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Staff Analyst, Level I

  1. POLICE DEPARTMENT
Posted on: 03/13/2026
  1. Full-time

Location

MANHATTAN

  1. Exam may be required

Department

Payroll Section/Civ and Cadet

$62,517.00 – $85,114.00

Job Description

This vacancy has now expired.

**Applicants must be permanent in the civil service 'Staff Analyst' title.**

The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The New York City Police Department strives to foster a safe and fair city through the strategic deployment of resources, focusing on both crime prevention and addressing quality-of-life concerns while building lasting community relationships.

The Payroll Section is responsible for processing payroll for all civilian and uniformed members of service for the NYPD. The Payroll Section is seeking a Staff Analyst, I to perform professional accounting work, and who will be responsible for the following:

- Analyze and audit the pending pay details report (160/161 report)
- Process special projects on a case by case basis
- Oversee the collection and recovery process for both separated civilian and uniformed members of the service
- Issue formal notification letters to former employees detailing overpayment amounts and repayment options
- Manage the intake of repayments and ensure all funds are accurately processed and forwarded to the Office of Payroll Administration (OPA)
- Act as the primary point of contact for OPA and the Law Department to coordinate legal recovery efforts and reconcile payroll records



WORK LOCATIONS:
1 Police Plaza, NY, NY 10038

HOURS:
0830x1630

TO APPLY:
Click the Apply’ button below, or visit: http://cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for JOB ID #773380

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Must be available to perform overtime as requested and/or needed based on deadlines and/or projects.

In compliance with federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

STAFF ANALYST - 12626


Minimum Qualifications

A master's degree from an accredited college 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 Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school; or

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of satisfactory full- time professional experience working in one or a combination of the following areas: 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.

An associate degree or completion of 60 semester credits from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in "2" above.

A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and six years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in "2" above.

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.


Preferred Skills

- Must be very detail oriented and proficient in data entry - Preferred computer applications: MS Excel, MS Word, MS Access, PMS (Payroll Management System), CHRMS (City Human Resources Management System), PI (Payroll Information), Citytime, NYCAPS (NYC Automated Personnel System)
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.

Job ID

773380

Posted until

2026-03-26

Title code

12626

Civil service title

STAFF ANALYST

Title classification

Competitive-1

Business title

Staff Analyst, Level I

  1. Entry-Level

Job level

01

Number of positions

1

Work location

1 Police Plaza, N.Y.

  1. Administration & Human Resources

Staff Analyst, Level I

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