Director, Strategic Budgeting & Financial Planning

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan Forgiveness

Health insurance

Pension plan

Tax-Deferred savings

Wellness program

Work From Home (up to two days)

Job summary

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene seeks a City Research Scientist to oversee budgeting, financial research, and reporting across agency programs. The role involves supervising staff, coordinating with leadership, and ensuring compliance with City regulations.

Residency in New York City is generally required. The department emphasizes equity, public health impact, and collaboration with internal programs and external partners.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in an appropriate field in physical, biological, environmental science or public health.
• Doctorate or equivalent combination with demonstrated supervisory/research experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintains records, writes reports, and prepares presentations on financial plan submissions and implementation for agency leadership.
• Reviews budget data for compliance with City regulations and funding requirements.
• Prepares data for fiscal summary reports and recommends funding changes.
• Coordinates responses for financial information from external partners.
• Uses DOHMH and City financial systems to support budget research.

Education

Master's degree in physical/biological/environmental science or in public health

Doctorate degree in physical/biological/environmental or social science with required experience

Job description

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene seeks a City Research Scientist to oversee budgeting, financial research, and reporting across agency programs. The role involves supervising staff, coordinating with leadership, and ensuring compliance with City regulations.

Residency in New York City is generally required. The department emphasizes equity, public health impact, and collaboration with internal programs and external partners.