What are the responsibilities and job description for the Budget Analyst Assistant position at DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE?
- DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE
- Full-Time
- Exam May Be Required
Job Description
The core values of CARES guide our work for communities and inform our behavior toward each other and all those we serve.
- Commitment: Dedicated to the mission at all times
- Accountability: Responsible to each other and the community
- Resilience: Adapt in the face of adversity
- Excellence: Achieve and maintain the highest quality
- Service: Innovate to meet evolving needs
OPEN TO CITY EMPLOYEES WHO ARE PERMANENT IN THE TITLE OR A COMPARABLE TITLE.
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner is seeking a motivated, energetic individual committed to achieving excellence in a public-sector environment and a desire to be part of a City agency that is on the cutting edge of forensic science and investigation. The selected candidate requires knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification and resolution of revenue and grants administration issues. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
Expense Budget Duties:
- Developing and monitoring programmatic budgets including preparing analyses of spending, evaluating and analyzing funding needs.
- Serving as fiscal liaison to assigned program areas by giving budget support.
- Authorizing spending requests submitted by programs.
- Preparing analyses and reports in Microsoft Excel using formulas, pivot tables, and other tools.
- Performing budget modifications and other technical transactions in the City Financial Management Systems (FMS).
Grant – Specific Duties:
- Assist agency programs with the fiscal development of grant proposals.
- Submit and manage proposals to grantors and coordinate any requested changes or special condition requirements.
- Total financial management of assigned agency grants, including but not limited to financial reporting requirements; preparation, analysis and monitoring of grant related encumbrances and expenditures; budget transactions such as budget modifications, journal entries, and grant-close outs.
- Analyze grant spending and make recommendations to management.
- Assist in the preparation and coordination of grant audits by funders.
- Perform special projects and other related duties as required.
Additional Duties:
- Process and obtain approvals for OCME business related travels by ensuring adherence to the Federal, State and City guidelines governing business travel.
- Process business related travel reimbursements based on Federal, State and City guidelines.
- Perform analyses on an as needed basis.
- Coordinate closely with all Admin and Finance areas to ensure efficient and effective services in support of the agency
ASSOCIATE STAFF ANALYST - 12627
Minimum Qualifications
1. A master's degree from an accredited college in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, public health, 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 Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, and one year 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, labor 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; or
2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and three years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in the areas described in "1" above.
3.An associate degree or completion of 60 semester credits from an accredited college and five years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in “1” above.
4. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and seven years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in “1” above.
5.A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” above. College education may be substituted for professional experience at the rate of 30 semester credits from an accredited college for one year of experience. However, all candidates must have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience as described in “1” above.
Preferred Skills
- The selected individual should be self-motivated and will be expected to exercise a level of discretion in their work. - A strong analytical background. - Excellent writing and communication skills. - Must be proficient in Microsoft - Office Suite including strong Excel skills. - Knowledge and experience with the City of New York budget process, Financial Management System (FMS), FMS/2 Business Object Reporting and FMS/3 InfoAdvantage.
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.
- Experience Level:Entry-Level
- Category:Administration & Human Resources
Salary : $79,473 - $105,138
