Policy & Research Analyst

Times Square Alliance

. Support the Policy, Planning & Research Department’s ongoing research and data analysis .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesJunior💰 $65,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical and research capabilities in public policy and urban planning, utilizing tools like Excel, Tableau, R, and Python to analyze data and present findings effectively. Proficient in creating visual communications and reports that support policy initiatives and community engagement.

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Data AnalysisPublic Policy ResearchExcel ProficiencyTableau ExpertiseSurvey Development

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisResearch SkillsWriting SkillsSurvey DevelopmentStatistical Analysis

Soft Skills

Intellectual CuriosityEffective CommunicationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

ExcelTableauRPythonAdobe InDesignAdobe IllustratorSurveyMonkey

Industry Keywords

Public PolicyUrban PlanningEconomic DevelopmentNew York City GovernmentPlacemaking

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonRealmTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Policy, Planning & Research Department’s ongoing research and data analysis
Regularly report on economic indicators and other research
Analyze and maintain datasets related to Times Square and broader New York City trends
Track legislation, policy developments, agency actions, and news relevant to the Alliance’s work
Research issues including homelessness, street vending, pedicabs, public space, economic development, transportation, and other matters affecting the Times Square district
Use Excel, Tableau, and R/Python to analyze and present data and identify useful trends and findings
Create clear and visually compelling charts, maps, dashboards, reports, presentations, and other materials
Find and explore new datasets and sources to better characterize Times Square’s economic and demographic profile
Develop and analyze surveys and communicate the results
Prepare for meetings with government and community partners, including researching, developing talking points, preparing presentations, and conducting follow-up
Write testimony
Assist with planning and implementation of new initiatives related to Times Square’s public plazas, placemaking, and the public realm
Design presentations, reports, marketing materials, and other visual communications using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator
Report to the Director of Policy & Research

Requirements

What you’ll need

1–2 years of professional experience in public policy, urban planning, economic development and/or data analysis
Bachelor's degree in public policy, economics, urban studies, urban planning, political science, geography, or a related field
Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
Strong working knowledge of Excel and Tableau and comfort conducting analysis in R and Python
Experience with Adobe InDesign and Illustrator with a good eye for clear and effective visual communication, preferred
Experience developing and analyzing surveys and working with SurveyMonkey or a similar platform
An interest in New York City government, policy, planning, economic development, and the public realm
Intellectual curiosity, especially someone who enjoys finding information, asking questions, exploring datasets, and communicating findings
Ability to juggle ongoing responsibilities with new projects and changing priorities