Department of Health (Albany, NYPORTS) - Public Health Fellow III (Epidemiology and Data, Public Health Infrastructure Development) In 2021, the New York State Public Health Corps (NYSPHC) Fellowship Program was formed to support New York State public health preparedness and response related to the COVID-19 pandemic and other public health emergencies. In August 2024, the next cohort of NYSPHC Fellows will be mobilized across New York State to 1) provide critical support and services to the New York State Department of Health, local health departments (LHD), and community-based sites in response to both current and future public health emergencies, (2) build effective communication and messaging throughout the State to support key strategies addressing public health efforts, and (3) facilitate connections among the community level public health stakeholders required to strengthen and sustain public health learning and action partnerships. Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG), as the project manager, and its affiliate, Staffing Solutions Organization LLC (SSO), have partnered with NYSPHC for SSO to recruit and hire Fellows for the 2024-2026 Public Health Corps Cohort. Applicants MUST submit the following components with their application:ResumeStatement of Purpose – Upload under “Cover Letter” section of application, 500 words or less2 Professional References – Upload under “Additional Documents” section of application Responsibilities As a Public Health Fellow III, you are responsible for working with the designated host organization to provide specialized professional services related to public health priorities. The Public Health Fellow III will have an onsite presence based on the needs of the host organization. The host organization may require up to 100 percent onsite work and/or local travel. Comply with NYSPHC requirements, including successfully completing Cornell University’s Public Health Essentials Certificate Course and University of Miami’s Building Expertise in Administration and Management Certificate course. Comply with PCG project and SSO employment and program requirements. Focus efforts in at least one of the following areas: communications; emergency preparedness and response; epidemiology; laboratory; policy development; program and organizational management; and stakeholder engagement. Responsibilities and tasks may include: May perform supervisory work coordinating small teams or providing other monitoring and maintenance support services. Collaborate with, establish, and maintain appropriate partnerships and resources, including community organizations and schools, based on host organization needs. Coordinate public health investigations and surveillance activities to gather information on COVID-19, emerging or future public health threats, and/or chronic or communicable diseases. Develop and provide public health education, training, and outreach programs. Evaluate and assess data required by the host organization. Prepare written summaries, reports, and action plans. Plan, create, and disseminate communications for public health outreach. Educate and facilitate the public in obtaining appropriate services. Communicate regularly with the NYSDOH Fellowship Placement Coordinator. Other duties, as assigned. Fellowship Position Specific Description The Department of Health (Albany) Public Health Fellow III will work in the area of Epidemiology and Data with a focus in public health infrastructure development. This position is located in Albany, NY at the Corning Tower Department of Health Office. The Fellow will support the New York Patient Occurrence Reporting Tracking System (NYPORTS) Program, which oversees reporting on the NYPORTS online application, which is a mandatory, confidential, adverse event reporting system for all general hospitals and diagnostic and treatment centers licensed by DOH. The NYPORTS program is seeking a nurse with at least a Masters-level education and post-graduate experience working in a clinical setting, including direct experience in hospital and/or diagnostic and treatment center locations. The Fellow will primarily review adverse event submissions, assess Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) submitted by facilities that had a reportable adverse event, and perform education and outreach to licensed facilities to further strengthen the program's role in improving health care quality through non-punitive measures and best practice development. Specific functions will include: Review and coordinate adverse events requiring Root Cause Analysis. Develop and formalize all NYPORTS Program policies and procedures, including the active participation in Internal Control activities. Participate in the development of policies, procedures and training materials, and data report verification and coordination with the OPCSHM Data Management, Analysis and Research (DMAR) Group on annual statistical summaries, facility data requests and ad hoc reports. Utilize data reports from DMAR to perform outreach, education and technical assistance to hospitals and Diagnostic & Treatment Centers to improve reporting compliance and to strengthen the reporting facility’s event investigation, quality of RCA submission and implementation of corrective measures. This position is up to 50% remote after 1 month of full in-person training. Minimum Qualifications At least one of the following: Three years of experience within a health, public health, education, human services, community-based organization, or institutional setting Three years of experience in administrative, personnel, fiscal, or other related operational activity Master's degree Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills, as well as the ability to lead effectively in a team environment. Proficiency with computers, which can include but not limited to word processing, email, data entry, using spreadsheets and databases, and creating presentations. Critical thinking and sound judgment. A flexible, adaptive, and composed attitude with the ability to interact professionally with culturally diverse individuals. Phenomenal work ethic with a positive attitude. Employment is contingent on completion of a background check. Must be able to meet position requirements, including reporting for onsite work or local travel as required. If a fully remote position, must have reliable internet access.