Deputy Director Resource Management

New York City Department of Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Deputy Director for its Resource Management Unit, responsible for overseeing a substantial budget and managing a dedicated team. This role involves developing and tracking budgets, coordinating with various administrative and operational units, and leading special projects that require in-depth economic and statistical analyses. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background in economics or finance, coupled with professional experience in budget administration. Join a dynamic team committed to enhancing the operational efficiency of NYC's streets and highways.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in relevant fields or a bachelor's degree plus 2 years of experience.
• Experience in budget administration and economic analysis is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and track capital and expense budgets.
• Manage contracts essential for division operations.
• Assist the Director with daily operations and policy recommendations.

Skills

Budget Administration

Economic Analysis

Financial Research

Management Analysis

Statistical Analysis

Education

Master's Degree in Economics

Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of experience

Job description

Transfer Opportunity

To be considered for this position, candidates must be serving permanently in the title of Staff Analyst or be eligible under the 55a Program.

Division Overview

The division of Roadway Repair and Maintenance (RRM) is seeking a Deputy Director to support leadership in the Resource Management Unit. RRM employs approximately 1,400 staff and manages NYC's streets and arterial highways, overseeing a $266 million capital budget and a $190 million expense budget. The Resource Management unit ensures division priorities are funded and reports on operational statistics and key indicators. It comprises analysts coordinating with administrative and operational units to support funding and management of budgets, contracts, and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and track capital and expense budgets.
• Support supervision of staff and ensure funding for division priorities.
• Coordinate with RRM administration, field offices, and external partners such as DOT ACCO, Budget, Policy offices, OMB, DCAS, and others.
• Manage contracts essential for division operations.
• Lead ad-hoc and special projects involving cost-benefit, statistical, and economic analyses.
• Assist the Director with daily operations, special projects, and policy recommendations to executive management.

Application Process

Submit resumes electronically via https://cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID #647642. No phone calls or personal inquiries are accepted. For more information about DOT, visit www.nyc.gov/dot.

Location & Hours

55 Water St., New York, NY 10041
Hours: 35 hours per week.

Minimum Qualifications

1. A master's degree in relevant fields such as economics, finance, public administration, or related areas from an accredited institution.
2. Or a baccalaureate degree plus two years of professional experience in areas like budget administration, economic or financial research, management analysis, or related fields.

Note: To qualify for Assignment Level II, an additional year of experience is required after meeting the minimum qualifications.

Additional Information

• This position is open to qualified persons with disabilities under the 55a Program. Please indicate your interest in the 55a Program at the top of your resume and cover letter.
• You may be eligible for federal and state student loan forgiveness programs. More info at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
• Residency within NYC is generally required within 90 days of appointment, with some exceptions for city employees with two years of continuous service.
• The City of New York is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.