Policy Impact Coordinator, Early Childhood Education

NYC Public Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 82,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Public Schools seeks a Policy Development Coordinator to advance DECE priorities. You will support research, data collection, and policy materials, collaborating with cross‑functional teams and external partners to align with city, state, and federal requirements.

The role involves drafting policy briefs, coordinating surveys, and monitoring implementation from planning through follow‑up, under the direction of policy leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting policy development, research, or program implementation in education or public sector settings.
• Ability to interpret and apply NYCPS policy and procedures within early childhood education.
• Strong written and oral communication, organizational and detail-oriented work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate development, implementation and monitoring of policy initiatives.
• Design and administer surveys and data collection tools for policy input.
• Conduct research on local, state and federal policies affecting early childhood education.
• Lead policy development projects from research to drafting, rollout and follow-up.
• Review policies to identify gaps and draft revisions to strengthen implementation.
• Prepare policy briefs, guidance documents, and presentations for internal and external audiences.
• Coordinate with partners to align DECE policy with NYCPS and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

HS diploma + 6 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

NYC Public Schools seeks a Policy Development Coordinator to advance DECE priorities. You will support research, data collection, and policy materials, collaborating with cross‑functional teams and external partners to align with city, state, and federal requirements.

The role involves drafting policy briefs, coordinating surveys, and monitoring implementation from planning through follow‑up, under the direction of policy leadership.