Job Information
Title Analyst Series | Department: Special Investigations & Review |
Authority: OA | Division/Unit: Special Investigations & Review |
Work Location: Various | Hours: Various |
Compensation: | |
Staff Analyst I (OA) | Min: $71,203 - Max: $84,295 |
Staff Analyst II (OA) | Min: $80,071 – Max: $89,179 |
Associate Staff Analyst (OA) | Min: $93,453 – Max: $121,004 |
| OA represented by TWU |
Deadline: June 19th 2026 | Reporting Manager: ACO Special Investigations |
Responsibilities
The incumbent is responsible for assisting the Assistant Chief Officer in conducting operational investigations and studies to ensure the adequacy of controls and compliance with established procedures. Assist in the development and implementation of recommendations to correct deficiencies and enhance productivity. Prepare related memoranda and reports.
Education and Experience
Associate Staff Analyst
1. 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, 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 or university 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 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 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 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; or
2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of satisfactory full-time professional experience 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 or university and four years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in "2" above: or
4. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and six years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in "2" 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 or university 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 "2" above.
Desired Skills
- Knowledge of NYC Transit operations, policies and procedures.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to set priorities and work on multiple projects within limited time constraints.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Access, etc.).
- Knowledge of auditing, investigative/surveillance technique, and penal code.
Other Information
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”).
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.
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