Grant Budget Manager

## Job Description Job Description \*\*\* To be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of City Planner, or be reachable on the open competitive civil service list for Exam No. 5045. \*\*\* The Division of Transportation Planning and Management (TPM) is responsible for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods on the City's streets, supporting the larger goals of economic and social vitality for people living, working and doing business in New York City. The Division’s responsibilities include planning, street design, technical analysis, signs, transit development, freight mobility and markings, ensuring the safety of motor vehicle occupants, pedestrians, and cyclists. TPM’s Administration Office provides support to ensure that sufficient resources are in place to perform these projects. TPM seeks an experienced analyst to support multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment to meet tight deadlines. Under general supervision and with some latitude of independent judgement, the candidate’s responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following: Manage and coordinate grants for TPM Subdivisions; work with project managers to develop grant proposals/applications for funding; ensure division grant funded contracts have federal language and grant compliant; Coordinate grants modifications and spending plans for submission to Budget and respond to OMB Q&A; monitor grant project progress and prepare administrative actions such as time extensions and closeouts; provide support and coordination with multiple TPM operating budgets and financial plans; assist division with end of year budget exercises such as roll exercises, accruals and revenue projection; prepare quarterly claims and progress reports for submission to the agency’s Grants Administration. Additionally, selected candidate may be required to assist with procurement and management of division’s data collection contracts, including liaising with DOT project managers, NYMTC, NYSDOT, and other agencies and stakeholders. The position requires extensive coordination within TPM and with the agency’s Budget and Grants Administration. Preferred Skills Strong computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat; Solid experience and knowledge of the city’s budget processes; Experience in submission of FTA and FHWA grant claims; knowledge and experience in the City's Financial Management System (FMS) and Info Advantage reports, PassPort and CHRMS reports; Good interpersonal and communication skills and abilities to work effectively and responsibly with internal and external parties for follow-ups and tasks completion. Additional Information \*\*\* To be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of City Planner or be reachable on the open competitive civil service list for Exam No. 5045. \*\*\* Hours/Shift: 35hrs/ 9:00-5:00 pm Work Location: 55 Water Street, New York, NY 10041 To Apply All resumes are to be submitted electronically using one of the following methods: Current employees, please log into Employee Self Service and follow the Careers Link. Job ID #: 784045 All other applicants, go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID # 784045 No phone calls, faxes or personal inquiries permitted. Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Most public libraries have computers available for use. Note: New hires must reside in NYC for the first two years of employment. Appointments are subject to OMB approval. For more information about DOT, visit us at: www.nyc.gov/dot CITY PLANNER - 22122 ## Qualifications 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of satisfactory full-time experience in city planning; or 2. A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience that is equivalent to “1"" above. Graduate education in city planning, urban planning, urban design, architecture, lan…