10101 - Disease Surveillance Product Manager I

The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to the advancement of the health and well-being of all New Yorkers.  To this end, in partnership with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), FPHNYC incubates innovative public health initiatives implemented by DOHMH to advance community health throughout the city. It facilitates partnerships, often new and unconventional, between the government and the private sector to develop, test, and launch new initiatives. These collaborations speed the execution of demonstration projects, effect expansion of successful pilot programs, and support rapid implementation to meet the public health needs of individuals, families, and communities across New York City.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Division of Information Technology aims to align technology solutions with the DOHMH mission by prioritizing resource use and deploying innovations that facilitate the agency’s day-to-day activities and enhance staff productivity and efficiency. Our goal is to provide users with a reliable, stable, and safe computing environment through the collaboration of the Bureau of Technology Strategy & Project Management, which provides business analysis and IT project management services to define and deliver IT solutions that meet all program needs.  

POSITION OVERVIEW

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) is seeking a Project Manager to manage large-scale, complex, enterprise-wide projects on time and on budget. This role relies on project management experience, technical experience, and sound judgment to plan and accomplish goals. To successfully deliver this project, the following duties will include but not be limited to:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage disease surveillance project initiatives to meet all quality standards and be on time and on budget. Use project management experience, technical experience, and sound judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Oversee the Business Analysis process. Conduct Joint Application Development (JAD) sessions or workshops with business users to elicit information regarding their needs and requirements for enhancements and integration projects. Develop functional requirement documents for small and medium initiatives.
• Develop a project schedule and a rollout plan and oversee deployment into production, including developing a support plan.
• Be responsible for the execution of the project and/or enhancements from start to finish.
• Triage issues and manage production support.
• Assure proper articulation and reporting of project status to stakeholders and executive management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 5 years’ experience as a Project Manager with experience in waterfall project
• management.
• Experience with stakeholder engagement and project management.
• Excellent communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to manage and report complex information.
• Experience with data collection, analysis, and interpretation. Experience with writing and running queries in SQL.
• Desire to grow professionally, develop new skills, and willingness to work outside of my comfort zone.
• Experience working with the public health sector and coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment with hard deadlines.
• Fluency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of .NET applications, Rhapsody, SQL Server, IBM Message Broker, XML, and HL7 is required.

SALARY

• Salary range is $90,000 to $125,000.

WORK SCHEDULE

 9 AM – 5 PM

Monday – Friday

In-Office

Work Location

42-09 28^th Street, Long Island City, NY, 11101

BENEFITS AT A GLANCE

FPHNYC offers a comprehensive benefit package

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
• Medical, dental, and life insurance with low or no employee contribution
• A retirement savings plan with generous employer contribution
• Flexible spending medical and commuter benefits plan
• Meaningful work at an organization striving to advance health equity and social justice

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT

You must live in New York City Tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) in order to be considered for a position at FPHNYC.

TO APPLY

To apply, upload Resume, including how your experience relates to this position. Applicants who best match the position needs will be contacted.

The Fund for Public Health in New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages a diverse pool of candidates to apply.