The NYC Department of Transportation is seeking a qualified Staff Analyst to serve within the Training and Development Unit, a division of Human Resources and Facility Management. Reporting directly to the Director of Training and Development, the selected candidate will assume the role of Training Specialist, with primary responsibilities including the delivery and in-person facilitation of safety and workplace compliance training programs.

Core duties will include (but not limited to) conducting the agency’s annual Right-to-Know and Safety Awareness training for field personnel. This training encompasses a range of critical safety topics, such as Personal Protective Equipment, Hearing Conservation, Workplace Violence Prevention, Mobile Equipment Safety, and Bloodborne Pathogens. Additionally, the selected candidate will be responsible for facilitating in-person compliance training sessions on Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) topics, Certificate of Fitness Examination Preparation, and Defensive Driving.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to adapt to dynamic instructional settings, quickly acquire subject matter knowledge, and effectively conduct varied training exercises. Further responsibilities include assisting with the design and development of training curricula, researching current health and safety regulations, maintaining accurate records of training activities, and preparing reports, statistics, and project updates for submission to the Director of Training and Development. The candidate must demonstrate flexibility in their work schedule, including availability for early morning and evening assignments.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE OF STAFF ANALYST, OR BE REACHABLE ON THE STAFF ANALYST CIVIL SERVICE LIST, OR BE ELIGIBLE UNDER THE 55A PROGRAM.

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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.

- Demonstrated experience in adult education, training, or K–12 instruction. - Excellent written and oral communication skills, along with strong public speaking and presentation capabilities. - Knowledge of adult learning theories and strategies to effectively engage adult learners. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. - Experience in writing and reviewing test preparation material is strongly preferred. - Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) is highly desirable. - Familiarity with virtual training platforms such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams.

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.

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