Senior Lead for Housing Policy

DISCLAIMER: Only candidates with permanent Civil Service status in the City Planner title, those reachable on the City Planner active list (exam #5045), or those serving in a comparable civil service title can be considered for this position.

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. The NYC Department of City Planning does not offer sponsorship, of any kind, for any type of employment opportunity. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all minimum qualifying requirements for this position at the time of application.

Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. Appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval.

THE AGENCY
The Department of City Planning (DCP) plans for the future of New York City, working to create thriving and dynamic neighborhoods with access to housing and jobs, resilient infrastructure, and a vibrant public realm. The Department engages communities to develop inclusive plans, expands housing access and economic opportunity, and plans for long-term sustainability.

DCP supports the City Planning Commission in its annual review of hundreds of land use applications. The Department also advises on citywide strategic and capital planning, analyzes data, conducts policy analysis, and creates open data and civic engagement tools.

The Department of City Planning offers staff meaningful opportunities to help shape the future of New York City and address some of its most pressing challenges. The Department values public service, collaboration, and creativity, and supports professional development. Learn more about DCP and view current job openings at www.nyc.gov/planning.

THE DIVISION:
The Housing Division advises the Executive Office and City Planning Commission on a wide range of housing policy issues (including relevant ULURP and CEQR applications) and conducts planning studies and initiatives of citywide scope for the agency. The division has a team of data and policy analysts who compile routine data and analysis to guide the activities of borough planning offices and other divisions at DCP.

In conjunction with the agency’s IT division, the Division maintains and provide routine analysis of databases related to housing, including the tracking of development and alterations of buildings citywide. The Division also coordinates directly with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development, Department of Buildings, and other City and State agencies on data analysis, policy development, and the administration of joint programs such as the Inclusionary Housing program.

THE ROLE:
The work of Housing Division is split between quantitative analysis and data production tasks, on the one hand, and housing policy initiatives and public outreach on the other. With the Director, the Senior Lead for Housing Policy is responsible for the housing policy and public outreach component of Housing Division’s portfolio. This includes project lead for DCP initiatives led by Housing Division, as well as a primary liaison role for interagency housing initiatives. The Senior Lead for Housing Policy will also play a chief outreach role, including developing public presentations and other materials and representing agency and administration housing initiatives in public settings.

The Senior Lead for Housing Policy will:
- Manage the administration’s soon to be announced TOD initiative and other housing policy initiatives led by Housing Division
- Serve as primary DCP liaison for the Mayor’s LIFT initiative and other interagency initiatives
- Lead division outreach and communication efforts around housing policy initiatives, including material development and public presentations
- Other Housing Division duties as they may arise

TO APPLY:
Visit cityjobs.nyc.gov and follow the steps below:
1. Search for job ID number: 767465
2. Click on the job business title: Senior Lead for Housing Policy
3. Click on “Apply” at the bottom of the posting

IMPORTANT: Only candidates with permanent Civil Service status in the City Planner title, those reachable on the City Planner active list (exam #5045), or those serving in a comparable civil service title can be considered for this position.

Please include a copy of your Notice of Result card or indicate if you are already permanent in this title with your application.

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.

This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program agreed to between the City and DC37.

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