Health Program Coordinator l

Applications to be submitted by September 15, 2026

Compensation Grade:

P23

Compensation Details:

Minimum: $90,320.00 - Maximum: $90,320.00 Annually

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).

Department

(OPH) CCH - Division of Chronic Disease Prevention - Bureau of Cancer Epidemiology

Job Description:

Responsibilities

Health Research, Inc. is seeking a Health Program Coordinator I to work within the New York State Cancer Registry (NYSCR), Bureau of Cancer Epidemiology, New York State Department of Health. This role is responsible for ensuring the completeness, timeliness, and accuracy of statewide cancer registry data. The Health Program Coordinator I will provide oversight for the case processing workflow, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including field representatives, case processing supervisors, quality control specialists, research scientists, and IT specialists, to optimize data collection, resolve reporting bottlenecks, and standardize communication with reporting facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years of experience in program coordination in a public health, health, health regulatory, or human services related program; OR an associate’s degree in a related field and five years of such experience; OR seven years of such experience. At least one year of experience must have included supervision of staff and/or program management. A master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification as an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C)

• Experience working in a central cancer registry

• Proficiency in SEER*DMS

• Master’s degree in a related field

• Experience and proficiency with spreadsheets and databases using software applications such as Excel, Access or similar

• Understanding of relational databases and familiarity with writing SQL queries to interpret and summarize data

• Experience developing professional reports and delivering formal presentations

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.

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 is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with a combination of onsite and remote work.

HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans

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, HRI plays 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.