Job Description
Division/Program Summary Description:
The Center for Population Health Data Science (CPHDS), launched in October of 2023, aims to catalyze critical data modernization work, and enable the agency to make progress toward linking public health, healthcare, and social service for timely and effective public action. We are working towards making these data more accessible, timely, equitable, meaningfully usable, and protected – and actively used to protect and promote the health and well-being of New Yorkers. We aim to strengthen agency-wide data capabilities by empowering our workforce, enhancing intra- and inter-agency data sharing, and using modern technology to yield trusted and integrated data and insights. A real-time and comprehensive view of city needs is needed to enhance public health actions and improve health outcomes for the most vulnerable New Yorkers.
CPHDS' Bureau of Administration supports the center programs and staff for purchasing, contracts, grants, personnel services, fiscal management, facility maintenance, compliance, administrative data reporting and office management. The Fiscal Management & Administrative Services Unit within the Bureau of Administrative provides budgetary oversight and administrative support to bureaus and programs and manages all administrative data for the division. Fiscal management involves the planning, directing, and controlling of financial resources.
Position Summary:
The Project Coordinator will support the Administrative Services Manager in managing a portfolio of projects and initiatives within the CPHDS. This position will be based at the Health Department’s office in Long Island City, NY, with the possibility of hybrid work.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Serve as primary coordinator on a portfolio of Center for Population Health Data Science Admin. projects around enhancing administrative processes and customer service amongst division staff.
- Coordinate an internal, web-based service request tracking application that will allow staff to submit direct requests for goods and services.
- Enhance and encourage equitable communication of admin-related policies and procedures to all staff on a consistent basis.
- Participate in the Division Action Team by serving as goal setting liaison for CPHDS Administration.
Why you should work for us:
- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
- a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
- additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
- a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
- a tax-deferred savings program and
- a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
- Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
- Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.
Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!
Commitment to Equity:
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.
Minimum Qualifications - A baccalaureate degree from an accredited CUNY college in a major related to the work in which the fellow will be trained, and perform in the particular position.
Preferred Skills - Ability to work in a diverse team and foster collaboration. - Strong decision-making skills to guide projects toward successful completion. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with various stakeholders. - Ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively. - Strong ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize, and keep projects on track. - Flexibility to adjust to changing circumstances, project scopes, and stakeholder needs. - Proficiency in using project management tools and software.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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Remote job, Full time, 2 days per week,