Budget Analyst, Bureau of Budget Administration

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan Forgiveness

Public sector pension

Work From Home Policy

Job summary

The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) is seeking a Research Assistant (60910) to support data-driven budgeting, research, and reporting. The role collaborates with Assistant Directors and staff to monitor budgets, prepare analyses, and review grant submissions.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree with relevant experience or an equivalent combination. NYC residency is generally required within 90 days, and the 55-a program may apply; strong writing and data skills are

Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree with six months of relevant research experience.
• Associate degree with two years and six months of relevant research experience.
• Four-year high school diploma with four years and six months of relevant research experience.
• Education and experience equivalent to the above.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining the Division's Personnel Services and Other than Personnel Services budgets.
• Assist in updating internal budgeting systems and monitoring spending.
• Assist in preparation and review of grant applications.
• Review budgets and budget modifications submitted by programs.
• Make recommendations to program representatives for changes and corrections of errors.
• Review statistical budgetary data submitted by contract agencies.
• Prepare fiscal summary reports and analyses.
• Research the programmatic implications of proposed policies.
• Identify impact of contracts.
• Assist in development and implementation of new policies and procedures.

Skills

Data analysis

Report writing

Education

Baccalaureate degree

Associate degree

High school diploma

Job description

The Finance Division at DOHMH has central responsibility and authority for all the finance, contracting, procurement, payroll, and revenue functions of the nation’s largest local health department. DOHMH has approximately 7,000 employees and serves the nation’s largest city of 8.8 million New Yorkers. Position Summary: The Budget Analyst would be reporting to Assistant Directors along with other staff. The Budget Analyst will be responsible for monitoring, tracking, and financial management.

Duties Will Include But Not Be Limited To

• Assist in maintaining the Division's Personnel Services and Other than Personnel Services budgets
• Assist in updating of internal budgeting systems and monitoring spending
• Assist in preparation and review of grant application submission
• Review budgets and budget modifications submitted by programs
• Make recommendations to the program representatives for changes and corrections of errors
• Review statistical budgetary data submitted by contract agencies
• Prepare fiscal summary reports and analyses
• Research the programmatic implications of proposed policies
• Identify impact of contracts
• Assist in the development and implementation of new policies and procedures

Why You Should Work For Us

• Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
• a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
• additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
• a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• a tax-deferred savings program and
• a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
• Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise. Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

Commitment To Equity

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. The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at [e-mail] or 347-396-6549.

RESEARCH ASSISTANT - 60910

Minimum Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and six months of satisfactory full-time experience in research which involves gathering, organizing and analyzing data, and report writing; or
• An associate degree from an accredited college, or completion of 60 semester credits at an accredited college, and two years and six months of satisfactory full-time experience in research which involves gathering, organizing and analyzing data, and report writing; or
• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and four years and six months of satisfactory full-time experience in research which involves gathering, organizing and analyzing data, and report writing; or
• Education and experience equivalent to "1", "2", or "3" above. Undergraduate college credit can be substituted for experience on the basis of 30 semester credits from an accredited college for one year of full-time experience. Completion of nine credits, at the college or graduate school level, in statistics, quantitative methods, mathematics, or research can be substituted for six months of the required experience. However, all candidates must possess a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and at least six months of required experience or the nine specialized credits.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for 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 generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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.