Data Analyst, Bureau of Application Development and Database Administration

Program and Job Description:

The Bureau of Application Development and Database Administration is seeking a dynamic individual who will support Geospatial Data Analysis for multiple Health systems. The candidate will have exposure to a wide range of public health GIS & Informatics applications.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

The candidate will:

Prioritize and manage requests for data, maps, analysis, and evaluation for Divisions across the agency to support public health research. Candidate will help clarify research project requirements and develop and support innovative approaches to enable GIS users to apply GIS technology and methods efficiently, effectively, and responsively.

Leverage geospatial data using ESRI, Python, R and other tools to automate the creation or modification of spatial data and other data workflows.

Participate in GIS projects and analysis for daily analysis and emergency preparedness and response as needed, including preparing and producing high quality interactive and static reports, data, maps and dashboards.

Perform literature reviews of spatial data science research in the health field and create guidance documents on GIS best practices.

Assist in research and application of machine learning, data mining, and analytic and data quality methods for data cleaning, data matching and data aggregation.

Assist with geocoding and address verification of large datasets including developing data validation processes using data science and statistical programs.

Preferred Skills:
Strong experience with Python
Strong experience using the ESRI environment, including current versions of Desktop and Online tools, Survey123, ArcGIS API for Python
Experience with databases, including SQL Server, PostgreSQL
Familiarity with NYC spatial data and NYC OpenData
Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise/Server/Portal administration
Strong research background
Strong teamwork and cooperation skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Required Education/Experience: Masters Degree in social or biological science, including Geography, or closely related field.

Why you should work for us:

- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
- Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
- Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

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. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.

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