Strategic Federal Planning Lead

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Department of Transportation seeks a Federal Planning Activities Lead to oversee the agency’s federally funded planning portfolio, including the UPWP, grant amendments, and program budgets. You will supervise staff, coordinate with NYMTC, and provide data-driven briefings for senior leadership and external agencies.

The role emphasizes sophisticated budgeting, federal compliance, and cross-agency collaboration, with exposure to planning, policy, and fiscal management within NYC’s transit

Qualifications

• Master’s degree plus one year of relevant public administration or budget experience.
• Bachelor’s degree plus three years of professional experience in budgeting, finance, or program evaluation.
• Combination of education and experience as described above is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and administration of the agency’s UPWP.
• Supervise staff performing analytical and grant-related activities.
• Manage quarterly fiscal and claims processes using FMS and related tools.
• Coordinate with NYMTC for reports, deliverables, and conformity cycles.
• Translate grant, budget, and program data into executive-level briefing materials.

Skills

Advanced Data Analysis

Workflow Automation

Interagency Coordination

Stakeholder Management

Data Visualization

Budget Tracking

Presentation Skills

Education

Master's degree in economics or public administration

Bachelor's degree + 3 years experience

Associate degree + 5 years experience

High school diploma + 7 years experience

Education/Experience combination (equivalent)

Tools

NYC Financial Management System (FMS)

Job description

NYC Department of Transportation seeks a Federal Planning Activities Lead to oversee the agency’s federally funded planning portfolio, including the UPWP, grant amendments, and program budgets. You will supervise staff, coordinate with NYMTC, and provide data-driven briefings for senior leadership and external agencies.

The role emphasizes sophisticated budgeting, federal compliance, and cross-agency collaboration, with exposure to planning, policy, and fiscal management within NYC’s transit