The School Compliance Unit (SCU) is responsible for monitoring and enforcing compliance with school immunization requirements among children and students enrolled in childcare centers and schools (grades kindergarten through 12) in New York City (NYC). The unit covers more than 1.2 million students enrolled in roughly 5,381 public and non-public schools and childcare centers throughout NYC. The mission of the Bureau of Immunization (BOI) is to prevent the occurrence and transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs) through comprehensive immunization programs. BOI promotes immunization across the lifespan from infancy through adulthood, works to eliminate disparities in vaccination coverage through data evaluation and support of equitable vaccination services, and actively responds to VPD outbreaks to mitigate their spread and impact on communities. The School Compliance Unit (SCU) supports policy implementation by translating regulatory requirements into clear, actionable guidance for schools, maintains surveillance and data systems to monitor compliance trends, identify risks, and inform decision-making, advances equity-focused practices by ensuring compliance processes are fair, transparent, and supportive of all student populations, while also guiding the strategic use of resources to strengthen accountability and continuous improvement; serving as a bridge between school leadership and families, ensures that compliance expectations are clearly communicated and that reporting requirements are consistently understood and met.
The Public Health Adviser II (PHA II) reports to the Supervising Public Health Adviser (SPHA) and serves as part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for monitoring and enforcing school immunization requirements throughout New York City. The PHA II reviews student immunization records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable public health regulations; communicates compliance concerns with principals, school administrators, and staff; provides audit summaries and feedback to schools and daycare centers; and supports outbreak investigations and response activities, as needed.
Position Summary: The Public Health Adviser II (PHA II) reviews student immunization records to ensure compliance with New York State and New York City public health regulations. Completes New York State mandated School Immunization Surveys accurately and within required deadlines. Assists schools and daycare centers with enrollment and linkage to the Citywide Immunization Registry (CIR). Provides education, technical assistance, and guidance to school personnel, childcare providers, and community stakeholders regarding immunization requirements and public health policies. Serves as a liaison between public health agencies, schools, and childcare programs regarding immunization compliance and regulatory requirements. Supports public health initiatives and outbreak prevention efforts related to vaccine-preventable diseases.
Why you should work for us: Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as: a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union/benefit fund. A public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. A tax-deferred savings program and a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers. Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home. Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise. Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers! Commitment to Equity: The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.