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Hourly Project Assistant II (Internship) JR-0000790

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!

Job Description:

Responsibilities

This position is designed to introduce students to the field of public health emergency preparedness through working with the CNY Regional Office (CNYRO) Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) Representatives. The Hourly Project Assistant II will work with the PHEP Representatives to support preparedness goals and activities to provide support in the review and update of emergency preparedness plans, regional annual hazard vulnerability assessments, and other activities as identified by regional, state, and federal priorities. This role will assist in the compilation and review of After-Action Reports (AAR) to improve regional plans, as well as coordination, implementation, and tracking of HEPC exercises and drills; assist to prepare and monitor correspondence between health emergency preparedness partners via shared email account, listservs, and Health Commerce System applications; assist with the coordination and integration of CNY Region emergency preparedness planning, training, exercises, and other activities. These activities will include participation on special workgroups and committees to ensure CNY Region preparedness and response capabilities are included in the Department’s and Regional Office’s emergency planning and response efforts, including but not limited to the New York State Department of Health’s All Hazards Planning Workgroup and other workgroups as identified. The incumbent will provide assistance to analyze site-specific data for departmental presentations and reports; assist staff to create presentations, fact sheets, data tables using analyzed site-specific data and assist with other appropriate related duties, as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

An associate’s, bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience organizing, consolidating and preparing narrative and numerical information into clear, logical reports. Experience analyzing written and published program material and draw conclusions concerning its impact. Experience using computer software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams. Experience developing presentational materials and communicating information through presentations, trainings, or meeting environments.

Conditions of Employment
Grant funded, hourly position expected to last through 08/30/2024. 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 10% 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 not 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