Data Analyst for the Division of Housing Opportunity
The Data Analyst for the Homeless Placement Services Unit at Confidential Client supports data management, reporting, and performance monitoring to ensure accurate and timely information for program decision-making. This role involves maintaining databases, generating reports, coordinating project intake processes, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to support affordable housing access and homeless placement programs.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring a Data Analyst to support the Division of Housing Opportunity’s Homeless Placement Services (HPS) unit. You will maintain and analyze operational data, produce regular reports and performance metrics, support project intake/onboarding for new housing projects, and coordinate with internal and external partners to ensure accurate and timely placements.
- Maintain and update tracking systems and databases (Access, Excel, SharePoint) that monitor projects, units, referrals, placements, and related program activity.
- Produce, analyze, and distribute internal and external reports on workload, targets, production, placements, and key performance indicators.
- Develop and maintain dashboards and performance metrics to help leadership monitor program and operational performance.
- Perform data quality checks, identify discrepancies and trends, and recommend process improvements.
- Support project intake and onboarding — enter new projects into tracking systems, liaise with managing agents, monitor readiness, and track required inspections and prerequisites for lease-up and assignment.
- Coordinate with program areas and partners (including social services partners) to support accurate and timely referrals and placements.
- Manage and track a portfolio of set-aside units when assigned; provide referrals and placement tracking as needed.
- Document procedures and maintain resources to support consistent data practices across the unit.
- Respond to ad hoc data requests and complete special analyses and reports for Division leadership.
- Provide cross-functional support to the HPS Unit and Division as priorities require.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications (one of the following):
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community-centered activities related to the duties above; or
- High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community-centered activities related to the duties above; or
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience as described above. All candidates must have at least one year of the experience described in option 1.
Preferred skills and experience:
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated experience developing, maintaining, and analyzing reports and performance metrics.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, SharePoint, and collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams).
- Experience maintaining databases, tracking systems, and reporting tools.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
- Ability to identify trends and recommend process improvements.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience working with internal staff and external partners.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with affordable housing programs, homeless housing programs, housing subsidies, and relevant New York City program rules is a plus.
- Ability to learn multiple databases, systems, and business processes quickly.
Compensation & Terms
Salary range (provided by Confidential Client): $62,868 – $72,298 per year.
Employment type: Full-time.
Residency requirement: New York City residency may be required within 90 days of appointment per program rules; candidates will be advised during the hiring process if this applies.
Public service benefits: As a prospective employee of Confidential Client, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs (for example, Public Service Loan Forgiveness). Check program sites for details.
Why This Role Matters
Your analyses and reporting will directly support fair, transparent access to subsidized housing and help the Division improve placement outcomes for vulnerable households. This is a chance to work at the intersection of data and public service, supporting operations that connect people to housing and stabilize communities.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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