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City of New York

Policy Director, Housing

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$129K - $158K/yr

The Policy Director for Housing will lead the Comptroller's housing policy and oversight agenda ... Key Responsibilities - Lead the Office's policy research and oversight on housing affordability ...

City of New York

Policy Director, Housing

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$129K - $158K/yr

The Policy Director for Housing will lead the Comptroller's housing policy and oversight agenda ... Key Responsibilities - Lead the Office's policy research and oversight on housing affordability ...

Council of State Governments

Policy Analyst

Decatur, GA · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Reporting to the Director of Policy and Research, this role focuses on implementing policy projects, conducting thorough research and analysis, tracking legislative activity, and delivering timely ...

Washington University of St. Louis

$100K - $108K/yr

Under the supervision of the Institute's executive director and faculty co-directors, and ... Research may address topics such as health law and policy, public health law, health governance ...

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City of New York

Policy Director, Housing

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

The Policy Director for Housing will lead the Comptroller's housing policy and oversight agenda ... Key Responsibilities -Lead the Office's policy research and oversight on housing affordability ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for policy research director in the United States is $191,320.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $135,500.00 and $229,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Policy Research Director vs Policy Analyst?

AspectPolicy Research DirectorPolicy Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's degree in public policy, political science, or related field; extensive experience in policy researchBachelor's or Master's degree in similar fields; entry to mid-level experience in policy analysis
Work EnvironmentLeads research teams, manages projects, and collaborates with senior stakeholdersConducts research, analyzes policies, and prepares reports under supervision
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in government agencies, think tanks, and large NGOs for leadership rolesCommon in government, research institutes, and advocacy groups for analytical roles

The Policy Research Director typically oversees research projects, manages teams, and sets strategic policy directions, requiring more experience and leadership skills. In contrast, the Policy Analyst focuses on conducting research, analyzing policies, and preparing reports. Both roles are essential in policy development but differ mainly in scope, responsibility, and seniority.

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Policy Director, Housing

Manhattan, NY • Hybrid

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Job Description

The Office of the New York City Comptroller serves as the City's chief fiscal steward, responsible for auditing City agencies, managing pension funds, overseeing contracts, and advancing policy solutions that promote equity, transparency, and effective government. Under Comptroller Mark Levine's leadership, the Office is focused on strengthening public systems, improving affordability, and delivering effective and equitable outcomes for all New Yorkers.
The Policy Director for Housing will lead the Comptroller's housing policy and oversight agenda, helping shape the Office's work to address New York City's housing affordability crisis.
Working as part of the Office's Policy Bureau, the Policy Director will independently lead complex policy initiatives, advise the Comptroller and senior leadership, develop innovative policy recommendations, and represent the Office before government agencies, stakeholders, and the public. The position will coordinate closely with Budget, Audit, Legal, Contracts, and the Bureau of Asset Management to advance the Office's housing priorities and strengthen accountability across City government.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Office's policy research and oversight on housing affordability, housing production and preservation, tenant protections, homelessness, land use, and related issues.
- Independently manage complex research and policy projects from conception through publication and implementation.
- Develop strategic policy recommendations and advise the Comptroller and senior leadership on emerging housing issues.
- Produce major policy reports, testimony, public statements, briefing materials, and legislative analyses.
- Coordinate housing initiatives across Budget, Audit, Legal, Contracts, Bureau of Asset Management, and other bureaus.
- Work closely with the Bureau of Asset Management, which leads the Comptroller's housing investment initiatives, to ensure coordination across the Office's broader housing agenda.
- Build and maintain relationships with elected officials, government agencies, housing providers, advocates, researchers, philanthropic organizations, and other external stakeholders.
- Represent the Office in public meetings, conferences, legislative hearings, working groups, media briefings, and stakeholder convenings.
- Perform other related duties as may be required.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and five (5) or more years of professional experience in housing policy, urban planning, public policy research and analysis in government, nonprofit organization, academia, or a related area; or a satisfactory combination of education and experience equivalent to the above.
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Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college with major in accounting, business administration, public relations, city planning, urban renewal, law, or a related field and three (3) years of satisfactory, full-time, responsible experience in housing, education, health services, planning, state-federal-city relations, or community relations involving administration or program development and evaluation; or
2. A satisfactory equivalent.

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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.

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