Unit Head - TRANSPORTATION

DIVISION: Infrastructure, Parks and Capital Development
UNIT: TRANSPORTATION
JOB TITLE: One (1) Unit Head
CONTROL CODE: INF-27-02
SUMMARY:
The Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is the City government's chief financial agency. OMB's staff of analysts and experts assembles and oversees the Mayor’s expense and capital budgets, which fund the services and activities of approximately 90 City agencies and entities.
The Infrastructure, Parks and Capital Development Division is seeking a Unit Head to lead the Transportation Unit.
The Transportation Unit is responsible for monitoring the expense, capital, and revenue budgets of the Department of Transportation. This oversight role involves preparation of the financial plan through analysis of requests to fund new initiatives and development of proposals to optimize the use of resources; monitoring agency expenditures, operations, and key programmatic indicators to ensure adherence with the financial plan and management priorities; and participating in special projects and Citywide initiatives to facilitate efficient agency operations. Task Force staff work on high profile programs including the Bus Action Plan, Vision Zero, New York Streets Plan, and assessment of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The duties of this position encompass the following:
- Report to the Assistant Director of the Transportation Task Force. Manage a team of junior staff and direct the activity of the Transportation Unit.
- Review agency programs and expenditures in the preparation of the annual expense budget and capital budget in order to ensure a sufficient allocation of resources for the Department of Transportation (DOT) to meet mandated responsibilities and programmatic requirements.
- Monitor the ongoing administration of DOT’s expense budget to ensure that agency resources and program allocations are expended in accordance with established priorities and goals and evaluating performance.
- Analyze program expenditure options and recommendation solutions involving DOT operational and organizational issues to ensure the provision of maximum services at the least cost.
- Review the Federal and State funding awards received by the DOT and monitor the corresponding expenditure and billing activities.
- Provide oversight over DOT capital projects, including timely Certificate to Proceed (CP) review.
- Prepare written and oral budget presentations to the Mayor, City Council, and other oversight bodies to ensure that the budget process proceeds in accordance with legal and charter mandates.
- Analyze legislative proposals and estimating their fiscal impact on operational policies.
- Respond to time sensitive inquiries from communications and intergovernmental staff on DOT projects, proposals, and policies.
- Ensure staff is fully trained and briefed on issues and deadlines and provide periodic and appropriate feedback and guidance to staff to assure optimal performance.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must possess strong computer technology skills including a proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) and the ability to learn new technology quickly.
- Exceptional attention to detail, as well as superb organizational and research skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain working relationships with staff, City officials, government agencies, the public and others with utmost professionalism.
- Outstanding written and spoken communications skills.
- Ability to work independently as a self-motivator and to motivate others as a leader of a team.
- Ability to work calmly and proficiently under pressure and to adhere to strict deadlines.
- Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills.
- Advanced skills with Microsoft Office software and the Financial Management System (FMS).
- Must be able to work evenings and weekends as needed.
REQUIREMENTS:
A cover letter is required to be considered for this position. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.
Unit Head ($121,768): Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Public Policy, Urban Studies, or a subject related to the specific assignment with a minimum of four years of full-time experience in budget planning/management, financial analysis, public policy analysis or a related field; or an awarded Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Public Policy, Public Administration, Urban Studies, or a subject related to the specific assignment with a minimum of two years of full-time experience in a field related to the specific assignment. All applicants must have at least one prior year of supervisory experience.
Studies have shown that women, people of color, and other under-represented groups are less likely
to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are interested in finding the best candidate for the job and will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet the qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role
THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET AND THE CITY OF NEW YORK ARE INCLUSIVE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS 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.
You must be a City resident within 90 days of the date of appointment and you must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
SUBMISSION OF A RESUME IS NOT A GUARANTEE THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE AN INTERVIEW; ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED.
This is a hybrid position with in-person days located at OMB’s offices at 255 Greenwich Street
BUDGET ANALYST (OMB) - 06088

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college.

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.