Senior Analyst

NYC Administration for Children's Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 98,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYC Administration for Children’s Services seeks a Senior Analyst to lead data management, project management, process improvement, and contract specification writing. You will conduct complex statistical analyses, develop reports and dashboards, and support executive reporting within the COO’s office.

The role requires strong quantitative skills, experience with large data sets, and the ability to coordinate cross-functionally.

Qualifications

• Master's degree plus 2 years of professional experience in budget/financial administration or related areas; 18 months in supervisory capacity.
• Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of professional experience in budget/financial administration or related areas.
• Experience with large data sets, complex reports, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage procurement and financial reporting tools and dashboards.
• Coordinate with division units to analyze procurement and financial data and identify trends.
• Lead process improvement initiatives and document operational procedures.
• Develop project plans and documentation for major division-wide projects.
• Prepare and update contract specifications with knowledge of construction, engineering, and architecture practices.

Skills

Data analysis

Quantitative analysis

Report writing

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in economics/finance/ accounting/ business or public administration

Bachelor's degree + 4 years professional experience

Job description

THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $98,140.00 - $107,954.00

THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO CANDIDATES WHO ARE PERMANENT (NOT PROVISIONAL) IN THE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ANALYST.

The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of children and families through child welfare and juvenile justice services and community supports. ACS manages community-based supports and foster care services and provides subsidized childcare vouchers. ACS child protection staff respond to allegations of child maltreatment. In juvenile justice, ACS oversees detention, placement, and programs for youth in the community.

The Division of Administration provides a wide range of support services throughout ACS to ensure all Divisions receive adequate and efficient support services to carry out their respective missions. The Division of Administration (Admin) employs approximately 463 public employees. Admin manages a Personnel Services (PS) Budget of approximately $29M and an Other Than Personnel Services (OTPS) Budget (OTPS) of $140M. It provides services including building maintenance, real estate, design, construction management, facilities and custodial services, occupational safety and health, operational support, security, transportation, and print production.

The Office of the Chief Operating Officer (COO) provides high-level administrative and analytical operational support to the Division of Administration. The Office of the COO is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of short-term plans and long-term organizational strategies for the Division, factoring in all projects and plans approved by the Deputy Commissioner. The Office manages the $75M Other Than Personnel Services (OTPS) Budget for all Divisional contracts and finances for the Division to effectively manage contracts and deliver operational goods and services.

What We’re Looking For

Reporting to the Executive Director for Financial and Contract Administration within the COO's Office, the Senior Analyst will be primarily responsible for four major functions: Data Management, Project Management, Process Improvement, and Specification Writing. The Selected candidate must have the ability to conduct complex statistical analysis and develop detailed reports, charts and graphs based on various mathematical models; and have the ability to independently perform related work of a highly complex, technical nature; producing and maintaining detailed documentation.

Data Management

Developing and managing reporting tools to improve procurement and financial tracking and planning within the COO's Office. Coordinating with units within the division, at regular intervals, to compile and analyze procurement and financial data, and identify trends and issues. Developing and managing dashboards and other monitoring tools for tracking and executive reporting of procurement and financial data. Must have experience in building and maintaining complex reports, charts and graphs.

Process Improvement/Performance Management

Developing and using work aids/guides/manuals, such as process description, checklists, templates, guides to assist the units within the COO Office to implement defined processes; Developing solutions to organizational issues and concerns and developing organized change strategies; Establishing and documenting processes that support the continuous improvement of sound business practices within the COO's Office.

Project Management

Developing and managing project plans and documentation to support major projects within the division and across the agency; Developing and revising business operations processes, and coordinates technology solutions.

Specification Writing

Will be responsible for the design, implementation, enhancement and maintenance of the Division’s portfolio of contract specification documents. The incumbent should be knowledgeable in the areas of construction, engineering, and architecture practices, and be able to write and update technical specifications.

Additional Information

Section 424-A of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report.

The Administration for Children’s Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing access to all individuals. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Simone Campbell at [e-mail] or 212-676-6955.

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ANALYST ( - 1002A

Minimum 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 closely related field, and two years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in one or a combination of the following: 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, 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. 18 months of this experience must have been in an executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory capacity. Supervision must have included supervising staff performing professional work in the areas described above; or


• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of professional experience in the areas described in \"1\" above, including the 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory experience, as described in \"1\" above.

Preferred Skills

• Demonstrated experience in quantitative analysis, and data analysis dealing with large data sets.


• Familiarity or background in predictive analysis, data analytics and data mining concepts.


• Experience in building and maintaining complex reports, charts and graphs.


• Ability to Manage large projects with minimal supervision. Ability to multi-task and prioritizes projects.


• Work experience in Construction Management, Architecture and or Engineering project delivery executive and external reporting.


• Solid interpersonal skills with demonstrated experience successfully engaging and working with business and technical customers at all levels of an organization.


• Exceptional listening, written and verbal communication skills.


• Demonstrated ability to tactfully address difficult topics with internal and external stakeholders.


• Demonstrated experience in the successful management of cross-functional teams with a wide range of business and technical experience demonstrated ability to coach and teach project staff in best practices in project management and project management experience in the development of online systems in network and cloud-based environments.


• The preferred candidate should ideally have a graduate degree in economics, mathematics, statistics, finance, or another related field

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 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.

$98,140.00 – $131,956.00