Research Advisor

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

City of New York is seeking a Research Advisor for the Office of the First Deputy Mayor to advise on criminal justice policy by integrating research findings into actionable recommendations.

You will design and lead research projects, analyze data on justice system performance, and produce briefs for senior leadership to inform decisions and public messaging.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years of experience designing, conducting, and presenting complex research and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and synthesize emerging research, best practices, and evidence relevant to criminal justice and related fields.
• Develop and execute high-impact research projects for the Criminal Justice Coordinator.
• Conduct data analysis on deflection, diversion, bail, pretrial services and supervised release, detention, case delay, case outcomes, youth justice, and reentry.
• Work with Mayor’s Office of Criminal Justice and other city agencies in cross-agency collaboration.
• Produce executive briefings, research summaries, internal presentations, and evidence-based recommendations for senior leadership.
• Translate complex evidence into clear insights for policy development and public communications.
• Report directly to the Criminal Justice Coordinator.
• Additional responsibilities as required.

Skills

Research design

Policy evaluation

Cross-system analysis

Data analysis

Quantitative research

Qualitative research

Written communication

Oral communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

• Job Category: Policy, Research & Analysis
• Salary Band: $125,000 to $150,000
• Compensation: USD 140,000 - USD 145,000

Job Description

The Agency You’ll Join:

The New York City Mayor’s Office is responsible for overseeing city services throughout the five boroughs, coordinating public agencies and departments, and managing public property. The administration is leading the fight in making the city more affordable, reducing inequality, improving public safety, ensuring delivery of efficient and effective services, and working to make New York City’s economy stronger. We value leadership, transparency, fairness, and efficiency as we actively seek diverse talents from various sectors to join our team. For current job opportunities, visit our careers page.

The Team You’ll Work With:

The Office of the First Deputy ensures that City government runs efficiently and focuses on many of the administration’s top priorities – from creating opportunities for young people to strengthening the city’s civic infrastructure – the office works in partnership with stakeholders inside and outside of city government to develop, scale, coordinate, and deliver policies, plans and operations in an equitable and sustainable way.

The Problems You’ll Solve:

The Office of the First Deputy Mayor is seeking a qualified individual to serve as the Research Advisor. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to the Criminal Justice Coordinator.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Monitor and synthesize emerging research, best practices, and evidence relevant to criminal justice and related fields.
• Develop and execute high-impact research projects for the Criminal Justice Coordinator in pursuit of advancing the administration’s criminal justice agenda.
• Conduct data analysis on deflection, diversion, bail, pretrial services and supervised release, detention, case delay, case outcomes, youth justice, and reentry.
• Work in partnership with and conduct cross-agency collaboration with the Mayor’s Office of Criminal Justice and other city agencies.
• Produce executive briefings, research summaries, internal presentations, and evidence-based recommendations for senior leadership to support decision-making related to criminal justice.
• Translate complex evidence into clear, accurate insights that inform policy development, and support communications colleagues in representing research findings faithfully to the public.
• Report directly to the Criminal Justice Coordinator within the Office of the First Deputy Mayor.
• Additional responsibilities as required.

About You:

• You can work independently and within a fast-paced environment, as well as thrive in a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• You are highly organized and able to track multiple workstreams, timelines, and deliverables.
• You have demonstrated expertise in research design, policy evaluation, cross-system analysis, administrative data integration, quantitative and qualitative research methods, and evidence-building efforts.
• You are highly analytical and data-driven.
• You have exceptional written, oral communication, and presentation skills.
• You have experience working with multiple stakeholders.
• You are solution-oriented and able to analyze multiple policy perspectives into clear policy recommendations and options.
• You maintain confidentiality and use outstanding judgment daily.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years of experience designing, conducting, and presenting complex research and data analysis.

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Qualifications

1. Do you have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university?
2. Do you have an associate degree from an accredited college or university along with two (2) years of experience with administrative, analytic, coordinative, supervisory or liaison responsibilities?
3. Do you have a four-year high school diploma, or its educational equivalent approved by a state's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization along with four (4) years of experience as described in question "2" above?
4. Do you have a satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to that described in questions "1," "2," and/or "3" above?

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.