Equity Analysis Team Lead, Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services

Division/Program Description:
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's Division of Environmental Health works to prevent and control illness and injury related to environmental and occupational health risks through outreach, education, surveillance and enforcement. With staff of 1,000, the Division covers a broad range of subject matter, including oversight of environmental investigations, lead poisoning, injury prevention, occupational health, food safety, childcare, radiation control, recreational and drinking water quality, air quality, climate health, vector control, veterinary public health and pest control.

Job Summary:
The Division of Environmental Health seeks a Equity Analysis Team Lead for its Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services, Neighborhood Rat Reduction (NRR)

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

• Analyze programmatic data to look for inequities. Work with program stakeholders to develop specific and measurable program metrics related to environmental health equity for operational and performance management.

• Implement equity projects and collect and analyze data to assess effectiveness of those projects.

• Assist in development of targeted reports, dashboards and visualizations that provide information about citywide inspections and services with an equity Lense.

• Present projects verbally, in writing and visually to leadership and non-technical audiences. Collaborate with the Environmental Health Division Action Team and the VPCS Bureau Action Team and across the Bureau, Division, Agency and other city agencies to develop and implement strategic priorities related to equity and justice.

• Conduct other data analysis, including spatial analysis, research, and reporting, as requested by the Director of Neighborhood Interventions and in collaboration with Pest Control Service's researcher team. Respond quickly and accurately to ad hoc data requests for internal (e.g., Directors, Assistant Commissioners) and external audiences (e.g., public hearings, City Hall).

Incorporate an equity lens throughout all aspects of work. Conduct special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

PREFERRED SKILLS:
Must have experience with GIS, a background in environmental sciences and equity related work.

Why you should work for us:

• Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:

o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.

• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.

- Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!



The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at [email protected] or 347-396-6549.