New York State Department of Health Announces Open Positions with State’s Pioneering Public Health Corps

New York State Department of Health Announces Open Positions with State’s Pioneering Public Health Corps

The New York State Department of Health is continuing efforts to recruit fellows into the New York State Public Health Corps (NYSPHC), a first-in-the-nation program created to strengthen local and statewide workforce capacities to better respond to future public health emergencies. The NYSPHC was established in 2021 in response to the emergent needs presented by the COVID-19 pandemic.

NYSPHC fellows work on a variety of public health projects, including support for the state’s continuing COVID-19 response and recovery, and other work that reinforces the state’s preparedness for future public health emergencies, like those experienced during the recent mpox outbreak and polio response. The program also enables fellows to build connections, educate on key strategies and effectively communicate with New Yorkers during public health emergencies.

The NYSPHC has now identified more than 500 open fellow positions across the state, with many local health departments actively recruiting or preparing to recruit NYSPHC Fellows. The NYSPHC Program is an excellent opportunity for college and advanced degree graduates interested in public health

to transition from the classroom into the workforce. Individuals with training in public health, medicine, dentistry, nursing, pharmacology/pharmacy, allied health, social services, communications and information technology, logistics planning, education and emergency health programs are encouraged to apply.

When selected for the NYSPHC Program, fellows can invest in professional development opportunities, including the Public Health Essentials Certificate Program, which was created by Cornell University’s Master of Public Health Program. This innovative experiential learning course, taught by Cornell University professors, aims to equip learners from diverse professional and educational backgrounds with the tools and skills needed to excel in the field of public health. This benefit is provided to all NYSPHC Fellows at no cost.

The NYSPHC Program is also looking for volunteers to mentor fellows. Mentors serve as role models and provide support and guidance to Fellows. Mentors can be current public health professionals or individuals who have experience working in public health at the local, state or federal level. All individuals interested in serving as a mentor are encouraged to complete the Mentor Nomination Form available on the NYSPHC website.

For more information on which counties are recruiting for NYSPHC Fellows and to apply visit www.ny.gov/publichealthcorps.