What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Demographic Scientist position at NYC Department of Social Services?
THE AGENCY
The Department of City Planning (DCP) plans for the strategic growth and development of the City through ground-up planning with communities, the development of land use policies and zoning regulations applicable citywide and sharing its perspectives on growth and community needs with sister agencies in collaboration with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
DCP is a great place to work – cultivating intellectual inspiration, professional development, and creativity. Visit our website at www.nyc.gov/planning to access the full listing of job opportunities and to learn more about the agency’s services.
THE DIVISION
The Population Division is responsible for the compilation, analysis and dissemination of census and related federal, state and local data for city agencies, local communities and the media. It is the city’s hub of expertise in census data analyses and dissemination. Within the Department, the Population Division provides data for a variety of local and citywide planning studies, environmental review analyses and capital planning strategies. The division also provides other city agencies and outside organizations with data to address questions involving needs assessment, program planning and targeting, and policy formulation. This includes the development of current population estimates and short- and long-term population projections.
THE POSITION
Minimum Qualifications
Probationary Period
Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.
Preferred Skills
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
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 Department of City Planning (DCP) plans for the strategic growth and development of the City through ground-up planning with communities, the development of land use policies and zoning regulations applicable citywide and sharing its perspectives on growth and community needs with sister agencies in collaboration with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
DCP is a great place to work – cultivating intellectual inspiration, professional development, and creativity. Visit our website at www.nyc.gov/planning to access the full listing of job opportunities and to learn more about the agency’s services.
THE DIVISION
The Population Division is responsible for the compilation, analysis and dissemination of census and related federal, state and local data for city agencies, local communities and the media. It is the city’s hub of expertise in census data analyses and dissemination. Within the Department, the Population Division provides data for a variety of local and citywide planning studies, environmental review analyses and capital planning strategies. The division also provides other city agencies and outside organizations with data to address questions involving needs assessment, program planning and targeting, and policy formulation. This includes the development of current population estimates and short- and long-term population projections.
THE POSITION
- Analyze population data for a variety of projects related to needs assessments, policy development, and program planning/implementation
- Write reports on a host of demographic and socioeconomic topics to inform decision-makers and the broader public about the city’s evolving population characteristics
- Advance the development of innovative methods used to produce small area population estimates and publish research in peer-reviewed journals
- Present on demographic topics to a variety of audiences, including city planners, members of other city agencies, and the public
- Support the production of population projections, constructed using the latest demographic methods, for New York City and various neighborhood geographies
- Assist in performing quality assurance of data files, and documenting work procedures and methodologies
- Conduct research into difficult-to-enumerate housing units, to assist with 2030 Census preparations
Minimum Qualifications
- For 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.
- 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.
Probationary Period
Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.
Preferred Skills
- Strong research, writing, presentation, and analytical skills reflected in publications and presentations for both expert and non-expert audiences - Advanced coursework in demographic analysis and quantitative research methods, including population estimation and projection methods - Three years of research experience in either a professional capacity or in pursuit of a Ph.D. - Proficiency with various types of regression analyses/statistical techniques using R or other languages - Thorough understanding and experience analyzing decennial census and American Community Survey datasets - Ability to work cooperatively within a team and to work independently - A master’s degree with coursework in demographic analysis and quantitative research methods, including population estimation and projection methods - GIS experience a plus
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
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.
