Job DescriptionThe New York County District Attorney’s Office Policy Department has an immediate opening for a Data Engineer within the Data Analytics and Research Unit. The Manhattan District Attorney’s (DA’s) Office, led by DA Alvin Bragg, pursues a mission of “Moving Justice Forward.” This embodies the Office’s goal to serve and protect the People of New York through the fair administration of justice, without fear or favor. The Data Analytics and Research Unit is responsible for evaluating and advising on new Office policies and initiatives, measuring Office performance on strategic goals, assisting executives in improving Office operations, working with external partners to conduct leading research in criminal justice and promoting data transparency throughout the Office and to the public. In this position, the Data Engineer will be responsible for maintaining and improving the data infrastructure used for reporting by the Office as well as guaranteeing the data quality of all reporting. The DA’s office seeks a candidate with exceptional technical expertise and interpersonal skills, as the ideal candidate will have to effectively translate the practice and understanding of non-technical end-users into technical work product. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Work with other members of the Data Analytics and Research Unit, IT, and practitioners to define reporting requirements, identify gaps in current data, and map new reporting data sets in pre-existing and new work areas.
Map new data sets and sources into predefined data model or develop new data models as needed, while maintaining data integrity.
Work with the Unit’s Data Engineer to build and validate pipelines to add administrative or external data into a reporting data model.
Work with the Unit’s Technical Product Specialist to provide up-to-date documentation, descriptions, and flow diagrams, ensuring any changes to the business rules on reporting data are documented and communicated effectively.
Develop, implement, and document data management policies, procedures, and standards to ensure data quality, security, and compliance for reporting data in compliance with office-wide data management standards.
Clean, recode, and manipulate enterprise data in compliance with data management standards and required data quality.
Manage quality assurance for enterprise data within the Data Analytics and Research Unit.
Collaborate with other members of the Data Analytics and Research Unit and IT on data infrastructure, reporting tools, and policies as required.
Develop a sound understanding of IT operations, systems, and applications as well as function as the subject matter expert on policies and procedures of the Office.
Keep abreast of new tools, trends, and best practices in data management and governance especially as it relates to the responsible protection and use of criminal justice data.
Educate staff throughout the Office on the power of data-driven work and on data management techniques.
Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.
In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, candidates must possess the following:
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science a related field or equivalent experience required.
Preferred Requirements/Skills:
Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) certification.
Experience working in criminal justice or public policy organizations in a data management role.
Experience working with complex datasets in a professional or academic setting.
Proficiency with Microsoft SQL or other RDBMS experience.
Three or more years of experience in data management or data governance.
Proficiency in database management systems, data modeling and data integration.
Experience with data management tools such as data cataloging tools, ETL, and data governance solutions.
Knowledge of data-related regulations.
Familiarity with analysis computing languages such as R or Python and visualization tools such as PowerBI.
Interest in public policy and a desire to tackle complex issues, including public safety, justice, and equity.
Strong project management skills in a team-oriented environment.
Experience working in teams and collaborating on projects.
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
Must be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Must be extremely detail-oriented, self-motivated, highly organized, resourceful, and reliable.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
How to Apply:
Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume.
Additional Information:
Current office employees: To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least 1 year in their current position and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
Looking for candidates that could commit to two (2) years to the hiring unit.
Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.
Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.
Additional InformationThe 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.
