Job Information
City of New York City Research Scientist, Level II in New York, New York
Job Description
The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The NYPD strives to foster a safe and fair city by incorporating Neighborhood Policing into all facets of Department operations and solve the problems that create crime and disorder through an interdependent relationship between the people and its police, and by pioneering strategic innovation.
The Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Equity and Inclusion is responsible for overall organizational development and implementation of the New York City Police Department's Equity and Inclusion programs and strategic framework. The goal of the Office of Equity and Inclusion (OEI) is to foster equity through policy and regulation, both in and out of the workplace, and to increase supplier diversity for the New York City Police Department (NYPD). This is accomplished through transparency and accountability by applying nationwide best practices with our internal and external stakeholders.
The New York City Police Department (NYPD) is seeking a talented and motivated City Research Scientist to join the Research and Evaluation Unit within the Office of Equity and Inclusion (OEI). This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative equity-focused initiatives and help shape policies that promote fairness, inclusion and diversity within one of the largest police departments in the world. The duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
-Analyzing complex datasets to identify trends, disparities, and opportunities for improvement in equity related outcomes.
-Conducting research to evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of equity and inclusion principles across NYPD policies, programs, and operations.
-Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to develop strategies that promote diversity and reduce barriers to equity in policing.
-Preparing reports, presentations, ad data visualizations to communicate findings and recommendations to leadership and key stakeholders
-Assisting in the design and implementation of new initiatives aimed at fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace environment.
-Staying informed on the latest research, methodologies and best practice in equity and inclusion to guide the departments efforts.
WORK LOCATION:
375 Pearl St. 15th Fl Suite 4
New York, NY 10038
HOURS/ SHIFT:
Monday-Friday; 0900 x 1700
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
In compliance with federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.
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.
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.
NOTE:
Probationary Period
Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.
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.
