THE AGENCY:
The Department of City Planning (DCP) plans for the strategic growth and development of the City through ground-up planning with communities, the development of land use policies and zoning regulations applicable citywide and sharing its perspectives on growth and community needs with sister agencies in collaboration with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

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THE DIVISION:
The Housing Division advises the Executive Office and City Planning Commission on a wide range of housing issues (including relevant ULURP and CEQR applications) and conducts planning studies and initiatives of citywide scope for the agency. Currently, the division is leading DCP’s Housing Opportunity zoning text amendment, which will change the zoning citywide in order to accommodate modest housing growth in every neighborhood. 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.

The Division maintains and provides 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 Housing Division seeks a Planner, who under supervision, with latitude for independent judgment, will:
- Support/Maintain standard Housing Division data products.
- Support research analysis and presentations.
- Produce data visualizations and web-based story maps for internal briefings of senior staff and public-facing reports.
- Develop technical documents and presentation materials including reports, maps, graphic presentations, and other forms of correspondence.
- Assist in the formulation and advancement of citywide initiatives including zoning proposals related to housing.
- Assist in the evaluation of proposals and policies related to housing.
- Coordinate with other divisions and agencies on the tracking and evaluation of housing policies and outcomes and
- Perform other related tasks.

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

- Demonstrated ability to self-manage, as well as superior project management skills - Ability to complete tasks in a timely fashion with minimal supervision. - Excellent Excel and data analysis skills. - Proficiency with ArcGIS mapping, geographic analysis, and reasoning. - Knowledge of data visualization programs, or willingness to learn. - Knowledge of programming languages, or willingness to learn, a plus. - Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and superior graphic design skills a plus. - Excellent presentation and written communication skills including experience speaking publicly and making effective presentations. - Ability to work well in teams with a diverse mix of community stakeholders, staff, elected and appointed officials. - Interest in urban planning and housing policy.

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