Assistant Director, Fellowship Program (Temporary)

Job Description :

This position is expected to end 7 / 31 / 2026.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Director, Fellowship Program, will assist in directing, managing and overseeing the New York State Public Health Corps (NYSPHC) program and administrative operations, including providing expertise, guidance and management to NYSPHC staff. Specific duties include : assist in directing all aspects of program activities; assist in directing the establishment and foster relationships and partnerships with both internal and external units, organizations and others to leverage the support of partners to advance the goals of the program; assist in providing direction to the Fellowship Placement Coordinators located in regions across the state. Other appropriate related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in a related field and five years of experience in the direction and / or management of a public health, health / human services, health regulatory program or community-based services organization; OR an Associate's degree in a related field and seven years of such experience; OR nine years of such experience. The years of experience must have included policy formulation; program planning, design, implementation and / or evaluation; and allocation of resources. At least three years of experience must have included supervision of staff and program management. A Master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience in the direction and / or management of a public health, health / human services, health regulatory program or community-based services organization.

Preferred Qualifications

A Master's degree in Public Health, Health Administration or a closely related field. Experience in strategic planning, program development and implementation, and performance monitoring and evaluation. Experience in health program administration, fiscal administration and personnel administration. Experience providing technical assistance and training / presenting to professional audiences.