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Positions with a designated work location in New York City, Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties will receive a $4,000 annual downstate adjustment (pro-rated for part-time positions).

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Responsibilities

The Health Education Media Specialist III will work within the Bureau of Marketing and Creative Communications, Public Affairs Group (PAG) and will develop education and promotional materials; plan and evaluate mass media and promotion campaigns for specific target audiences on various health issues; plan the purchase of advertising time and space of all media; provide technical guidance to subordinate staff; and lead and assess formative market research, as well as evaluation of health education and promotion materials, approaches and techniques.

The incumbent will also provide guidance to department staff and local health officials on the application of outreach, promotion and mass media to public health issues, problems and/or needs, and serve as liaison with other state agencies, and public and private groups involved in health education and promotion; and other appropriate related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing or advertising or a related field and three years of providing health education and/or developing health promotion materials/media; OR an associate's degree in a related field and five years of such experience; OR seven years of such experience. A master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of such experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in communications, marketing or advertising

• At least three years of experience developing promotional materials in both print media (e.g., brochures, posters, ads,) and digital media (e.g., radio spots and videos).

• Demonstrated ability to communicate difficult technical language in a clear easy to understand manner.

• Demonstrated experience writing and editing technical information in plain language

• Demonstrated materials creation from start to finish.

• Demonstrated project management skills.

• Demonstrated experience managing multiple priorities within tight timeframes

• Demonstrated experience working across teams.

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% 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.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with a combination of onsite and remote work.

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, HRIplays 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!

Work Location Expectations

At HRI, the nature of hybrid and onsite work varies by position. Some roles require full onsite presence, while others allow a hybrid schedule. Managers determine the specific telecommuting expectations for each role based on operational needs and job responsibilities. If designated as hybrid, you will divide your time between working remotely and reporting onsite. Regardless of telecommuting status, all HRI employees must live within a reasonable commuting distance of their official work location and must reside in one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, or Vermont.