Program Coordinator I (Nutrition)

Applications to be submitted by March 30, 2026Compensation Grade:P23 Compensation Details:Minimum: $86,019.00 - Maximum: $86,019.00 Annually Positions with a designated work location in New York City, Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties will receive a $4,000 annual downstate adjustment (pro-rated for part-time positions). Department(OPH) CCH - Division of Chronic Disease Prevention Job Description: Responsibilities Health Research, Inc. is seeking a Program Coordinator I (Nutrition). This position will serve as a key resource for providing nutrition information for the State Physical Activity and Nutrition Program in the Bureau of Community Chronic Disease Prevention, New York State Department of Health. The incumbent will share knowledge, knowledge and guidance to the team of public health professionals who collectively address nutrition and physical activity through policy, systems, and environmental changes. Duties will include providing guidance to contractors and partners on fruit and vegetable voucher incentive and produce prescription programs, food service guidelines in worksites and community settings, and healthy food standards. Additionally, the incumbent will provide oversight to funded nutrition programs and contractors to ensure objectives are being met and contribute to the nutrition-related aspects of the New York State Prevention Agenda as well as other statewide reports. A Bachelor's degree in nutrition, dietetics or a related field and three years of experience in program coordination; OR an Associate's degree's in a related field and five years of such experience; OR seven years of such experience. At least one year of the experience must have included supervision of staff and/or program management. A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience. Preferred Qualifications Current CDR (CommissiononDieteticRegistration) Registered Dietitian. At least three years of experience in food procurement and/or fruit and vegetable voucher incentive and produce prescription programs or closely related experience. Demonstrated experience administering and implementing community-based initiatives. Demonstrated experience providing training/technical assistance. Demonstrated experience writing professional communications (i.e., letters, reports, agendas, summaries); excellent organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities. Demonstrated experience with meeting planning and facilitation. Knowledge of, or experience with, State/Federal contracts. Conditions of EmploymentGrant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required. Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Travelupto10%ofthetimewill be required. The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with a combination of onsite and remote work.HRI participates in the E-Verify Program. About Health Research, Inc.Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve At HRI, we are on a mission to transform the health and well-being of the people of New York Sta

Created: 2026-04-04