The New York City Department of Correction (DOC) is an integral part of the City’s evolving criminal justice system, participating in reform initiatives and strategies aimed to move the City towards the smallest jail system possible without compromising public safety. The DOC is solely responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff, visitors, volunteer and people in custody inside our jails. Importantly, safe jails enable DOC to providing people in custody with the tools and opportunities they need to successfully re-enter their communities. The DOC operates facilities and court commands across the five boroughs with over 9,000 diverse professionals and knowledge experts.

DOC seeks to recruit a Data Analyst who will be reporting to the Director of Data Management. The Data Analyst is ultimately responsible for performing routine analysis using various techniques, e.g. statistical analysis, explanatory and predictive modeling, data mining. The ability to recognize and understand trends, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and solve complex problems are key to success within this role. The Data Analyst is ultimately responsible for processing data, developing reports, and extracting actionable intelligence. Research best practices and supports developing the solutions and recommendations for the current operations.:

- Assisting with managing programs’ performance measurement systems,
data entry and data reconciliation processes for various data collection systems.
- Preparing daily, weekly, and monthly reports on program attendance and completions.
Reviewing source documentation and ensuring accuracy
- Data Management using SQL, Power Query, Power Pivot, Tableau, and Power BI.
- Consistently review internal and external programs staff data entry sheets using data visualization.
- Providing support in the development of reports and creation of PowerPoint presentations.
- Evaluating the integrity of the Division of Programs and Community Partnerships through site visits
and internal audits.
- Assisting with the development of short- and long-term plans for programming. Carrying out
special projects to support the Division.
- Interpreting data and analyzing results using statistical techniques.
- Proficient in using Microsoft Excel and its functionalities.


PLEASE NOTE: Applicants must be serving as a permanent Program Specialist in order to apply.

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in public or business administration, sociology, criminology, mathematics, statistics, or related fields; or

2. An associate degree from an accredited college in public or business administration, sociology, criminology, mathematics, statistics, or a closely related field and two years of full-time satisfactory experience in public or business administration, community relations, social work, mathematical or statistical research; or

3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization, and four years of Full-time satisfactory experience as described in “2” above; or

4. A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1”, “2”, or “3” above. College education may be substituted for up to two years of experience on the basis of 30 semester credits for one year of experience. However, all candidates must have a four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent.

For Assignment Level II and III, in addition to meeting the qualification requirements above, one additional year of the experience described in “2” above is required for Assignment Level II and two additional years of experience for Assignment Level III

For Assignment Level II and III, in addition to meeting the qualification requirements above, one additional year of the experience described in “2” above is required for Assignment Level II and two additional years of experience for Assignment Level III.

- Strong interpersonal and writing skills needed to effectively articulate project goals, objectives and status updates. - Intermediate to advance SQL, Power Query, Power Pivot, Tableau, and Power BI. - Knowledge of Statistics. - Ability to work both independently and as well as part of a team. - Ability to establish positive working relationships with multiple units and different levels of staff. - Experience in a high-paced environment, with the ability to manage information and distribute appropriately Strong problem-solving, quantitative, analytical, and communication skills (written and verbal). - Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Access, Outlook etc.).

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

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/.

New York City residency is not required for this position.

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.