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Job DescriptionThe New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) invests in a network ofcommunity-based organizations and programs to alleviate the effects of poverty and to provideopportunities for New Yorkers and communities to flourish. The Research Analyst will be responsible for supporting the integrity of DYCD programs andcontracted Community Based Organizations administered by the Department of Youth and CommunityDevelopment. The Research Analyst Will Be Responsible ForManage the data manipulation of large data files extracted from various database and export data into reports and spreadsheets that can be analyzed and used for decision making.
Prepare complex reports summarizing research findings with recommendations for improvement. Implement research projects to improve services provided. Make presentations to convey results to participating parties. Maintain daily communication with the Agency Chief Contracting Officer (ACCO) on the status of ongoing projects and new initiatives, as well as report updates and findings. Make recommendations when required. Provide project coordination and research assistance to maintain working relationships with DYCDprogram unit and City Oversight agencies.
Prepare detailed written and statistical reports for the ACCO including but not limited to statistics on vendors performance across DYCD program areas, cautions and negative findings as it relates to a vendor's ability to receive a City contract. Utilize program and administrative data to develop report indicators that measure administrative efficiencies and program outcomes.
Assist in the preparation of materials for special or ad hoc projectsand requests, including independent research and analyses CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST - 21744QualificationsFor Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health. To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have:
A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above.
However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in "2" above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in "1" and "2" above. NoteProbationary PeriodAppointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.
Additional InformationThe 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. Salary Min: $ 74,536. 00Salary Max: $ 90,188. 00If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa. com
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