Health Program Administrator; JR

Health Program Administrator (JR-0001964)

Recruitment began on January 6, 2026

and the job listing Expires on February 6, 2026

The Health Program Administrator will be responsible for fiscal contract activities; providing technical assistance to contractors and statewide stakeholders; monitoring contractor progress and performance; participating in procurements; and performing other appropriate related duties. The incumbent will also contribute to the planning of training and informational webinars, review and track postings to the provider recruitment and retention web site subscribed to by the Office of Rural Health, review data, and prepare correspondence and reports.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years of experience in the administration of personnel, fiscal, or other related operational activity; 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 general experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with grant funding; budget management; processing contracts. Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail in reviewing, formatting, and verifying complex information. Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, conditional formatting) and MS Word (styles, mail merge, templates, automated formatting).

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 10% 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. Telecommuting will be available.
HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans

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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.

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!