City/State:
Bronx, New York
Grant Funded:
Yes
Department:
PEDS - Environmental Sciences
Work Shift:
Day
Work Days:
DAYS VARY
Scheduled Hours:
Hours Vary
Scheduled Daily Hours:
Hours Vary
Pay Range:
$36,271.87-$45,339.84
Job Description
The Field Coordinator (FC) is a member of the Department of Pediatrics – Environmental Sciences Lead Poisoning Prevention and Treatment Program at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, New York.
For more than 60 years, the program has provided care to children with lead poisoning. As a designated New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) Downstate Regional Lead Resource Center (RLRC), the program provides support to local Departments of Health (DOHs) throughout the region in their efforts to eliminate childhood lead poisoning and prevent further exposure among lead-poisoned children. The program's service area extends from Sullivan County in the Catskills through Suffolk County on Long Island.
As a member of the Lead Program, the Field Coordinator participates in all program meetings (held virtually) and serves as the primary liaison with each Department of Health in the region to assess and respond to their ongoing needs.
The Field Coordinator plans, coordinates, and manages two annual conferences:
As a member of the RLRC, the Field Coordinator prepares quarterly reports summarizing RLRC activities for submission to the New York State Department of Health.
This is a part-time (0.5 FTE) position - This position is two full day and one half day per week, days to be determined.
Essential Functions
Serve as the primary liaison to regional Departments of Health.
Coordinate communication between the Regional Lead Resource Center and participating agencies.
Plan and execute two annual educational conferences.
Prepare quarterly reports for the New York State Department of Health.
Participate in virtual program meetings and support program initiatives.
Maintain accurate records and documentation related to program activities.
Perform additional administrative and program-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher required
One to three years experience in a similar role preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Basic quantitative and mathematical skills
Core Competencies
Strong organizational skills
Ability to prioritize tasks effectively
Self-starter with strong initiative
Collaborative team player
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Comfortable collaborating with various teams and departments
Public service-oriented mindset
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Preferred Qualifications (Not Required)
Experience in event planning
Knowledge of basic grant procedures
Experience creating flyers, brochures, newsletters, or educational materials (e.g., Canva, Microsoft Publisher, or similar software)
Healthcare exposure (personal or professional)
Experience working with public health, healthcare, academic, or government organizations is a plus.
Montefiore Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
