*The Bureau of Hepatitis, HIV and STIs (BHHS) oversees and coordinates the NYC Health Department's response to the HIV epidemic. Units within the Bureau include HIV Prevention (HIV testing, promotion of biomedical prevention), Care and Treatment (Ryan White, care coordination, research and evaluation), Epidemiology (surveillance, partner services), Clinical Operations and Technical Assistance, Social Marketing and Community Engagement (social marketing & digital media, community engagement, condom distribution), Policy & External Affairs (intergovernmental affairs, policy planning). The work of the Bureau includes policy development, direct administration of programs, oversight of contracted programs, community participatory planning, provider outreach and education, research, and surveillance, all with the goal of preventing new infections and supporting New York City residents living with HIV/AIDS. The Clinical Operations and Technical Assistance program (COTA) works to measure, report on, and improve the quality of prevention and care services delivered to people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWH) as well as those at risk for HIV infection. In order to do so, the COTA program engages in a variety of activities including clinical and non-clinical provider trainings, assessment of clinical venues via site visits and survey assessments, provision of targeted technical assistance (TA), and production of reports and presentations on findings and implications, and engagement with internal and external partners. Within COTA there is a Training and Technical Assistance Program (T-TAP) that delivers training and TA support to community-based organizations, clinical and non-clinical providers locally.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

Deliver culturally and linguistically sensitive trainings on topics including but not limited to: HIV 101, PrEP and PEP Education, Enhanced Outreach, Motivational Interviewing, and related topics that maximize the population's awareness of HIV status, access to and use of prevention, HIV testing, and sexual health services, engagement and retention in prevention and/or medical care.

Assist with conducting research in the development of training content/curriculum based on the evolving needs of BHHS using applied knowledge of training practices and the principles of adult learning.

Work closely with training manager in conducting research for literature reviews and developing training-related abstracts.

Partner with BHHS Programs to understand current BHHS activities that can inform the development of training and TA activities. Assist with the implementation of training related procedural and quality improvement protocols.

Assist in research projects on training efforts and practices.

Assist in the scheduling of training and technical assistance activities.

Work closely with the training manager on assigning and contacting internal DOHMH and/or external content experts/trainers to provide trainings.

Work closely with training manager to coordinate curricula review activities as needed.

Represent the BHIV, as requested, at both relevant internal and external meetings.

Perform ad-hoc duties as may be assigned by supervisor.


**IMPORTANT NOTES TO ALL CANDIDATES:

Please note: If you are called for an interview you will be required to bring to your interview copies of original documentation, such as:
- A document that establishes identity for employment eligibility, such as: A Valid U.S. Passport, Permanent Resident Card/Green Card, or Driver’s license.

- Proof of Education according to the education requirements of the civil service title.

- Current Resume

- Proof of Address/NYC Residency dated within the last 60 days, such as: Recent Utility Bill (i.e. Telephone, Cable, Mobile Phone)

Additional documentation may be required to evaluate your qualification as outlined in this posting’s “Minimum Qualification Requirements” section. Examples of additional documentation may be, but not limited to: college transcript, experience verification or professional trade licenses.

If after your interview you are the selected candidate you will be contacted to schedule an on-boarding appointment. By the time of this appointment you will be asked to produce the originals of the above documents along with your original Social Security card.

**LOAN FORGIVENESS


"FINAL APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET APPROVAL”

1. For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health.
To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have:
1. A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or
2. A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in "2" above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in "1" and "2" above.

NOTE:
Probationary Period
Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.

Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills. Must have knowledge of HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment. A minimum of 5 years of experience in training preferred. Expertise in training delivery. Keen attention to detail and ability to handle multiple and diverse assignments. Preferred candidates will have strong organizational and project management skills advanced knowledge of high impact HIV prevention activities Motivational Interviewing an appreciation for data quality, research and program quality management an ability to manage projects such as coordination of workshops/trainings and development and design of questionnaires ability to oversee the designing of materials, handouts, questionnaires ability to conduct research related to training to produce literature reviews and conduct abstract development and a diplomatic ability to navigate within institutions such as Health Departments and Community Based Organizations with different needs. This role also demands an ability to work effectively with a diverse staff of trainers, planners, capacity-building experts, clinicians, program managers and service providers within the DOHMH and at external agencies, including the CDC.

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.

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.