Director of Training & Outreach, Bureau of Tuberculosis Control

The Bureau of Tuberculosis Control is seeking a Director of Outreach & Training. The unit director will become part of the Executive Team and will report directly to the Assistant Commissioner. The unit director will be responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating the strategic vision and goals of the Training and Outreach unit. The Director will supervise two units, two-unit Directors, and an increased number of line staff. The Director will be required to liaise with more external partners and stakeholders including the Rutgers Global Tuberculosis Institute Center of Excellence, New York State Department of Health, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The Director will oversee various initiatives and bureau events including WTBD, BW & grant funded opportunities.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO :

• Direct the design and analysis of active tuberculosis (TB) and latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) research projects focused on community and provider outreach to effectively inform community health profiles.
• Present research findings at national conferences, engaging with peers and stakeholders, and take an active role in driving the development of new research initiatives.
• Lead and oversee two program units including the Education and Training Unit and Outreach Unit.
• Oversee and direct provider and community outreach efforts in collaboration with the Director of Outreach.
• Oversee and direct staff education, training, and professional development initiatives in collaboration with the Director of Education and Training.
• Oversee and co-lead the strategic vision and goals of the Coalition for a TB-Free NYC in collaboration with the Director of Outreach and Co-Chairs of the Coalition.
• Oversee collaboration efforts with the Division Rapid Response Operations for BTBC.
• Liaise with the Bureau of Public Health TB Clinics on staff education and provider education initiatives.
• Liaise with the Rutgers Global Tuberculosis Institute Center of Excellence to plan webinars, conferences, and other educational events.
• Oversee and direct the training of CDC Public Health Associate Program participants assigned to Training and Outreach to ensure completion of training requirements.
• Oversee the preparation and completion of ongoing Training and Outreach progress reports for the DOHMH Division of Disease Control, the Centers for Disease Control, and New York State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
• Prepare and present Training and Outreach updates at the BTBC Bureau Update meetings.
• Conduct written and oral presentations on the work of Training and Outreach at local, regional, and national conferences and meetings.
• Serve as the NYC DOHMH BTBC liaison to the CDC TB ETN-PEN Network.
• Co-Lead the Wellness Committee programming for BTBC.
• Participate in initiatives as directed by the Assistant Commissioner.

Preferred Skills :

Why you should work for us :

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV / AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

Commitment to Equity :

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.

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