Policy Analyst

NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Policy Analyst to join its dynamic team. This role focuses on developing and revising departmental policies while ensuring compliance with laws and best practices. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and research skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful reforms within the criminal justice system, ensuring that policies align with operational priorities and community needs. If you are passionate about making a difference and possess the necessary skills, this role could be your next career step.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and research skills required for policy development.
• Ability to draft and revise departmental directives and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Draft and revise operating procedures and internal documentation.
• Research laws and regulations to inform policy development.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Research Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Baccalaureate Degree

High School Graduation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Base pay range

$60,889.00/yr - $70,022.00/yr

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 a smaller jail system without compromising public safety. The DOC is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for our employees, visitors, volunteers, and people in our custody. Importantly, safe jails enable DOC to provide 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 more than 7,500 diverse professionals and knowledgeable experts.

The New York City Department of Correction is seeking a Policy Analyst to join the Policy and Procedures Unit (PPU) within the Strategic Initiatives Division. PPU manages the development, revision, and promulgation of departmental directives and operating procedures, while supporting operational goals, institutional reform, and the modernization of policy and document management practices. Policy Analysts are responsible for writing clearly, researching thoroughly, analyzing critically, and contributing thoughtful recommendations. The role requires strong attention to detail, independent work habits, and the judgment to collaborate and escalate issues when appropriate. This is a writing- and research-intensive role that requires strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with operational, legal, and executive staff in a complex, fast-paced environment.

The selected candidate’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Draft and revise departmental directives, operating procedures, and related internal documentation
  
  

in preparation for final review and promulgation.

• Research laws, regulations, national standards, and best practices to inform policy development and
  
  

ensure alignment with operational priorities.

• Identify inconsistencies, outdated guidance, or legal and operational risks within existing policies and
  
  

propose clear, actionable revisions.

• Coordinate internal policy reviews with operational, legal, and executive stakeholders; manage
  
  

feedback and track revisions through to final approval.

• Prepare clear, well-organized memoranda, status updates, presentations, and talking points for
  
  

leadership and stakeholders.

• Track and respond to internal and external requests for policy materials and serve as a point of
  
  

contact for information on departmental procedures.

• Routinely audit and inspect policies to ensure accuracy, effectiveness, and compliance with internal
  
  

and external standards.

• Support audits and compliance reviews by maintaining complete and current policy documentation.
• Develop subject matter expertise in jail operations, correctional best practices, and national trends in
  
  

correctional policy reform.

• Contribute to special projects, policy modernization initiatives, and document management
  
  

improvements

as assigned.

Preferred Skills

• Excellent written, research, and analytical skills with strong attention to detail;
• Ability to work independently, manage competing deadlines, and collaborate effectively with diverse
  
  

stakeholders;

• Experience improving institutional processes through systems-level analysis and policy development;
• Effective organizational abilities and clear, confident communication across roles and functions;
• Proven problem-solving skills, adaptability to changing demands, and sound judgment;
• KIn-depth knowledge of current criminal justice reform initiatives and citywide goals and objectives;
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, OneDrive,
  
  

Project, etc.); and

• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and strict confidentiality.
  
  

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Minimum Qualifications

• 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
• 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
• 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.
  
  

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

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/.

Residency Requirement

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.

Additional Information

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.

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