Assistant Commissioner, Queens Neighborhood Health

NYC Health Department seeks a dynamic leader to serve as Assistant Commissioner of the newly-established Bureau of Queens Neighborhood Health. This Bureau will contribute to the larger Neighborhood Health Strategy and complement the work of the other Bureaus of Neighborhood Health in Brooklyn, Harlem, and the Bronx. Reporting to the Deputy Commissioner/Chief Equity Officer, the Assistant Commissioner will be tasked with incubating a limited program portfolio in Queens while growing the bureau and supporting its development, including the launch of a Jamaica Health Action Center.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Developing, implementing, and revising the bureau's strategic plan, including logic model, to align with Agency Divisional priorities and measurable outcomes.
• Defining the bureau's vision, mission, and strategic objectives in alignment with other Bureaus of Neighborhood Health.
• Developing performance metrics and evaluation frameworks to assess program effectiveness and impact.
• Overseeing recruitment, onboarding, and development of a high performing team to support bureau programming and operations.
• Establishing organizational structures, workflows, and processes for efficient service delivery.
• Fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability within the bureau.
• Overseeing launch of a Jamaica Health Action Center, including coordination and collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Identifying funding opportunities and leading the development of competitive grant proposals and pitches to secure resources, including in partnership with Agency partners.
• Designing and launching programs that address needs of specific neighborhoods in Queens, driven by data on inequities.
• Engaging with community stakeholders to ensure programs are responsive, equitable, and impactful.
• Representing the bureau, division, and Agency, as needed, and building relationships with internal and external partners.
• Advocating for the bureau's initiatives and priorities within the agency and broader community.
• Partnering closely with other bureaus within CHECW and across the agency to increase neighborhood investments by using data driven strategy, program optimization, and augmenting current available services.
• Serving in an emergency activation role in the agency's Incident Command System and support other emergency operations as needed.

Preferred skills include demonstrated success as a strategic leader capable of designing and driving community engagement strategies and program transformation in a large health equity-oriented program or organization. Demonstrated knowledge about and experience in public health principles, and with specific knowledge pertaining to Social Determinants of Health, place-based programming, program evaluation, and translating evidence to action re: public health programming. Track record of fundraising, including through competitive grant process. Proven experience in creating and implementing programs with measurable outcomes. Knowledge of health and community issues in Queens and/or Staten Island, including familiarity with partners with aligned work. Creative problem-solver who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, highly motivated and able to coordinate multiple projects/tasks. Superior decision-making skills, including demonstratable critical thinking skills and impeccable judgement. Ability to develop and work with budgets, and other financial records. Ability to direct monitoring and evaluation of programmatic work. Experience applying racial equity frameworks and principles to affect systems change.

Why you should work for us:

• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union/benefit fund. A public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. A tax-deferred savings program and a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
• 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 - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

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! The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals.