Clerk II

Applications to be submitted by June 25, 2024 Compensation Grade: P09 Compensation Details: Minimum: $38,859.00

• Maximum: $38,859.00 Annually Department (OHEHR) AI

• AIDS Institute About Health Research, Inc. Health Research, Inc. (HRI) contributes to the health and well-being of the people of New York State by complementing and enabling the strategic public health goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities. HRI provides best-in-class resource administration for stakeholders and programs related to the work and priorities of the Department of Health and its other partners.
  
  HRI does this through the provision of knowledge, expertise, funding guidance, and fiduciary oversight of sponsored program funding for public health and research programs in concert with community partnerships. Health Research, Inc. (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! Job Description:
  
  Responsibilities This position will be part of a dynamic team aiding in the AIDS Institute's mission to end epidemics, fight stigma, and promote health for all New Yorkers. The Bureau of HIV/AIDS Epidemiology conducts routine HIV and AIDS surveillance, innovative surveillance projects, and special HIV/AIDS epidemiologic research, including behavioral surveillance of persons at risk for HIV and interview studies of persons receiving medical care for HIV. Data dissemination activities allow the NYSDOH and community agencies to monitor and track the HIV/AIDS epidemic in NYS.
  
  The bureau also provides information to target resources and to evaluate programs. The Clerk II will perform data entry, which includes entering and verifying information into New York State data systems; conduct daily case reviews to determine if incoming documents match to existing cases in the HIV Surveillance System or do not match and need to be assess for additional follow-up; provide clerical support for producing spreadsheets, graphs, presentations, and charts using a variety of software; participate in a bureau wide scanning project to reduce the amount of stored confidential paper case report forms; related duties include scanning, creation of scanning logs, review of scanned documents for viewability, follow storage protocols, and shredding; assist with communications and general office support tasks which include but are not limited to filing, photocopying, phone coverage, and administrative support for the program. Minimum Qualifications Associate's degree in a related field or higher degree in a related field; OR two years of general office, secretarial, or administrative experience.
  
  Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated, strong background in data entry, quality review and handling of sensitive information. Experience organizing, sorting, and merging health data.
  
  Experience identifying data entry errors and standardization of data.
  
  Experience working with confidential, health-related data. Proficiency using software including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel, TEAMS, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat to prepare documents, graphs, slides, presentations, and spreadsheets. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
  
  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. This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location.
  
  Telecommuting will be available. HRI participates in the E-Verify Program. HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce.
  
  HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans www.healthresearch.org As the Executive Director of Health Research, Inc. (HRI), I would like to welcome you to HRI's career page. HRI's mission is to build a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs in support of the New York State Department of Health, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and other entities.
  
  This achievement is made possible through the recruitment of highly talented and qualified individuals. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, we at HRI pride ourselves on our longstanding dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. This commitment is reflected in our equal opportunity employment policy:
  
  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. HRI embraces and values all dimensions of diversity, equity, and inclusion in order to make HRI a welcoming environment and to best serve the needs of the various public health and research programs throughout New York State. HRI is committed to fostering a diverse pool of qualified candidates, and we warmly invite you to apply to any open position(s) that interest you.