Schuyler County – Public Health Specialist

Staffing Solutions Organization LLC (SSO), an affiliate of Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG), is focused on delighting clients with world-class managed staffing and talent consulting services. SSO is committed to a diverse workforce, which is a reflection of our clients and the people they serve.

As a Public Health Specialist (Program Assistant) supporting the Schuyler County Health Department, you will assist with daily program operations, basic data tasks, community outreach activities, and general administrative support. This role helps strengthen local public health capacity by ensuring programs run smoothly, information is well-organized, and staff have the support needed to carry out public health initiatives.

Position Specific Responsibilities include:

Working under the direction of the Public Health Director, Deputy Director, and program staff, the Public Health Specialist (Program Assistant) will help ensure programs align with county and state public health priorities, respond to emerging community needs, and promote equitable access to public health services. Position-specific responsibilities may include:

• Assist the Public Health Director, Deputy Director, and program staff with routine tasks that support county public health programs and services.
• Provide general support for public health initiatives such as chronic disease prevention, maternal and child health, emergency preparedness, and environmental health activities.
• Support preparation of basic program materials such as summaries, data tables, outreach handouts, meeting notes, and simple reports
• Assist with scheduling, preparing materials, and taking notes for program meetings, partner workgroups, and trainings.
• Maintain organized files, documentation, and records to support program tracking and meet county and NYSDOH requirements.
• Help coordinate outreach activities, including assembling materials, supporting event logistics, and communicating with community partners as directed.
• Provide administrative support during public health emergencies or infectious disease responses, such as assisting with data entry, call tracking, or distributing materials.
• Assist with other duties as assigned

Candidates with the ability to work on-site or in a hybrid capacity at the Schuyler County Health Department are preferred.

Qualifications  

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree is preferred. Experience in public health and/or clinical medicine a plus.
• Must be a NYS resident with familiarity of NYS geography; cities/towns/locations.
• Preference given to those who live within commuting distance of the official work location.
• Familiarity with and experience working in a health system in NYS is preferred. This includes, but is not limited to, hospitals, health care providers, health regulatory organizations, or schools.
• A flexible, adaptive, and composed attitude with the ability to interact professionally with culturally diverse individuals.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Critical thinking and sound judgment required.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Experience leading tracking and reporting processes.
• Proficiency with computers including data entry into electronic tracking systems and running summary reports.
• Phenomenal work ethic with a positive attitude.
• Employment is contingent on completion of a background check by NY State.

Compensation for roles at Staffing Solutions Organization LLC (SSO) varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, SSO provides a reasonable range of compensation for this role. In addition, SSO provides a range of benefits for this role.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship including H-1B sponsorship) by SSO. Under the federal laws relating to the F-1 STEM EAD program, SSO may be able to support a STEM EAD extension application at the sole discretion of your Designated School Official. This does not guarantee that any STEM EAD extension application will be approved.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Staffing Solutions Organization LLC is an E-Verify participant.