Director, Vital Records & Digital Preservation

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene; New York (NY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene seeks a Records Management Unit leader to direct daily operations of vital records across paper and electronic systems, including eVital. You will supervise staff, oversee digitization efforts, and ensure archival preservation, dispositions, and continuity of operations.

The role requires strong knowledge of records lifecycle management, project coordination, and cross-functional collaboration in a large public health environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4 years of progressively responsible clerical/administrative experience, including planning and supervision.
• Associate degree with 60 credits and 5 years of experience, 18 months in a supervisory capacity.
• High school diploma with 6 years of progressive clerical/administrative experience, 18 months in supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage Records Management Unit operations across paper, microfilm, and electronic systems.
• Lead digitization and modernization initiatives for records management.
• Support preservation activities, dispositions, disaster prep, and continuity of operations.
• Oversee workflows, projects, vendor coordination, and process improvements.
• Develop and maintain records management policies and procedures.
• Supervise staff and provide guidance, training, and coordination.
• Coordinate with internal units and external partners on records operations.

Skills

Leadership experience

Records management

Digitization projects

Staff supervision

Organizational skills

Electronic records systems

Multitasking under deadlines

Public health records familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 4 years admin/management experience

Associate degree + 5 years admin/management experience

High school diploma + 6 years admin/management experience

Tools

eVital

Job description

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene seeks a Records Management Unit leader to direct daily operations of vital records across paper and electronic systems, including eVital. You will supervise staff, oversee digitization efforts, and ensure archival preservation, dispositions, and continuity of operations.

The role requires strong knowledge of records lifecycle management, project coordination, and cross-functional collaboration in a large public health environment.