Hours: Full-Time – 35 Hours
Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Ave, LIC, Queens 11101

Only candidates who are permanent in the Associate Staff Analyst title or those who are reachable on the current Promotional list (Exam #9537), or Open-Competitive list (Exam #9061) may apply. Please include a copy of your Notice of Result card or indicate if you are already permanent in the title. If you do not meet the previously mentioned civil service criteria, you will not be considered for an interview.

All are welcome to file for Promotional Exam #5530 or Open-Competitive Exam #5041, which will be available for filing on the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services webpage on September 4, 2024 to be considered for future positions in this civil service title.

For more information and to apply for the Associate Staff Analyst Exam, visit https://a856-exams.nyc.gov/OASysWeb/home .


The NYC Department of Design and Construction seeks a Deputy Director, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Data Unit. The Deputy Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Data Unit is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing the management of personnel status changes and supervising a team of data analysts. This role involves strategic oversight of the agency’s monthly hiring plan, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of personnel data, and managing the overall coordination of HR and budget-related functions. The Deputy Director works under the direction of the Assistant Commissioner and works closely with the Director of Personnel to ensure compliance with agency policies and data accuracy. The role also includes assuming the OMB Data Analytics responsibilities of the Assistant Commissioner in their absence.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Leadership and Supervision:
- Oversee and provide leadership to the Lead OMB Data Analyst, OMB Data Analyst, and Data Analyst (Personnel) team.
- Ensure the effective management of staff and the completion of their responsibilities related to personnel data and budget submissions.
- Foster a collaborative environment, providing guidance, training, and support to team members.
2. Agency Status Changes and Personnel Data Management:
- Direct and oversee the agency’s monthly hiring plan, ensuring that all personnel data is accurately tracked and updated.
- Review and approve personnel status changes, including new hires, promotions, and separations.
- Ensure the integrity and accuracy of data within the HR Information System (HRIS) and other relevant databases.
3. Data Analysis and Reporting:
- Supervise the creation of detailed reports and visualizations regarding personnel data, hiring status, and other relevant metrics.
- Ensure timely and accurate submission of the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) monthly reports, and corresponding OMB responses.
- Oversee the preparation of data for submission into the NYCAPS system, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
4. Coordination and Communication:
- Manage the flow of information between the Personnel, Data Management, Recruitment and Retention Units, as well as the Commissioner’s Office.
- Coordinate with the Assistant Commissioner and Director of Personnel to address and resolve issues related to personnel data and budget submissions.
- Serve as the primary liaison for inquiries from OMB and other senior staff.
5. Compliance and Performance Management:
- Ensure compliance with agency-wide performance management programs, including both managerial and non-managerial e-Performance systems.
- Provide guidance and support in troubleshooting e-Performance technical and qualitative issues.
- Monitor and track compliance with performance management requirements and report on program effectiveness.
6. Strategic Planning and Documentation:
- Develop and implement strategic plans for personnel data management and budget submissions.
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for data processes, reporting procedures, and performance management systems.
- Document standard operating procedures and best practices for personnel and budget management tasks.
7. Assumption of Director Responsibilities:
- Assume the OMB Data Analytics responsibilities of the Assistant Commissioner in their absence, including providing guidance and oversight functions.

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application.

All applicants, including City Employees:
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1. A master’s degree from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) 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 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; or in management or methods analysis, operations research, organizational research or program evaluation; or 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 or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and three years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in the areas described in “1" above.

Preference will be given to candidates with 5-7 years of experience in personnel management, data analysis, or a related field, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role. This role will benefit from a candidate with a proven ability to lead, mentor, and manage a team effectively, knowledge of data visualization and manipulation tools such as Power BI and Excel, experience with HRIS systems and database management, strong skills in generating and interpreting reports and presentations, excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with senior staff and stakeholders, strong ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities, and, high level of accuracy in data management and reporting.

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.

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/.

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.

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.