Parking Data Analyst

City of New York•New York City, NY

10d

About The Position

The Office of Curb Management within the Transportation Planning and Management Division is seeking a Parking Data Analyst to develop and implement a citywide program for collecting curbside activity metrics in selected New York City neighborhoods. The program will examine curbside activity across approximately ten to twelve neighborhoods and support the City’s efforts to improve safety, reduce double parking, and manage competing curbside demands. The analyst will coordinate with the DOT Parking Planning and Policy team to plan the data collection program, including selecting neighborhoods, determining metrics and methodologies, and addressing any consultant work and contracting. The analyst will oversee data collection throughout the year and manage the consultant relationship. Methods may include timelapse cameras, manual occupancy counts, and license plate surveys. The analyst will oversee data processing to ensure appropriate metrics are captured, which may include consultant processing of timelapse photos, spreadsheet and database analysis, and data quality and mapping checks. The analyst will also prepare periodic status reports and annual reports, interpret findings for technical and general audiences, create charts and maps, and present results to DOT leadership. The role requires a foundation in transportation planning and collection of parking and transportation metrics, proficiency with Microsoft Excel, R, and ArcGIS, and the ability to communicate complex information through reports and presentations. The analyst will exercise independent judgment and help keep the program organized, efficient, and on schedule. The position may also support strategic planning, problem-solving, development and deployment of technologies, programs and processes, and other unit initiatives and duties. Appointments are subject to a minimum one-year probationary period. The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce and a work environment free from discrimination and harassment based on legally protected status or characteristic.

Requirements

Foundation of experience in transportation planning and data collection of parking and transportation metrics.
Strong experience using Microsoft Excel, R, and ArcGIS.
Ability to create reports and presentations that communicate complex information to technical and non-technical audiences.
For Assignment Level II and above: a doctorate in an appropriate physical, biological, environmental, or social science field plus one year of responsible supervisory, administrative, or research experience; or a master's degree in an appropriate field plus three years of responsible full-time research experience; or equivalent education and/or experience. All candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field and at least two years of the described research experience.
For Assignment Level I, limited to physical, biological, and environmental sciences and public health: a master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field.

Responsibilities

Work with the DOT Parking Planning and Policy team to develop the citywide data collection plan, including neighborhoods, metrics, methodology, and consultant work or contracting.
Oversee data collection throughout the year and manage the consultant relationship.
Oversee processing of collected data and ensure appropriate metrics are captured, data is clean, and data is mappable.
Oversee consultant processing of timelapse photos and spreadsheet or database analysis as needed.
Write periodic reports on data collection status, including annual reports.
Interpret findings for technical and general audiences; write reports, generate charts, create maps, and present findings to DOT leadership.
Keep the data collection program on track, organized, and efficient, exercising independent judgment.
Participate in strategic planning and problem-solving sessions.
Assist with development and deployment of new technologies, programs, processes, and strategies.
Support special initiatives, projects, and other duties assigned to the unit.