Hybrid Project Manager

at Public Health Solutions

• Job title: Project Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior, Mid level
• Salary: $0 - $90,000 per year
• Degree requirement: No Education Requirement
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Long Island City, United States

About the role

• Project Manager supporting vaccine scheduling system planning for NYC Health Department. Collaborating with multiple stakeholders to enhance public health emergency response.

Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, development, and implementation of a vaccine appointment scheduling and vaccination management system for use during public health emergencies.
• Manage project scope, timelines, milestones, risks, and deliverables to ensure on-time and effective execution.
• Coordinate cross-bureau stakeholders, including IT, operations, subject matter experts, legal, procurement, and external vendors or partners.
• Translate emergency response and operational needs into clear functional and technical system requirements.
• Support evaluation of system solutions, including build vs. buy options, integrations, scalability, and sustainability.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, status reports, workflows, and post-activation or after-action summaries.
• Support system testing, readiness activities, training, and rapid deployment during emergency response activations.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in public health, public administration, information systems, project management, or a related field; or a bachelor’s degree with at least two years of relevant professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects, preferably in public health, emergency preparedness, health IT, or government settings.
• Experience supporting vaccination programs, emergency response operations, or large-scale public health initiatives.
• Familiarity with appointment scheduling systems, data systems, or digital tools used in healthcare or government.
• The ideal candidate for this position must be a pro-active and self-motivated individual with the ability to work in teams and in a highly dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders and timelines.
• Additional Desired Qualities:
• Experience with stakeholder engagement and project management.
• Excellent communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to manage and report complex information.
• Experience managing project risk and preparing presentations to executives.
• Experience supporting budget management activities.
• Experience with data collection, analysis and interpretation.
• Desire to grow professionally, develop new skills and willingness to work outside of comfort zone.
• Experience working with the public health sector and coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize and work in fast-paced environment with hard deadlines.
• Fluency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
• 403(b) + employer matching and discretionary company contributions
• College Savings Plan
• Ongoing trainings and continuous opportunities for professional growth and development