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Principal Administrative Associate

  1. DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE
Posted on: 05/16/2025
  1. Full-time

Location

NYC-ALL BOROS

  1. Exam may be required

Department

TB DICM

$53,370.00 – $61,376.00

Job Description

ONLY PERMANENT EMPLOYEES IN THE TITLE AND THOSE THAT ARE REACHABLE ON THE PRINCIPAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE CIVIL SERVICE LIST ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY.

Division/Program Summary:
The mission of the Bureau of Tuberculosis Control (BTBC) is to prevent the spread of tuberculosis and to eliminate it as a public health problem in New York City.

Position Summary:
The office of Disease Investigation and Case Management (DICM) is seeking to fill the role of Principal Administrative Associate. Reporting to the Director of DICM; the Principal Administrative Associate (PAA) level I will provide high-level administrative support interacting with line staff and upper management, including the commissioner's office.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to DICM, including schedule appointments/meetings and book meeting rooms using appropriate software.
- Coordinate training events for DICM including, Public Health Advisor Day Seminar, Supervisor's Quarterly Meeting, Quarterly Network meetings and other related training events as necessary.
- Coordinate activities with managers, supervisors, BPHC TB clinics, Surveillance and Epidemiology, Administration, Policy and Planning, Education and Outreach, and Medical Affairs.
- Performing audits of selected reports and activities in the TB registry.
- Maintain selected databases.
- Manage calendar for the director and serve as point person for scheduling meetings with senior management.
- Collect, Coordinate, and organize agenda items for meetings.
- Under direction, create spreadsheets, draft letters and memoranda using Microsoft software.
- Perform ad hoc assignments and special projects as necessary to facilitate patient care and smooth operation of the office.
- Draft Job postings / Justification memos.
- Track staff training requirements and compliance.
- Assist with data entry and tracking of program metrics
- Provide customer service to internal and external stakeholders.


Why you should work for us:

- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o 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!

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.

PRINCIPAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOC - 10124


Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and three years of satisfactory full-time progressively responsible clerical/administrative experience, one year of which must have been in an administrative capacity or supervising staff performing clerical/administrative work of more than moderate difficulty; or
2. An associate degree or 60 semester credits from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory full-time progressively responsible clerical/administrative experience including one year of the administrative supervisory experience described in "1" above; or
3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and five years of satisfactory full-time progressively responsible clerical/administrative experience including one year of the administrative supervisory experience as described in "1" above;
4. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1", "2", or "3" above. However, all candidates must possess the one year of administrative or supervisory experience as described in "1" above. Education above the high school level may be substituted for the general clerical/administrative experience (but not for the one year of administrative or supervisory experience described in "1" above) at a rate of 30 semester credits from an accredited college for 6 months of experience up to a maximum of 3½ years.


Preferred Skills

- Strong problem- solving skills. - Ability to manage competing priorities and track progress to adhere to set timelines. - Have experience working with homeless, and diverse patient population. - Proficient in using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. - Excellent interpersonal skills. - Ability to handle multiple and diverse assignments.
55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information

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.

Job ID

714799

Title code

10124

Civil service title

PRINCIPAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOC

Title classification

Competitive-1

Business title

Principal Administrative Associate

Posted until

2025-09-12

  1. Experienced (non-manager)

Job level

01

Number of positions

1

Work location

30-30 47TH AVE

  1. Health

Principal Administrative Associate

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