Senior Program Planner, Bureau of Public Health Clinics

Job Description

The Bureau of Public Health Clinics (BPHC) Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) has the mission of improving the sexual heath of all New Yorkers. To achieve this the Bureau provides direct clinic services to people seeking sexual health care, and services to sex partners; monitors disease trends; provides education and training to providers and community groups, conducts research and develop policies to improve sexual health and wellness. The BPHC STI operates 8 Sexual Health Clinics throughout New York City (NYC).

The BPHC STI is seeking to hire a Senior Program Planner, who will report directly to the Senior Director of Programs.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

Studies and evaluates literature in implementation science and apply evidence based interventions and scientific knowledge to program planning processes.

Disseminate results of program evaluation through abstracts, webinars, presentations, manuscripts or other relevant products.

Coordinate ongoing monitoring of current programs and initiatives, ensuring they remain effective and aligned with organizational goals.

Collaborate with internal teams to analyze program impact and identify opportunities for improvement.

Track grant deliverables, key milestones, performance measures, and reporting requirements to support compliance and strategic decision making.

Facilitate program updates and ensure timely communication of changes across relevant teams.

Work with colleagues to establish performance measures and develop plans for continuous, data-driven monitoring.

Participate in evaluation activities, incorporating findings into program planning and improvement recommendations.

Identify funding opportunities and sustainability strategies to support long-term program operations.

Disseminate best practices through abstracts, implementation toolkits, capacity-building activities, technical assistance, or similar products that strengthen program performance and knowledge sharing.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Experience designing or monitoring public health programs, including developing performance measures and tracking milestones.

• Strong analytical skills, including ability to interpret evaluation findings, program data, and grant deliverables.

• Ability to synthesize information and communicate updates effectively across teams and leadership levels.

• Familiarity with grant management, reporting requirements, and funding landscapes for public health programs.

• Skill in identifying program improvement opportunities and supporting continuous quality enhancement.

• Experience developing best practice materials such as toolkits, abstracts, or technical assistance products.

• Strong strategic thinking abilities, especially related to program sustainability and long-term planning.

• Ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams and support shared decision-making processes.

• Commitment to health equity, social justice, and ensuring that program planning, monitoring, and dissemination efforts advance equitable health

outcomes and center community needs.

CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST - 21744

Qualifications

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.

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.

Salary Min: $ 98,159.00

Salary Max: $112,995.00