10101 - Stellar Farmers Market- Data Entry Specialist (Temporary)

The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to the advancement of the health and well-being of all New Yorkers.  To this end, in partnership with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), FPHNYC incubates innovative public health initiatives implemented by DOHMH to advance community health throughout the city. It facilitates partnerships, often new and unconventional, between government and the private sector to develop, test, and launch new initiatives. These collaborations speed the execution of demonstration projects, effect expansion of successful pilot programs, and support rapid implementation to meet the public health needs of individuals, families, and communities across New York City.

Stellar Farmers Market- Data Entry Specialist (Part Time, Temporary)

(July 1^st through November 24^th)

The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to the advancement of the health and well-being of all New Yorkers.  To this end, in partnership with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), FPHNYC incubates innovative public health initiatives implemented by DOHMH to advance community health throughout the city. It facilitates partnerships, often new and unconventional, between government and the private sector to develop, test, and launch new initiatives. These collaborations speed the execution of demonstration projects, effect expansion of successful pilot programs, and support rapid implementation to meet the public health needs of individuals, families, and communities across New York City.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Healthy Eating Unit within the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s (DOHMH) Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention is seeking up to 2 part-time, temporary, Data Entry Specialists to support data entry for the  Just Say Yes to Fruits and Vegetables Stellar Farmers Markets (SFM), a program funded by the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) via a contract with New York State (NYS) Health Department. SFM provides nutrition education and food workshops to the public at farmers markets that serve New Yorkers with low incomes. The goal of SFM is to increase consumption of fruits and vegetables by building knowledge and skills about healthy eating.

This position will be housed within the Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention (BCDP) which strives to reduce the burden of chronic disease, including heart disease, obesity, and cancer, among New Yorkers. We work to address the impact of structural racism and other injustices that are a root cause of the inequitable prevalence, treatment, and outcomes of chronic diseases in communities of color and among other marginalized communities. BCDP focuses on nutrition, tobacco use, the built environment, screening for cancer, and reducing the incidence and impact of hypertension. BCDP works with partners in government and the community to employ evidence-based policies, programs, communications, and research aimed at shifting environments, changing systems, and promoting health equity. The Bureau sits within the Center for Health Equity and Community Wellness.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Data Entry Specialist will work as part of a team of five people to support the evaluation of the SFM program from July-November 2024. The SFM program collects about 15,000 paper surveys from program participants per season. The Data Entry Specialist will be responsible for accurately entering and maintaining workshop and survey data in an NYS Health Department online data management system, PEARS (Program Evaluation and Reporting System), assisting with creating and delivering reports, communicating any data collection concerns, and will organize and file surveys after entry. The Data Entry Specialist will report to the Senior Program Manager and Healthy Eating Unit Data Analyst. This paid position is part-time and seasonal to coincide with the regional growing season. The selected candidate(s) will be required to commit 2 days per week (Mondays and another weekday) from July to November 2024. In office work is required on Mondays. There is an option for remote work on the second weekday.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enter workshop and participant survey data into an online data management system.
• Organize, maintain, and file paper surveys.
• Identify and communicate data reporting errors.
• Compare data entered with source documents and correct errors when appropriate.
• Promptly communicate any data collection concerns to supervisors and the educator team.
• Assist with creating and delivering monthly and year end data reports, as needed.
• Perform other data related tasks, as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency in MS Excel.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office software.

• Commitment to a minimum of 2 days per week of work (Weekdays only; Mondays in office are required).
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and can focus on a repetitious task for extended periods of time.
• Experience working independently and as part of a team.
• An interest in nutrition and/or public health.

SALARY RANGE

• The part-time position will be hired through a temporary staffing agency at a pay rate of $20 per hour from July through November.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Mondays: 9:00am – 5:00pm

Tuesdays-Fridays:  second workday is flexible, 9:00am - 5pm

Hybrid: In-office Mondays, option for remote work on second weekday.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Location:

This position will be hired through a staffing agency.  This position will require onsite work and trainings at the NYC Health Department office in Long Island City, Queens.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT

You must live in New York City Tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) in order to be considered for a position at FPHNYC.
 

TO APPLY

To apply, upload Resume, including how your experience relates to this position. Applicants who best match the position needs will be contacted. 

The Fund for Public Health in New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages a diverse pool of candidates to apply.