Policy Advisor - job 2 of 2

The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) keeps New York City healthy, safe, and clean by collecting, recycling, and disposing of waste, cleaning City streets and vacant lots, and clearing snow and ice. DSNY is the nation's largest municipal sanitation agency, with nearly 10,000 employees, 59 district garages, and a fleet of more than 5,000 trucks, cars, and other types of equipment. The Department clears litter, snow, and ice from approximately 6,500 miles of City streets and removes debris from vacant lots as well as abandoned vehicles from City streets.

The Policy Advisor will assist in managing DSNY’s policy portfolio, which includes, but is not limited waste containerization, collection and cleaning, solid waste management, diversion of recyclable materials, and sustainability.

The responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

- Manage critical policy projects and support new policies and programs to meet the agency’s goals and objectives.

- Conduct research, perform data analysis, and provide policy recommendations to support the agency’s day-to-day operations and long-term strategic goals.

- Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and memos for both internal and external use.

- Manage the creation and delivery of published reports from the bureau to ensure they align with the agency’s strategic goals.

- Represent the agency in meetings, communications, and events with critical stakeholders.

- Coordinate across the agency and with external agencies to implement and execute strategic programs.

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1. Graduation from an accredited college with a Baccalaureate degree plus specialized training in public management and evaluation.

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.