Health Program Administrator - 59547

Health Program Administrator - 59547

Date Posted: 10/02/26

Applications Due: 10/16/26

Vacancy ID: 226226

Basics

NY HELPS: No

55-b/c Eligible: Yes

Agency: Health, Department of

Title: Health Program Administrator - 59547

Occupational Category: Administrative or General Management

Salary Grade: 18

Bargaining Unit: PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary Range: From $56183 to $88970 Annually

Employment Type: Full-Time

Appointment Type: Contingent Permanent

Internship: No

Jurisdictional Class: Competitive Class

Travel Percentage: 10%

Schedule

Workweek: Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week: 37.5

From: 9 AM

To: 5 PM

Flextime allowed?: No

Mandatory overtime?: No

Compressed workweek allowed?: Yes

Telecommuting allowed?: Yes

Location

County: Albany

Street Address: Office of Professional Medical Conduct
Riverview Center, 150 Broadway

City: Albany

State: NY

Zip Code: 12204

Job Specifics

Duties Description: Under the general direction of the Program Research Specialist 2 (PRS2), the Health Program Administrator (HPA) will be responsible for the processing of Confidential Data Requests, overseeing the collection of medical malpractice reporting, as well as preparing and disseminating statutorily mandated and program required reports following analysis and approval by the PRS2. The HPA also assists in preparing and disseminating newly developed reports by the PRS2 and responding to ad hoc requests.

The job duties of the HPA may include, but are not limited to:

Creating annual reporting schedules for and processing of routine and ad hoc reports, tracking processed reports and dissemination dates, quality checking entries into the case management system, and tracking and auditing of the unit’s annual performance measures;

Assisting with the administration of the contract related to the statutorily mandated New York State Physician Profile including but not limited to liaising between the vendor and OPMC or OPMC and physicians to respond to any inquiries or requirements, receiving from the vendor and preparing data files for analysis by the PRS2, and coordinating with CAMU to assist physicians with access to the Health Commerce System to update their profile;

Retrieve and process Confidential Data Requests;

Assisting with the administration of the Medical Malpractice Data Collection System which may include but is not limited to liaising between OPMC and mandated reporters regarding any inquiries related to required reporting, coordinating with entities to identify coordinators and assist with facilitating permissions and database training; and review of permissions

Work with unit supervisor and unit director on developing and updating policies and procedures for the unit;

Other duties as assigned by the PRS2 or Director of RDA

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 current NYS employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent service in a position eligible to transfer under Section 52.6, Section 70.1, or Section 70.4 of the NYS Civil Service Law to Health Program Administrator Trainee 1, NS, Health Program Administrator Trainee 2, NS, or Health Program Administrator, SG18.

Non-Competitive Candidates via NY HELPS:
Health Program Administrator Trainee 1, NS: Four years of experience in the administration, supervision, and oversight of programs including but not limited to the design, implementation, administration, management, operation, and assessment of program effectiveness; OR an associate's degree and two years of experience OR, a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree.

Health Program Administrator Trainee 2, NS: Five years of experience in the administration, supervision, and oversight of programs including but not limited to the design, implementation, administration, management, operation, and assessment of program effectiveness; OR, an associate's degree and three years of experience; OR a bachelor's degree and one year of experience; OR a master's, or doctoral degree.

Health Program Administrator, SG18: Six years of experience in the administration, supervision, and oversight of programs including but not limited to the design, implementation, administration, management, operation, and assessment of program effectiveness; OR, an associate's degree and four years of experience; OR a bachelor's degree and two years of experience; OR a master's and one year of experience; OR a doctoral degree.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience working with relational databases
• Well versed with technology such as Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with Structured Query Language (SQL), Microsoft Access, Crystal Reports and/or SAS data analysis software, and Excel
• Adept at integrating information from multiple data sources into one written report or tabulation
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize
• Strong attention to detail, problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Additional Comments: When reviewing qualifications, omissions and vagueness cannot be interpreted in the candidate’s favor. Candidates are responsible for providing accurate and clear descriptions of their experience demonstrating how they meet the minimum qualifications.

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.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

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

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email [email protected] to make a request.

The 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 of the position (beginning of the salary range). 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.

How to Apply

Name: Human Resources Management Group, PC/HPA/59547

Telephone: 518-486-1812

Fax: 518-473-3395

Email Address: [email protected]

Street: Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217

City: Albany

State: NY

Zip Code: 12237

Notes on Applying: Please submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to [email protected], with Reference PC/HPA/59547 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, PC/HPA/59547, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.