Senior Contract Coordinator

Applications to be submitted by June 28, 2024 Compensation Grade: P20 Compensation Details: Minimum: $70,795.00

• Maximum: $70,795.00 Annually Department (OPH) CCH - Division of Family Health 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 The Senior Contract Coordinator will be responsible for assisting in coordinating and monitoring Bureau of Health Equity and Community Engagement community-based contracts. The incumbent will work with contractors to contribute to the development of contract work plans, budgets, and budget modifications, identify and support additional contractor technical assistance needs. The incumbent will identify and escalate issues and concerns, as appropriate.
  
  The incumbent will prepare and review narrative reports, complete writing assignments and other duties as assigned. The incumbent will supervise staff and provide support to the Community Wellness Unit. The Bureau of Health Equity and Community Engagement is designed to address the long-standing inequities that have systematically undermined the physical, social, economic, and emotional health of racial and ethnic minority populations and other population groups that are bearing a disproportionate burden of COVID-19.
  
  Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of experience in contract coordination, contract administration or closely related experience; OR an Associate's degree in a related field and four years of such experience; OR six years of such experience. A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience. Preferred Qualifications At least two years of experience managing contracts.
  
  At least one year of experience supervising staff. At least one year of experience working with grassroots/community-based organizations. Experience monitoring and tracking expenditures.
  
  Experience providing technical assistance to contractors through a solution focused lens. Experience with technical writing and professional communications. Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
  Demonstrated experience using Excel. 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%, 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.