The Grants Compliance Analyst will report to office of the Associate Commissioner of Grants and Fiscal Management for compliance tasks and will coordinate with the Director of Emergency Relief Grants for FEMA and CDGB-EDR (Community Development Block Grant-Emergency Disaster Relief) operational tasks. The ideal candidate will need to have experience in understanding and interpreting specialized and complex federal requirements, including emergency relief FEMA eligibility, FTA, FHWA, HUD grant eligibility, state and city policies, rules and regulations, and ensure compliance with them in order to facilitate transportation project planning, design and construction implementation. We are looking for a self-starter who can handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with moderate supervision under tight deadlines. The candidate will combine strong analytic/quantitative skills with program management. Strong communication skills, including writing and the ability to accomplish goals by working with various areas within DOT such as budget, and contracts and program management, and agencies outside DOT such as DDC, are key aspects of the position. The candidate should have a background in policy as well as experience in a City agency managing federal or state grants. Duties include: confirming compliance with eligibility requirements for federal and state grants; assisting in the preparation and review of contract specifications to adhere to federal regulatory and policy guidelines; planning and implementing in-service training programs based on emergency relief program/disaster recovery and other federal and state grant programs; conducting special complex studies and prepares appropriate reports; monitoring grant budgets, and tracking project budget and expenditures; monitoring grant/project progress; attending hearings and meetings as the technical advisor on quality assurance matters related to emergency relief and other federal and state grant programs; preparing reports for senior agency staff; reviewing project plans and ensuring compliance with agency, state and federal regulations, guidance, and policies; ability to work calmly and proficiently under pressure and to adhere to strict deadlines; and special projects may be assigned as needed.

WORK LOCATION: 55 Water Street, NY, NY,

WORK HOURS: M - F / 9 am- 5 pm

TO APPLY:

All resumes to be submitted electronically using one of the following methods: Please go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search Job ID# 706646. Current employees please log into Employees Self Service and follow the Careers Link. Most Public libraries have computers available for use. No phone calls, faxes or personnel inquires permitted. Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. Appointments are subject to Mayor's Office of Management and Budget approval. For more information visit nyc.gov/dot.

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Qualification Requirements: A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of satisfactory, full-time experience related to the projects and policies to be studied in the particular position. Experience with FEMA, CDBR-DR, FHWA, FTA, and HUD regulations, guidance and policies. Ability to work with large amounts of data in a fast paced, deadline driven environment. Demonstrate exceptional organizational, written and oral communications, problem solving, and analytic skills. Must possess good analytical, quantitative, computer (Excel), research, and communication skills.

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.

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Grant Compliance Analyst