Community Development Coordinator I

Health Research, Inc.

. Carry out the mission and vision of the New York State Department of Health .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeBuffalo • Connecticut • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $90,320 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in community engagement, partnership development, and program management to enhance public health outcomes. Proficient in compliance with grant funding requirements and emergency preparedness mandates.

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Community EngagementProject OversightContract ManagementPublic Health KnowledgeOutreach Initiatives

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Hard Skills

Community DevelopmentEconomic Development ActivitiesUrban PlanningWorkshop DevelopmentTraining DeliveryGrant ComplianceBudget ManagementExpenditure TrackingProgram DevelopmentEmergency Preparedness

Soft Skills

CommunicationPartnership BuildingOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Public HealthHealth LiteracyHealth EquityCommunity-Based OrganizationsOutreach StrategiesLocal Health DepartmentsWorkforce DevelopmentFaith-Based OrganizationsCommunity NetworksService Agreements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Carry out the mission and vision of the New York State Department of Health
Lead and coordinate initiatives aimed at strengthening partnerships across New York State
Engage in outreach strategies for the Community Engagement and Outreach Unit
Coordinate initiatives and activities for the Office of Public Health, Regional Offices, and Local Health Departments
Partner with community-based organizations, workforce development institutions, rural health organizations, faith-based organizations, local governmental agencies, local businesses, and community networks
Ensure programs and funding opportunities reach communities across New York State
Apply community engagement best practices in communications, community capacity building, contract management support, and program development
Develop new partnerships and improve existing partnerships
Communicate and provide guidance on New York State Department of Health emergency preparedness mandates and information
Comply with grant funding requirements, time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of relevant experience; OR Associate's degree in a related field and five years of relevant experience; OR seven years of relevant experience
Relevant experience in a health, human service or community-based organization, including community development or economic development activities, community organizing and mobilization services, urban planning activities, or closely related experience
A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience
At least five years of community engagement or related experience preferred
At least three years of project oversight and contributing to the growth of community programs preferred
At least two years of experience managing multiple projects simultaneously preferred
Experience managing contracts or service agreements, including bids, budgets, work plans, and expenditure tracking preferred
Knowledge of community engagement and/or outreach initiatives preferred
Awareness and understanding of public health issues, emergency preparedness, health literacy and health equity preferred
Experience developing or conducting workshops and providing trainings for people of diverse backgrounds preferred
Experience supporting programs or initiatives designed to improve public health outcomes and access to services preferred
Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required; visa sponsorship is not available
Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location
Must reside in or be willing to relocate to New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts before hire
Travel up to 25% of the time is required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental and vision insurance
Flexible benefit accounts for medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit
Paid federal and state holidays
Paid sick, vacation and personal leave
Tuition support for educational or training opportunities
Participation in the New York State and Local Retirement System
Optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan
Postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees
Employee Assistance Program with educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services