What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grants and Research Analyst, Bureau of Finance, Administration and Services position at DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE?
- DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE
- Full-Time
- No Exam Required
Job Description
The Bureau of Finance, Administration and Services (BFAS) seeks a Grants and Research Analyst to support the critical administrative work of the bureau supporting grants and special projects for the division and to work with the Fund for Public Health of New York City (FPHNY). The Grants and Research Analyst will assume quantitative research oversight for conducting fiscal and budget analyses to support and advance the Center for Community Health and Wellness (CHECW) public health outreach efforts impacting under-served members of the NYC community. In addition, the Grants and Research Analyst will analyze the efficiency of procuring goods, services, and the analytic review of contracts with CHECW's external partners.
DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:
- Lead financial and policy research to improve grants applications and FPHNY Negotiated Acquisition project proposals.
- Develop dashboards and visual data reports to present to senior management and leadership in CHECW. Conduct financial and policy research to improve efficiency and provide customer service support.
- Analyze and review grant documentation and grant protocols.
- Prepare analytic reports, make recommendations to supervisor concerning provision of additional funding or defunding of existing programs procurement documents and contracts.
- Conduct analyses of grant funding spending over grant cycle to prepare budget projection reports for current and upcoming fiscal years.
- Work in partnership with bureau leadership to develop and lead tracking and management of strategic plannings goal setting for CHECW. Analyze and provide information on vendors past performance and financial status as well as other factors which might affect the delivery of contract services .
- Analyze and review grant documentation including grant budgets, proposals, and reports to ensure compliance with contracts and grant protocols.
- Prepare fiscal analysis reports, make recommendations to supervisor concerning provision of additional funding or defunding of existing programs procurement documents and contracts.
- Monitor and review vendor invoices, maintain vendor files in an organized manner and keep running total vendor accounts.
- Monitor and create reports on the performance of post-award contractors to ensure contract compliance through review of standard reporting documents; provide customer support as needed.
- Serve as a centralized divisional level liaison by establishing collaborative partnerships with bureaus and Finance, Legal and HR at the agency and at FPHNY to resolve issues.
Why you should work for us:
- Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
- Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.
Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!
The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.
CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST - 21744
Minimum Qualifications
1. For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health.
To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have:
1. A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or
2. A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in "2" above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in "1" and "2" above.
NOTE:
Probationary Period
Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.
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.
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- Experience Level:Experienced (Non-Manager)
- Category:Policy, Research & Analysis
Salary : $10,000
