Legislative Research Analyst

Company Overview:
With an annual budget of $2.3 billion and more than 7,000 employees throughout the five boroughs, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC DOHMH) is one of the largest public health agencies in the world, serving 8 million New Yorkers from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We're tackling a broad range of public health issues with innovative policies and programs and getting exceptional results, but our work is never finished. The breadth of our innovative programs provides the widest range of choices for every member of our team. 

With grant funds from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), DOHMH is undertaking a new initiative that will meet critical infrastructure needs and make possible strategic investments that will have lasting effects on public health. Investments and improvements through this initiative will help modernize DOHMH’s foundational capabilities and data infrastructure, enabling it to partner in complex health and health care environments and, in turn, support better public health outcomes, including COVID-19. This initiative supports larger efforts to rebalance investments in public health and more equitably serve communities and populations.

The selected candidate will be an employee of Public Health Solutions, a nonprofit organization which is the fiscal and administrative manager of the grant but will work be supervised by DOHMH. This is a grant-funded position ending in November 2027.

The Office of External Affairs oversees many of the agency’s most critical interactions with the public, from raising awareness and promoting healthy behaviors to advancing policies and responding to health emergencies. The office serves as the agency’s in-house publisher, advertiser and marketer of trendsetting, culturally responsive campaigns, and initiatives, maintains a strong digital presence and oversees press relations and government affairs.

Job Description:

The DOHMH has an opening for a legislative analyst position. This position will be reporting to the Director of Legislative Affairs in the Bureau of Government Affairs

Duties:

• Research, track, and analyze legislation and coordinate the department’s response in areas that may include Mental Hygiene, Budget, or other program areas as needed.
• Prep executive-level leadership in the agency for public hearings and meetings with elected officials.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with other organizational units within the Health Department and other key partners. 
• Assist in developing and implementing legislative strategies. 
• Serve as a liaison to the Mayor’s Office by representing the Department’s position on public health issues and coordinating with internal partners. 
• Investigate and respond to elected officials’ requests regarding general information on Health Department programs or actions. 
• Develop briefing materials and other content with research data and reports for the city council, state legislature, and federal government. 
• Maintenance of other internal unit and/or division organizational systems. [BF2] 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Political Science, Public Health, Public Policy, Public Administration, Communications, Journalism, Emergency Preparedness.
• Previous experience working in fields related to government, non-profit agency, policy, public health, emergency preparedness, for 1-2 years.
• Capacity and willingness to learn.
• The ideal candidate for this position must be a pro-active and self-motivated individual with the ability to work in teams and in a highly dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders and timelines

Additional Desired Qualities:

• Excellent analytic, political, and writing skills
• Experience working in a government or legislative office
• Academic background in either political science, public policy, or related field
• Spreadsheet and data tracking skills
• Must be self-motivated, able to work on multiple responsibilities simultaneously and share the agency’s commitment to public health.

Benefits:

• Hybrid Work Schedule.
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays.
• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision. 
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits. 
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Coverage.  
• 403 (b) + employer matching and discretionary company contributions. 
• College Savings Plan. 
• Ongoing training and continuous opportunities for professional growth and development.

Additional Information:  

• This is a temporary grant-funded position ending in November 2027.
• This individual must reside in the tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) by their confirmed start date. 
• Preference may be given to individuals residing in New York City (5 boroughs) or surrounding New York State counties. 
• This individual will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies.

At PHS, we place immense value on diversity within our teams, understanding that varied backgrounds and experiences significantly enhance our community and propel us toward our goals. If you find you don’t have experience in all the areas listed above, we still encourage you to apply and share your background and experiences in your application. We are eager to discover how your unique perspective can bring positive transformations to our team and help advance our mission of creating healthier, more equitable communities. 

We look forward to learning more about you!

PHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and veterans.