Director, Violence Prevention Initiatives

Check below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap.Director, Violence Prevention InitiativesDEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENEFull-TimeLocation: QUEENSNo Exam RequiredDepartment: CHECW - HLTH EQTY CAP. BLDG.Salary Range: $95,070.00 - $114,000.00Job DescriptionDivision/Program Summary Description: The Center for Health Equity and Community Wellness (CHECW) aims to eliminate racial inequities resulting in premature mortality, with a focus on chronic disease, by addressing the social and environmental factors that impact health.Position Summary: Reporting to the Sr. Director of Behavioral & Resiliency and serving as the internal agency contact for all program, administrative and fiscal matters pertaining to Violence Prevention Initiatives. Serving as DOHMH's point person to multiple City Agencies, including the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) and other stakeholders to coordinate implementation of Violence Prevention Initiatives.Job Duties and Responsibilities:Serve as internal agency contact for all program, administrative and fiscal matters pertaining to VPI.Serve as DOHMH's point person to multiple City Agencies, including the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), Health and Hospitals, City Council, and other stakeholders to coordinate implementation of Violence Prevention Initiatives.Lead strategic planning and goal setting of VPI with internal and external stakeholders to institutionalize an equity-framed approach to violence prevention in New York City.Direct, supervise and support staff responsible for program implementation, specifically in the areas of training, technical assistance, performance monitoring, research and evaluation, hospital program quality improvement and fiscal planning and spending.Review and finalize all program documents (e.g., policies and procedures manual).Identify and advocate for support and resources for program needs and gaps.Lead publication and dissemination efforts (e.g., white papers, conference presentations).Serve as the lead point of contact for the citywide interagency Gun Violence Prevention Task Force.Contribute actively to the task force mission and goals.Serve as a major contributor to policy development around violence prevention.Connect program partners to public health resources and programming (neighborhood specific).Research and Evaluation Oversight: Lead efforts to develop and implement evaluation and research projects, using qualitative and quantitative methods.Provide oversight around data analytic efforts with support from the data lead.Direct team in building out data infrastructure.Oversee budgeting and fiscal components of program.Plan, manage and monitor spending related to VPI.Minimum Qualifications1. For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health): A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health.To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have:A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; orA master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; orEducation and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in "2" above.NOTE: Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.Preferred SkillsStrong background in applied public health, social justice and community organizing, policy, data reporting/program evaluation, and social service program management. Superior organizational, verbal and written communication skills. Strong experience supervising staff of varying roles, with mentoring as key guiding principle. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Keen judgement in a fast-paced environment with multiple inputs. Flexibility and creativity. Ability to work in ambiguous circumstances.Why You Should Work for UsLoan Forgiveness: You may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs.Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits.Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.Job Security: Enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment.The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2024-11-11