Evaluation Specialist II

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Positions with a designated work location in New York City, Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties will receive a $4,000 annual downstate adjustment (pro-rated for part-time positions).

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Responsibilities
Health Research, Inc. is seeking an Evaluation Specialist II. The Evaluation Specialist will work in the Office of Sexual Health and Epidemiology (OSHE) within the AIDS Institute (AI) within the New York State Department of Health. The Evaluation Specialist II will utilize program, surveillance, and epidemiological data to contribute towards the monitoring and evaluation efforts of programs conducting HIV and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) case investigations, partner notification, and linkage/re-linkage to care activities in New York State. Programs include, but are not limited to, traditional Partner Services activities, Data to Care, and novel/demonstration projects. The incumbent will work with staff from other AIDS Institute divisions and units, county health departments, and other partnering agencies to improve the quality of HIV/STI Partner Services and linkage to care in New York State.

In addition, the Evaluation Specialist II will contribute to performing evaluation, analyses, and dissemination of Partner Services program outcomes, which includes participating in continuous quality assurance and improvement cycles for programmatic needs. The incumbent will also be responsible for helping to provide guidance in support of the development of ad hoc reports and contributing to written recommendations; ensuring and monitoring the accuracy and completeness of data entered by field staff through ongoing communications.

The Evaluation Specialist II will also contribute to disease cluster detection and STI trend analyses, utilizing anomaly detection software and Tableau dashboards to assess increases in the incidence of STIs, working with Partner Services and surveillance staff to respond to atypical findings.

The Evaluation Specialist II will work with AIDS Institute staff to prepare abstracts for presentations at local and national conferences and to help prepare manuscripts for publication in peer reviewed journals.

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
A Master's degree in public health, epidemiology, a related social/ behavioral science or another closely related field. At least one year of demonstrated work with STI, HIV, or infectious/communicable disease research, evaluation, and/or surveillance. Experience with quality assurance and improvement; improving program outcomes and metrics through data-driven initiatives. Experience working with confidential datasets and/or protected health information. Experience creating data visualizations, such as charts, graphs, and maps, and incorporating them into reports, infographics, and/or dashboards. At least one year of experience with SAS, SQL, or other programming languages. Demonstrated proficiency of Microsoft Office suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), evidenced by regular and recent use of programs. Research dissemination experience in local, state, and national settings.

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.

The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire.

This position will become eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with a combination of onsite and remote work, after a waiting period of approximately three months, subject to satisfactory job performance, management approval and operational needs.

HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.

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About Health Research, Inc.

Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve! At HRI, we are on a mission to transform the health and well-being of the people of New York State through innovative partnerships and cutting-edge public health initiatives. As a dynamic non-profit organization, HRIplays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities.

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!

Work Location Expectations

At HRI, the nature of hybrid and onsite work varies by position. Some roles require full onsite presence, while others allow a hybrid schedule. Managers determine the specific telecommuting expectations for each role based on operational needs and job responsibilities. If designated as hybrid, you will divide your time between working remotely and reporting onsite. Regardless of telecommuting status, all HRI employees must live within a reasonable commuting distance of their official work location and must reside in one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, or Vermont.