Workplace Operations Coordinator, Center for Population Health Data Science Administration

City of New York • New York, NY

6d • $82,056 - $95,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Center for Population Health Data Science (CPHDS) aims to modernize data work and improve the agency's ability to link public health, healthcare, and social services for timely and effective public action. The goal is to make data more accessible, timely, equitable, usable, and protected, and to use it to promote the health and well-being of New Yorkers. The Bureau of Administration supports the CPHDS by managing human resources, procurement, fiscal management, facilities, operations, training, professional development, and reporting. This includes overseeing recruitment, onboarding, staff development, resource acquisition, budget management, training coordination, and reporting to support compliance and decision-making. These services are essential for the Center to achieve its mission efficiently and equitably.

Requirements

• A master's degree from an accredited college in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, public health, human resources management, management science, operations research, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, statistics, personnel administration, labor relations, psychology, sociology, human resources development, political science, urban studies or a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, and one year of satisfactory full-time professional experience in one or a combination of the following: working with the budget of a large public or private concern in budget administration, accounting, economic or financial administration, or fiscal or economic research; in management or methods analysis, operations research, organizational research or program evaluation; in personnel or public administration, recruitment, position classification, personnel relations, labor relations, employee benefits, staff development, employment program planning/administration, labor market research, economic planning, social services program planning/evaluation, or fiscal management, or in a related area
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and three years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in the areas described above
• An associate degree or completion of 60 semester credits from an accredited college and five years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described above
• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and seven years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described above
• A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to the above. College education may be substituted for professional experience at the rate of 30 semester credits from an accredited college for one year of experience. However, all candidates must have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience as described above.

Nice To Haves

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize competing deadlines.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism with sensitive information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate logistics across multiple stakeholders and meeting formats (in-person, hybrid, virtual).
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex calendars for executives and/or senior leadership.
• Experience supporting office operations (inventory, space planning support, conference room coordination, general office management).
• Comfort troubleshooting basic presentation/A/V technology and supporting meetings.
• Ability to work independently, proactively, and collaboratively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate workplace operations and administrative services for the Center for Population Health Data Science (CPHDS) at Gotham Center, acting as the primary liaison with building management, contractors, vendors, and agency partners to ensure a safe, functional, and well-maintained workplace.
• Coordinate workspace planning and utilization, including office moves, seating assignments, conference room operations, shared workspaces, and workplace improvement initiatives.
• Monitor workplace operations to ensure availability of equipment, supplies, and administrative services, identifying operational gaps and recommending improvements.
• Serve as the Center's Health and Safety Coordinator, supporting inspections, monitoring compliance, coordinating corrective actions, and promoting a safe work environment.
• Serve as the Center's Emergency Management Liaison, coordinating continuity of operations planning, emergency preparedness, staff communications, and readiness initiatives.
• Coordinate operational continuity by developing coverage plans, documenting standard operating procedures, and supporting uninterrupted administrative operations.
• Coordinate workplace resource management by maintaining electronic inventories, monitoring resource needs, and partnering with Fiscal and Procurement staff on purchases and planning.
• Coordinate workspace support for interns, fellows, temporary staff, and visitors, ensuring workstations, equipment, access, and resources are prepared.
• Coordinate operational onboarding and offboarding activities, ensuring workspace readiness, equipment deployment, asset recovery, and facility access.
• Coordinate Administrative Request Center operations, overseeing intake, assignment, tracking, and resolution, while monitoring service levels and recommending process improvements.
• Support executive operations by providing backup calendar management, meeting coordination, scheduling support, and logistical assistance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain operational procedures, service standards, and workplace guidelines.
• Gather feedback from employees and leadership regarding workplace operations and administrative services, analyze trends, and recommend improvements.
• Support internal workplace engagement initiatives by coordinating logistics for staff meetings, employee recognition activities, trainings, and other administrative events.
• Perform related administrative and operational duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs
• Premium-free health insurance plan
• Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
• Public sector defined benefit pension plan
• Tax-deferred savings program
• Robust Worksite Wellness Program

What This Job Offers

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