Public Health Specialist II

About the role

Applications to be submitted by November 27, 2026

Compensation Grade

P16

Compensation Details

Minimum: $62,514.00 - Maximum: $62,514.00 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) CEH - Bureau of Environmental & Occupational Epidemiology

Responsibilities

Health Research, Inc. is seeking Public Health Specialist II. The Public Health Specialist II will work within the Birth Defects Lifespan Studies Section in the Bureau of Environmental & Occupational Epidemiology, Center for Environmental Health, New York State Department of Health.

The incumbent will work with hospitals, clinics, and physicians' offices to support surveillance activities involving medical records of individuals identified by practices as having birth defects and/or neuromuscular conditions. The incumbent will review medical records and apply established definitions and eligibility criteria to assist in identifying and abstracting relevant information into databases.

The incumbent will be responsible for assisting with the verification and completeness/accuracy of information and maintaining required logs. The incumbent will also assist in performing quality control checks and perform other appropriate related duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field; OR an associate degree in a related field and two years of experience in public health, human services, or health related program/organization; OR four years of such experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public health or a closely related field
• Experience abstracting medical record data for research
• Knowledge of birth defects and medical record terminology
• Experience using electronic medical record (EMR) platforms
• Familiarity with data entry using a variety of tools
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and Adobe Pro

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.
• Travel up to 25% of the time will be required.

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.
• 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.

Benefits

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.