Health Program Administrator Trainee 1, Health Program Administrator Trainee 2, OR Health Program Administrator (NY HELPS) - 51155

Description

Duties Description

This position will be in the Licensing and Regulatory Compliance unit within the Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement. Duties include processing, tracking and finalizing controlled substance license applications. The incumbent will oversee, process and track controlled substance destruction requests and collection events. The incumbent will work collaboratively with the Federal Drug Enforcement Agency and other partners during Drug Take Back events.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Permanent Transfer Candidates: Current NYS Department of Health employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive, service as a Health Program Administrator, SG18, OR a current NYS employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive, service in a title eligible to transfer under Section 52.6, Section 70.1, or Section 70.4 of the NYS Civil Service Law to Health Program Administrator, SG18, Health Program Administrator Trainee 1, NS, or Health Program Administrator Trainee 2, NS.

Non-Competitive Candidates Via HELPS Program

Health Program Administrator: A bachelor's degree and two years of experience in the administration, supervision and oversight of programs including the design, implementation, administration, management, operation, and assessment of program effectiveness.

Health Program Administrator Trainee 2: A bachelor's degree and one year of experience in the administration, supervision and oversight of programs including the design, implementation, administration, management, operation, and assessment of program effectiveness.

Health Program Administrator Trainee 1: A bachelor's or higher degree.

Substitution: a Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Working knowledge of the New York State and Federal Controlled Substance Acts, how it relates to various medical professions and procedures within healthcare facilities; broad range of administrative skills and experience including but not limited to assisting with personnel; work independently; excellent writing and verbal communication skills; excellent organizational skills and prioritize multiple assignments managing and tracking licensing application processes, work with health care providers, and assure regulatory compliance; problem-solve and develop procedures as well as work with various state agencies and federal partners; be proficient in Microsoft Office products and ability to quickly learn new data management software programs.

Additional Comments

Additional duties include the preparation of written material in the form of internal and external reports, correspondence, and other documents related to program functions, including responding to internal and external stakeholders regarding program policies and regulations. Assist with administrative tasks, operational activities, and other Bureau tasks as needed.

This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.

This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.

Telecommuting is allowed with supervisory/managerial approval. However, telecommuting must not exceed 50% of time per bi-weekly pay period.

NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm