Evaluation Specialist II

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Job description

Applications to be submitted by September 23, 2024 Compensation Grade: P20 Compensation Details: Minimum: $70,795.00 - Maximum: $70,795.00 Annually Department (OHEHR) AI - Bureau Of HIV/AIDS Epidemiology Job Description: Responsibilities The Evaluation Specialist II will coordinate disease surveillance and laboratory data quality activities, contributing to the evaluation of HIV/AIDS reports submitted by commercial and public health laboratories to the New York State Department of Health. The incumbent will: evaluate and monitor HIV laboratory reporting to ensure complete, accurate and timely reporting; maintain, modify, and develop analytic code to evaluate laboratory data; review laboratory reports, identify deficiencies in the data, and follow-up with laboratories; coordinate activities related to the public health reporting approval process and recruitment of newly permitted laboratories; provide technical assistance to labs on the New York State rules and regulations for reporting. The incumbent will perform data analysis, develop narratives, descriptive statistics and summarize findings, and provide technical assistance to other research projects; contribute to research publications and presentations for the Bureau. Other related duties as assigned. This position will be part of the Laboratory Analysis Follow-up Team within the Bureau of HIV/AIDS Epidemiology (BHAE) aiding in the AIDS Institute's mission to end epidemics, fight stigma, and promote health for all New Yorkers. BHAE conducts routine HIV and AIDS surveillance, innovative surveillance projects, and special HIV/AIDS epidemiologic research, including behavioral surveillance of persons at risk for HIV and interview studies of persons receiving medical care for HIV. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of experience in the evaluation and/or analysis of health, human services or related programs and/or fields; OR an Associate's degree in a related field and four years of such experience; OR six years of such experience. A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of such experience. Preferred Qualifications Experience in public health surveillance and/or HIV/AIDS surveillance and working with confidential data; experience with analysis using epidemiological principles and methodologies; experience with Microsoft Excel and SAS or other statistical software packages; experience with large, population-based, and other health-related data sets (e.g., SPARCS, ECLRS) or disease registries. Conditions of Employment Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required. Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Travel, up to 25% of the time, will be required. This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting will be available. HRI participates in the E-Verify Program. HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans About Health Research, Inc. Health Research, Inc. (HRI) contributes to the health and well-being of the people of New York State by complementing and enabling the strategic public health goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities. HRI provides best-in-class resource administration for stakeholders and programs related to the work and priorities of the Department of Health and its other partners. HRI does this through the provision of knowledge, expertise, funding guidance, and fiduciary oversight of sponsored program funding for public health and research programs in concert with community partnerships. Health Research, Inc. (HRI) offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including: Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from; Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit; Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave; Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities; Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses; Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally; And so much more! As the Executive Director of Health Research, Inc. (HRI), I would like to welcome you to HRI's career page. HRI's mission is to build a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs in support of the New York State Department of Health, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and other entities. This achievement is made possible through the recruitment of highly talented and qualified individuals. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, we at HRI pride ourselves on our longstanding dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. This commitment is reflected in our equal opportunity employment policy: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. HRI embraces and values all dimensions of diversity, equity, and inclusion in order to make HRI a welcoming environment and to best serve the needs of the various public health and research programs throughout New York State. HRI is committed to fostering a diverse pool of qualified candidates, and we warmly invite you to apply to any open position(s) that interest you.

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