Staff Analyst Series - Law/Torts
About the job
- Associate Staff Analyst qualification pathway: A master's degree from an accredited college or university 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, or urban studies, or a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, plus one year of satisfactory full-time professional experience in the specified fields; alternatively, a bachelor's degree plus three years of such experience; an associate degree or 60 semester credits plus five years of such experience; a high school diploma or equivalent plus seven years of such experience; or an equivalent combination. All candidates under the combination pathway must have a high school diploma and at least one year of the specified experience. College education may substitute for professional experience at 30 semester credits per year.
- Staff Analyst I and Staff Analyst II qualification pathway: A master's degree in one of the listed fields or a Juris Doctor degree; alternatively, a bachelor's degree plus two years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in the specified fields; an associate degree or 60 semester credits plus four years of such experience; a high school diploma or equivalent plus six years of such experience; or an equivalent combination. College education may substitute for professional experience at 30 semester credits per year, and all candidates must have a high school diploma.
- To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, candidates must have one additional year of professional experience as described in the qualification requirements after meeting the minimum requirements.
- Strong computer skills and problem-solving abilities are required.
- Desired skills section states that the incumbent must be able to assess and prioritize a large volume of work.
- Computer research proficiency using the internet and other computer resources.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Outlook.
- Excellent interpersonal communication, and excellent oral and written communication.
- Investigate accidents to develop litigation strategies and liability theories to defeat suits brought against MTA and its agencies, and prepare files for trial in coordination with staff attorneys and outside counsel.
- Review pending cases and prepare reports summarizing the case, liability and damages exposures, reserve recommendations, settlement value, potential subrogation opportunities, and allegations or information warranting further investigation.
- Settle claims and suits with claimants or their counsel within approved settlement authority limits.
- Consult with management on outstanding discovery for heavy-exposure cases and assist staff attorneys and outside counsel in obtaining documents.
- Communicate with outside counsel and prepare files for assignment to them.
- Conduct statutory hearings and follow-up investigations on Quick Response accidents, and appear in court to assist staff attorneys and outside counsel with trial, as needed.
- Manage a high-volume caseload; assess liability and damages; prepare written reports; investigate and document emergency situations; prioritize assignments; prepare files for independent investigators; and settle claims and suits directly with claimants or their counsel.
- Prior claims-handling experience is strongly desired.
About the company
MTA runs North America’s largest public transit network, serving about 15.3 million people across New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut through six agencies: NYC Transit, MTA Bus, LIRR, Metro-North, Bridges and Tunnels, and Construction & Development. It moves roughly 2.6 billion trips each year using subways, buses, commuter rails, bridges and tunnels, and related facilities. It differentiates itself by operating multiple transit modes under one umbrella, providing integrated services across districts and modes with extensive infrastructure. Its goal is to provide safe, clean, efficient public transportation that serves as the region’s lifeline and mobility backbone while supporting staff with solid benefits.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1834
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- March 3, 2026, Judge Liman upheld congestion pricing, protecting a growing revenue stream.
- June 2026 fare-gate deployments target fare evasion, a $350 million annual leakage source.
- Phase 2 will add East Harlem access by 2032, strengthening the network’s core value.
What critics are saying
- Subway weekday on-time performance fell to 82% in first-half 2026, eroding rider trust.
- The MTA still needs $3 billion in savings for its $68.4 billion capital plan.
- Federal funding fights continue; another Sean Duffy-style reversal could choke Phase 2 reimbursements.
What makes Metropolitan Transportation Authority unique
- MTA controls New York’s integrated subways, buses, bridges, and commuter rails, unmatched in U.S. scale.
- Congestion pricing generated $562 million in 2025, creating a dedicated funding engine for capital upgrades.
- Second Avenue Subway Phase 2 broke ground June 2026, showing rare megaproject execution capacity.
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