This position offers an exciting opportunity to use economic analysis to advance New York City DOT’s mobility, sustainability, equity, and asset management goals. Under the supervision of NYC DOT’s Senior Economist, the Economic Analyst will conduct benefit-cost analysis of proposed projects, develop prioritization metrics for capital projects, analyze regional transportation trends, perform quantitative analyses of agency programs, and undertake special studies and analyses. The Economic Analyst will present results through memos and presentations, manage consultant contracts to support the team’s work, and work in close collaboration with units across the agency.

Potential activities may include:

- Benefit-cost analysis to support Federal grant proposals and agency decision-making;
- Development of techniques for valuing improvements to pedestrian and bicycling infrastructure;
- Development of condition rating systems for pavement and other agency assets;
- Management of studies exploring methods to protect bridge and pavement assets and save taxpayer dollars; and
- Analysis of regional transportation trends.

1. 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:
1. 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
2. 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
3. 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.

The preferred candidate is a well-organized self-starter with an enthusiasm for improving New York City’s transportation system. The candidate will be working within a fast-paced environment and must have the ability to multi-task and quickly respond to issues as they arise. In addition, the candidate should have: - Training and experience conducting economic analyses, especially benefit-cost analysis - Strong quantitative analysis skills - Experience with ArcGIS or QGIS - Demonstrated experience learning new tools on the job - The ability to work as part of a team - Excellent written and oral communication skills - A passion for smart transportation policy and planning in New York City and, - Proficiency in Microsoft Office and particularly in Microsoft Excel.

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 generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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.