Deputy Commissioner/Chief Equity Officer, Center for Health Equity and Community Wellness

Job Description

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.

The Center for Health Equity & Community Wellness (CHECW) seeks to eliminate racial and other
inequities resulting in premature mortality. We are seeking a visionary leader to serve as Deputy
Commissioner/Chief Equity Officer, driving transformative change to create healthier, more equitable
communities across New York City.

About CHECW:
CHECW is at the forefront of addressing the root causes of health inequities. With a focus on social,
environmental, and commercial determinants of health, we work to dismantle centuries of systemic
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