Field Operations Program Liaison, Bureau of School Health

The OSH Operations Unit supports the coordination and implementation of services for OSH and is seeking a self-motivated Field Operations Coordinator with strong problem solving, critical thinking skills, and data management skills to assist in providing data and administrative support.

Duties Will Include But Not Be Limited To

• Maintain inventory of PPE equipment and stock (off site and on site)- including performing complete inventory checks of all stock and equipment on a monthly basis.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners in relation to deliveries, stock availability or any other queries.
• Track and manage inventory supply distribution for bureau staff.
• Coordinate request for equipment/supplies to be stored disposed or returned.
• Coordinate with programs and internal/external procurement to ensure deliveries are accounted for and correctly delivered.
• Coordinate and manage Fit-testing training for school-based staff supporting the medical rooms, including ensuring that the vendor meets compliance as outlined in the contract.
• Manage customer service request promptly and resolve issues timely to ensure staff are supported in the Field.
• Track and manage dissemination of Parking Permits for eligible staff including troubleshooting of issues.
• Represent OSH on site visits to evaluate program needs in the field; making recommendations to resolve identified issues.
• Serve as Safety & Health Liaison for the Bureau.
• Develop tracking reports.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Proven record of initiating and managing complex, interdisciplinary projects involving multiple partners and technologies.
• Extensive experience in mediating among groups with competing perspectives.
• Willingness to travel to field and school sites in accordance with task as needed.
• Able to lift packages up to 45 lbs.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word suite; especially Excel, Access, Word and Outlook.
  
  

Why You Should Work For Us

• Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
• a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
• additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
• a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• a tax-deferred savings program and
• a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
• Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
  
  

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.

Minimum Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
• High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.
  
  

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.