Job Description
Join NYC's elite public health team in a critical role combating emerging health threats. We seek a passionate Senior Public Health Specialist to lead emergency response initiatives and community outreach programs. This urgent opportunity offers competitive benefits, career advancement, and the chance to impact millions of New Yorkers' lives.
Responsibilities
- Lead crisis response coordination during public health emergencies
- Develop and implement community health education programs
- Analyze epidemiological data to identify emerging health trends
- Collaborate with city agencies on pandemic preparedness strategies
- Manage grant-funded health initiatives and reporting
- Train frontline healthcare workers on protocols
- Present findings to senior officials and community stakeholders
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health or related field
- 3+ years experience in public health emergency response
- Valid NYC government clearance
- Proficiency in health data analysis tools (SPSS, SAS)
- Certified in Incident Command System (ICS-300)
- Experience with community outreach program management
- Strong written/verbal communication skills
- Ability to work rotating shifts during emergencies