Staff Analyst Series

Description

JOB INFORMATION:

Title:	Transit Management Series / Staff Analyst   Series
Authority:	OA/TA
Department:	Security
Division/Unit:	Vulnerability Mitigation & New Technology
Location:	130 Livingston Street
Hours:	Any
Telework (if Applicable):
Reporting Manager (if Applicable):	Senior Director
Deadline (if Applicable):	Until Filled
Compensation	OA-REP
Staff Analyst I	$71,203 - $84,295
Staff Analyst II	$82,673 - $92,077
Associate Staff Analyst	$93,453 $121,004

RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position is responsible for performing vulnerability assessments and making mitigation recommendations utilizing physical and electronic security systems applications.

Responsibilities include:

• Performing site surveys; developing, reviewing, and commenting on scopes of work, technical and functional specifications, and concepts of operations; reviewing design drawings, and project management.
• Being responsible for performing system administration functions; performing/coordinating system hardware and software implementation, configuration, and upgrades.
• Identifying system/equipment malfunctions, performing preliminary level troubleshooting, and initiating, coordinating, and overseeing preventive and remedial maintenance, to ensure systems are kept in a state of good repair.
• Researching and vetting new physical and electronic security applications emerging in the rapidly changing security industry, with regard to potential deployment at NYCT.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Associate Staff Analyst

1. A master's degree from an accredited college in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, public health, 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, 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; 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; or

2.A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and three years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in the areas described in "1" above; or

3. An associate degree or completion of 60 semester credits from an accredited college and five years of full-time satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in “1” above; or

4. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and seven years of full-time satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in “1” above; or

5. 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 and at least one year of experience as described in “1” above.

Staff Analyst I & Staff Analyst II

1. A masterʹs 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

2. 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; or

3. An associate degree or completion of 60 semester credits from an accredited college and four years of full-time satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in ʺ2ʺ above; or

4. 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 full-time satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in ʺ2ʺ above; or

5. 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.

Special Note:

To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, one additional year of professional experience as described in ʺ2ʺ above.

Desired Skills:
Background in physical and electronic security with extensive experience
in project management and design, development, implementation, and
troubleshooting of integrated electronic security systems.
Extensive experience in system administration and maintenance of large
scale integrated electronic security systems, preferably Lenel OnGuard.
Competence with Windows operating systems and networking.
Experience with SQL, computer networking and relational databases.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

OTHER INFORMATION

Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate. (If necessary)

As an employee of MTA NYC Transit, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the state of New York, if your position earns more than $101,379 (this is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.

For 55-a eligible titles: Candidates selected for this position may be placed in a competitive or non-competitive class position based on their qualifications. Qualified candidates who are placed in a competitive class position are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter and in the upper right corner of your resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the following link https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Final salary is determined experience, skillset, and alignment with compensation practices. The posted range reflects expected compensation and may be updated as market or business needs evolve.

To be eligible for consideration for a new role, current MTA employees must complete at least one year of service in their current role prior to applying. Additionally, eligibility to interview is contingent upon maintaining a satisfactory record of job performance, attendance, and disciplinary conduct. Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.