Analyst - PABU

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York's Department of Transportation seeks a Staff Analyst to support the Performance Assessment and Budget Unit within the Citywide Concrete Unit. You will analyze budgets, track expenditures, and provide actionable insights to improve project performance and governance.

Responsibilities include cost variance analyses, audits of IFA and CHIPS costs, and preparing analytical materials for decision makers. Strong analytic skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration.
• Bachelor's degree with two years of budget/financial/analytical experience.
• Associate degree and four years of related professional experience.
• High school diploma and six years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform cost estimates versus actual expenditures analysis for SIP and related programs.
• Audit and review CHIPS costs for accuracy and proper allocation.
• Prepare analytical summaries and communicate findings to management.
• Collaborate with internal units and stakeholders to improve data accuracy and reporting.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Budget monitoring

Education

Master's degree in economics, finance, accounting, or related field

Bachelor's degree + 2 years relevant experience

Associate degree + 4 years experience

High school diploma + 6 years experience

Job description

• Job Category: Administration & Human Resources
• Salary Band: $80,000 to $90,000
• Compensation: USD 62,517 - USD 85,114

Job Description

To be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Staff Analyst, or be reachable on Exam # 3116

The Department of Transportation’s (DOT) mission is to provide for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods in the City of New York and to maintain and enhance the transportation infrastructure crucial to the economic vitality and quality of life of our primary customers, City residents. DOT is an equal opportunity employer, committed to recruiting and maintaining a diverse workforce in an open and inclusive environment.

The Division of Sidewalk & Inspection Management (SIM) is responsible for maintaining the city's 12,760 miles of sidewalks and approximately 162,000 pedestrian ramps. SIM is tasked with sustaining a comprehensive inspection, pedestrian ramp and sidewalk program that ensures accessibility of pedestrian ramps, streets, and sidewalks.

The Citywide Concrete Program inspects curb and sidewalk complaints from the public, identifying damaged or missing sidewalk & curbs that are pedestrian & vehicular hazards and can cause severe flooding. Citywide Concrete Unit (CWC) supports the agency s goal to enhance, rehabilitate, and maintain the City s infrastructure by acting as the agency s primary construction unit. We employ dedicated engineers, managers, support staff, laborers and adopt cost-savings and efficiency, while maintaining the highest standards of excellence and service to safety and quality.

Under general supervision, the selected candidate will serve as an Analyst within the Performance Assessment and Budget Unit (PABU) which is part of the Citywide Concrete Unit. The analyst will perform standard to complex analytical work related to the agency’s SIM in house pedestrian ramp upgrade crews and associated infrastructure programs.

This position requires strong analytical and critical thinking skills, exceptional attention to detail and the ability to collect, organize, reconcile, and analyze information from multiple sources. S/he will support program oversight, budget monitoring, cost analysis, and performance assessment activities while responding to time sensitive requests and providing accurate actionable information.

Key responsibilities will include but not limited to: Perform cost estimates versus actual expenditures analysis for Street Improvement Projects (SIP), identifying variances and trends; conduct audits and reviews related to IFA costs to ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper allocation of expenditures; audit and review the Consolidated Local Street and Highway Improvement Program (CHIPS) spreadsheet, including (PS) costs, to verify accuracy. Prepare analytical summaries, reports, charts, and other materials to communicate findings and support management decision making. Collaborate with internal units, project staff, budget personnel, and stakeholders to obtain, validate, and clarify information. Assist with identifying opportunities to improve data accuracy, reporting processes, budget monitoring, and overall program performance.

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Qualifications

A master's degree from an accredited college in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, human resources management, management science, operations research, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, statistics, personnel administration, labor relations, psychology, sociology, human resources development, political science, urban studies or a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school; or

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of satisfactory full- time professional experience working in one or a combination of the following areas: working with the budget of a large public or private concern in budget administration, accounting, economic or financial administration, or fiscal or economic research; in management or methods analysis, operations research, organizational research or program evaluation; in personnel or public administration, recruitment, position classification, personnel relations, labor relations, employee benefits, staff development, employment program planning/administration, labor market research, economic planning, social services program planning/evaluation, or fiscal management; or in a related area.

An associate degree or completion of 60 semester credits from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in "2" above.

A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and six years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in "2" above.

A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” above. College education may be substituted for professional experience at the rate of 30 semester credits from an accredited college for one year of experience. However, all candidates must have a high school diploma.

Special Note:

To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, one additional year of professional experience as described in "2" above.

Additional Information

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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