City of New York
Overview
DCAS's mission is to make city government work for all New Yorkers. From managing New York City’s most iconic courthouses and municipal buildings, to purchasing over $1 billion annually in goods and services for more than 80 City agencies, what we do ensures that all agencies can deliver on their mission. Our reach touches every facet of city government and is instrumental to the successful day‑to‑day operations of the City of New York.
We are committed to equity, effectiveness, and sustainability, guiding our work providing city agencies with the critical resources and support needed to succeed, including recruiting, hiring, and training city employees; managing public buildings; acquiring, selling, and leasing city property; purchasing goods and services; overseeing the greenest municipal vehicle fleet; and leading efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
Role: Tests & Measurement Specialist, Level II The Exam Development Group, within the Bureau of Examinations, collaborates with city agencies in developing civil service exams for competitive class titles.
The Specialist’s responsibilities include:
Conducting field observations and interviews to identify the essential functions of job titles.
Creating and administering job analysis questionnaires and linking surveys.
Analyzing questionnaire and survey data to create test plans.
Developing, administering, and rating tests for employment and promotion in a variety of NYC government agencies under DCAS jurisdiction and other city agencies.
Minimum Qualifications
A master’s degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited college, including at least 12 credits in any combination of the following: tests and measurement, statistics, research, personnel psychology, and computers; or
Completion of at least 45 credits toward a master’s degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited college, including at least 12 specialized credits as noted above; or
A bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited college with at least 12 specialized credits as noted above, and two years of full‑time professional experience in the development of personnel selection tests; or
Education and/or experience equivalent to the options above, with the requirement that all candidates possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and the 12 specialized credits.
Preferred Skills
Able to organize work and provide a high level of time management and planning.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to understand and be understood in English.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to compile, prepare, and analyze reports using electronic databases.
Strong desire to work with diverse groups to creatively develop exams.
Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Suite and SPSS.
Comfortable working in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment to handle multiple activities.
Ability to work well within a team, meet deadlines, analyze problems, and handle potentially difficult situations.
55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55‑a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at
https://studentaid.gov/pslf .
Residency Requirement New York City residency is not required for this position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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 characteristic, including but not limited to sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Salary $72,287.00 – $83,130.00
Employment Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Other
Industry: Government Administration
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We are committed to equity, effectiveness, and sustainability, guiding our work providing city agencies with the critical resources and support needed to succeed, including recruiting, hiring, and training city employees; managing public buildings; acquiring, selling, and leasing city property; purchasing goods and services; overseeing the greenest municipal vehicle fleet; and leading efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
Role: Tests & Measurement Specialist, Level II The Exam Development Group, within the Bureau of Examinations, collaborates with city agencies in developing civil service exams for competitive class titles.
The Specialist’s responsibilities include:
Conducting field observations and interviews to identify the essential functions of job titles.
Creating and administering job analysis questionnaires and linking surveys.
Analyzing questionnaire and survey data to create test plans.
Developing, administering, and rating tests for employment and promotion in a variety of NYC government agencies under DCAS jurisdiction and other city agencies.
Minimum Qualifications
A master’s degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited college, including at least 12 credits in any combination of the following: tests and measurement, statistics, research, personnel psychology, and computers; or
Completion of at least 45 credits toward a master’s degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited college, including at least 12 specialized credits as noted above; or
A bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited college with at least 12 specialized credits as noted above, and two years of full‑time professional experience in the development of personnel selection tests; or
Education and/or experience equivalent to the options above, with the requirement that all candidates possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and the 12 specialized credits.
Preferred Skills
Able to organize work and provide a high level of time management and planning.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to understand and be understood in English.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to compile, prepare, and analyze reports using electronic databases.
Strong desire to work with diverse groups to creatively develop exams.
Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Suite and SPSS.
Comfortable working in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment to handle multiple activities.
Ability to work well within a team, meet deadlines, analyze problems, and handle potentially difficult situations.
55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55‑a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at
https://studentaid.gov/pslf .
Residency Requirement New York City residency is not required for this position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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 characteristic, including but not limited to sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Salary $72,287.00 – $83,130.00
Employment Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Other
Industry: Government Administration
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