygiene/Administration

New York City, NY-posted 4 months ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Remote • Queens, NY
5,001-10,000 employees
Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
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The Division of Mental Hygiene of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is responsible for policy, programs, and providing oversight related to mental health, alcohol and/or drug use prevention care and treatment, as well as developmental delays & disabilities. The work of the Division is informed by the goals of improving clinical and rehabilitative services; integrating mental health, substance use, and primary care; promoting healthy childhood development; reducing racial/ethnic and socioeconomic health inequalities; and promoting mental health recovery. Reporting to the Assistant Commissioner, the Project Manager will manage various projects related to key strategic areas for the bureau, including HR, contracts, finance and strategic partnerships.

  • Manage various projects related to key strategic areas for the bureau, including HR, contracts, finance and strategic partnerships.
  • Support decision making by unit leadership.
  • Write/present reports, briefings, proposals, position statements and presentations for internal and external distribution.
  • Consult and collaborate with various offices within the Division and Department.
  • Identify grant funding available to support/expand/improve the quality of mental health initiatives.
  • Coordinate and contribute to the development of grant applications (narrative and budget).
  • Participate in internal and external workgroups, as needed.
  • Represent the AC as requested at meetings and events.
  • Coordinate development of indicators, data collection and reporting for the bureau for Divisional Accountability Meetings, Mayor's Management Reports and other reports.
  • Delegate assignments to unit senior staff and collaborate with them to ensure timely completion.
  • Review data and work products on behalf of the AC to ensure they meet the expectations of the Bureau and Division.
  • Develop and administer tools and tracking sheets to organize workflows.
  • Organize internal and external meetings, prepare agenda, meeting materials, and minutes; draft communications to meeting participants; ensure appropriate follow-up on action items.
  • Prepare AC for high level meetings and speaking events, including development of background documents, presentations and/or talking points.
  • Serve as the Bureau of Administration's communications liaison.
  • Manage and ensure timely response to requests for information from the Executive Deputy Commissioner's Office, Commissioner's Office, City Hall or Press Office.
  • Develop content for internal and external webpages for the Bureau of Administration; ensure consistent messaging.
  • Work closely with the AC and the ED of Operations to ensure policies and processes are well-documented and executed effectively.
  • Work closely with division staff at similar level to identify new ways to partner to effectively meet the needs of NYers.
  • Attend and participate in unit leadership meetings to identify new areas for programmatic, policy, and communications opportunities.
  • A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health.
  • A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or
  • A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization.
  • Excellent organizational skills; ability to plan ahead, prioritize, and ensure the Bureau is meeting its deadlines.
  • Ability to work flexibly and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to coordinate and facilitate others' work.
  • Strong research and communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to engage diplomatically with colleagues, leadership and external parties.
  • Ability to act independently and exercise good judgment.
  • Proficiency in Excel, Microsoft Project, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and MS Teams.
  • Loan Forgiveness: Eligibility for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs.
  • Premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually.
  • Public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
  • Tax-deferred savings program.
  • Robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
  • Work From Home Policy: Ability to work up to two days during the week from home.
  • Job Security compared to private sector employment.
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