Health Program Administrator / Public Health

SALARY: $65,553 ** Plus Excellent Benefit, Retirement Package & Compensation Plan**

Distinguishing Features of this opportunity are…
The Health Program Administrator performs a broad range of activities in the administration, supervision and

oversight of public health programs including but not limited to the design, implementation, administration,

management, operation, and assessment of program effectiveness. These public health programs include but

are not limited to environmental health, food safety, and epidemiology and community health; Does related

work as required.

Typical illustrative* work activities will include, but are not limited to… 
In cooperation with program supervisors, develops, interprets or modifies policies, procedures,

guidelines, and reporting requirements as needed; handle assignments where there are no clear

precedents as well as interact with the public; and may be responsible for one or more administrative

functions, which varies by size and complexity of the program or bureau. 

Assist in the drafting of local regulations pertaining to health regulatory/surveillance programs and their
standards, including but not limited to sanitary codes. 

Review documents to ensure that all necessary issues have been addressed and are in compliance with
law, rules, or regulation. Documents may include, but are not limited to: grants or contracts, NYSDOH

survey documents, reports and investigations of complaints, reports submitted by outside agencies,

facility specific data reports, and interim fiscal or administrative reports submitted as a contract

requirement. 

Conduct research of rules, regulations, state/federal requirements vis-à-vis public health programs, and
program procedures, and prepare draft changes as needed. 

Act as liaison for administrative processes between Department staff and applicants for grants or
contracts, health care providers, professional organizations, health care associations, health insurance

providers, staff of other agencies, and the general public. 

Reviews periodic and final reports of grant and contract activities. 

In cooperation with senior staff, helps to manage organizational development, change processes, or
specific emergent or long-term projects. (Cont’d – Pg2)


Ensures compliance with program policy and regulation and contributes to the development of effective

and efficient plans for completing the assigned objectives.

• Typical Work Activities are intended only as illustrations of possible types of work that might be appropriately assigned

as long as they can be reasonably understood to be within the logical limits of the job.

Required performance, knowledge, skills and abilities are…
Good knowledge of the principles of public health practice, public health laws and regulations. Working knowledge of

scientific and mathematic principles; Ability to prepare and deliver presentations in a clear, concise and articulate manner;

Ability to analyze and organize data and prepare records and reports; Ability to establish and maintain effective working

relationships with others. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Minimum Qualifications for this position are…
A. Completion of a Master’s Degree in Public Health, Public Administration, or closely related field and two

(2) years of experience in a State, County or City health department; OR

B. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a

Bachelor’s Degree in a Science related field, and four (4) years of experience in a State, County or City health

department.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid New York State Driver’s license or otherwise demonstrate their
ability to meet the transportation needs of the job.

The minimum qualifications for Public Health positions are mandated under New York State Health Code, Rules and

Regulations (NYCRR) Title 10, Part 11.

Participation in Public Health emergency preparedness drills and responses may be required. Select immunizations may be

required at time of appointment or at any time throughout the course of employment according to New York State

Department of Health or other oversight agency requirements.

Qualified candidates may submit their application, resume AND transcripts, by mail or in person as follows:
ATTN: Personnel Officer – Civil Service Division

Saratoga County Human Resources Department

40 McMaster Street

Ballston Spa, New York 12020

Applications will continue to be accepted On a Continuous Basis or until postion is filled
Applications are available in the Human Resources Office or on our website, www.saratogacountyny.gov. Resume MAY

NOT be substituted for Application. No Fax Submissions

**This position will be filled on a “provisional” basis, pending the results of a civil service exam

to be scheduled at a later date.**

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise

participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquires to the Human Resources Office. Saratoga County is an equal opportunity

employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is valued and recognized as a source of strength and enrichment. We

seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, and encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, those with

disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.