Data Analyst, Bureau of Application Development and Database Administration

City of New York • Long Island City, NY

17h

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Masters Degree in social or biological science, including Geography, or closely related field.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and manage requests for data, maps, analysis, and evaluation for Divisions across the agency to support public health research.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level