About the Office of the Bronx Borough President
The Borough President works with the Mayor to prepare the annual executive budget submitted to the City Council, reviews and comments on major land use projects, and proposes sites for City facilities within his jurisdiction. The Borough President also monitors the administration of City services and engages in strategic planning for the economic development of the borough. He appoints a representative to the New York City Board of Education and the New York City Planning Commission. The Borough President also appoints the members of the Community Boards and is the Chairperson of both the Borough Board and the Borough Services Cabinet. Among other distinctions, the Borough President is a trustee of the New York City Employees’ Retirement System. The Borough President’s Office also houses the Borough’s Topographical Bureau, which is responsible for maintaining the borough’s official maps, and assigning street addresses.
Policy Analyst Description:
Under direction of the General Counsel, the Policy Analyst will conduct research and prepare policy reports. This person will draft internal briefings on relevant urban planning, economic and social issues, as well as attend meetings with the Borough President and stakeholders. Strong quantitative skills are required, as well as a high proficiency in MS Excel. The Policy Analyst will coordinate agency policy positions and confer with agency Directors with subject matter policy areas, including but not limited to the Directors for Health and Human Services, Communications, Director of Community Boards Unit and Legislative Affairs, Education & Youth, Capital Programs, Planning & Development, Senior Services. The Policy Analyst will provide administrative support to the General Counsel and Staff Attorney.
Please submit your resume by email to Raymond Sanchez Jr., Esq. at rsanchez@bronxbp.nyc.gov no later than August 21, 2015.