New York State Department of Health
Health Education Media Specialist 3 - 99919
New York State Department of Health, Albany, New York, United States
Health Education Media Specialist 3 – 99919
Base Pay Range: $86,681.00/yr – $109,650.00/yr (provided by New York State Department of Health)
Job Description3> Major Function: Outreach & Events
Identify and build partnerships with organizations in the upstate region to increase NYSOH visibility and develop scalable statewide outreach campaigns
Build and maintain partnership contact database; identify opportunities to expand partnerships and program visibility
Assist in facilitating NY State of Health's presence at various events (professional conferences, community/cultural events, job fairs, events hosted by legislators) with an informational booth, presentation, and/or other sponsorship opportunities
Major Function: Communications & Marketing
Draft editorial content for internal and external platforms, including reports, publications, social media, and other communications requests
Assist in developing talking points, press statements, and communications supporting NYSOH events/outreach, program priorities, and other marketing needs
Work with outreach partners and stakeholders on marketing materials and branding opportunitiesli>
Major Function: Digital Content/Maintenance
Support ongoing digital content updates that enhance user experience and enrollment pathways
Collaborate with IT partners to ensure websites are updated, consumer‑friendly, and accessible
Ensure that outreach events are posted across digital platforms and can be easily accessed
Major Function: Project Management
Serve as subject matter expert and internal resource for NY State of Health
Lead key projects ensuring adherence to NYS DOH processes and policies
Identify opportunities to streamline and improve project outputs across departmental initiatives
Non‑Competitive Minimum Qualifications
Seven years experience in the preparation and distribution of health education or health promotion materials in both print media (e.g. brochures, posters, ads, newsletters) and electronic media (e.g. radio and TV public service announcements, videos, interactive computer programs)
Associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; bachelor’s degree for four years; master’s for five years; doctorate for six years
Competitive Minimum Qualifications
Current NYS DOH employee with a permanent or contingent‑permanent, competitive status as a Health Education Media Specialist 3, G23
Provisional appointment: optional temporary provisional appointment if no eligible list; requires meeting non‑competitive minimums or current NYS employee with one year experience in a permanent or contingent‑permanent, competitive status as a Health Education Media Specialist 2
If three or fewer promotional candidates respond, agency may nominate qualified employee for non‑competitive promotion as per Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law
Preferred Qualifications
Highly organized, detail oriented, strong interpersonal skills, effective time management, adaptable to changing deadlines and priorities, able to handle complex details and timelines
Excellent communication, writing, and editing skills with familiarity with public health insurance programs
Experience in community outreach in a non‑profit, social service, academia, or government organization required; additional experience in event coordination/logistics preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and popular meeting platforms (Zoom, WebEx)
Strong understanding of New York State, especially its upstate regions
Some travel may be required
Multilingual preferred
Position may report in NYC or Albany
Benefits
Holiday & Paid Time Off
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
Shift & Geographic pay differentials
Affordable Health Care options
Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
NYS Deferred Compensation plan
Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
And many more…
Additional Information This position is being recruited in both New York City and Albany; the position may be filled at either location. The position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.
We offer a work‑life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary.
Accommodation and Immigration To complete a job application, a job interview or otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518‑486‑1812 or email doh.sm.reasonable.accommodation@health.ny.gov with a request for reasonable accommodation. NYS Department of Health does not participate in E‑Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
Salary & Promotion For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
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Job Description3> Major Function: Outreach & Events
Identify and build partnerships with organizations in the upstate region to increase NYSOH visibility and develop scalable statewide outreach campaigns
Build and maintain partnership contact database; identify opportunities to expand partnerships and program visibility
Assist in facilitating NY State of Health's presence at various events (professional conferences, community/cultural events, job fairs, events hosted by legislators) with an informational booth, presentation, and/or other sponsorship opportunities
Major Function: Communications & Marketing
Draft editorial content for internal and external platforms, including reports, publications, social media, and other communications requests
Assist in developing talking points, press statements, and communications supporting NYSOH events/outreach, program priorities, and other marketing needs
Work with outreach partners and stakeholders on marketing materials and branding opportunitiesli>
Major Function: Digital Content/Maintenance
Support ongoing digital content updates that enhance user experience and enrollment pathways
Collaborate with IT partners to ensure websites are updated, consumer‑friendly, and accessible
Ensure that outreach events are posted across digital platforms and can be easily accessed
Major Function: Project Management
Serve as subject matter expert and internal resource for NY State of Health
Lead key projects ensuring adherence to NYS DOH processes and policies
Identify opportunities to streamline and improve project outputs across departmental initiatives
Non‑Competitive Minimum Qualifications
Seven years experience in the preparation and distribution of health education or health promotion materials in both print media (e.g. brochures, posters, ads, newsletters) and electronic media (e.g. radio and TV public service announcements, videos, interactive computer programs)
Associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; bachelor’s degree for four years; master’s for five years; doctorate for six years
Competitive Minimum Qualifications
Current NYS DOH employee with a permanent or contingent‑permanent, competitive status as a Health Education Media Specialist 3, G23
Provisional appointment: optional temporary provisional appointment if no eligible list; requires meeting non‑competitive minimums or current NYS employee with one year experience in a permanent or contingent‑permanent, competitive status as a Health Education Media Specialist 2
If three or fewer promotional candidates respond, agency may nominate qualified employee for non‑competitive promotion as per Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law
Preferred Qualifications
Highly organized, detail oriented, strong interpersonal skills, effective time management, adaptable to changing deadlines and priorities, able to handle complex details and timelines
Excellent communication, writing, and editing skills with familiarity with public health insurance programs
Experience in community outreach in a non‑profit, social service, academia, or government organization required; additional experience in event coordination/logistics preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and popular meeting platforms (Zoom, WebEx)
Strong understanding of New York State, especially its upstate regions
Some travel may be required
Multilingual preferred
Position may report in NYC or Albany
Benefits
Holiday & Paid Time Off
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
Shift & Geographic pay differentials
Affordable Health Care options
Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
NYS Deferred Compensation plan
Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
And many more…
Additional Information This position is being recruited in both New York City and Albany; the position may be filled at either location. The position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.
We offer a work‑life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary.
Accommodation and Immigration To complete a job application, a job interview or otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518‑486‑1812 or email doh.sm.reasonable.accommodation@health.ny.gov with a request for reasonable accommodation. NYS Department of Health does not participate in E‑Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
Salary & Promotion For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
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