The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is seeking a dynamic finance professional to serve as Deputy Commissioner of Budget, a position reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer.
As the largest water and wastewater utility in the nation, DEP’s nearly 6,000 employees provide critical services to 8.5 million residents of New York City and more than one million residents in upstate New York. DEP is also responsible for improving quality of life in New York City by reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution.
New York City’s water and wastewater system is funded through the collection of water and sewer charges, which are established and revised, as needed, by the independent Water Board. Each year, DEP collects, on behalf of the Board, over $4.0 billion in revenue from 836,000 ratepayers. These funds support DEP’s operations and debt service. The debt service supports DEP’s robust capital program to ensure the long-term reliability of the system. Over the next ten years, DEP plans to spend $29.0 billion (FY24-33) across the system to upgrade wastewater treatment plants; reservoirs, dams and other upstate assets; and in-City water mains and sewers, including green infrastructure. DEP is also in the process of standing up a new Bureau of Coastal Resilience to plan and implement infrastructure that protects the City from the impacts of climate change and storm surge. The Budget Office plays a central role in ensuring adequate funds are available to meet our broad and critical mandate.
Generally, the Budget Office manages DEP’s capital, expense, grant, and miscellaneous revenue budgets; prepares budget and financial analyses and reports; and coordinates the Agency’s budget and financial matters with the Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and other oversight agencies.
With broad latitude for the exercise of independent judgement and decision making, the Deputy Commissioner of Budget will:
• oversee the development and administration of the annual expense and capital budgets in close consultation with department heads, the CFO and the Commissioner;
• ensure that all budgetary controls and records are maintained so that funds are available and properly allocated for the full scope of DEP’s needs and strategic priorities;
• build collaborative relationships with city partners, such as OMB, the Comptroller’s Office, the Office of Labor Relations, Central Payroll, the Department of Finance, and others;
• establish and maintain budgetary, accounting and fiscal systems necessary to set priorities and report on mission critical programs;
• analyze historical and projected needs to determine the optimum spending plan to meet DEP’s needs throughout the fiscal year;
• collaborate strongly with the Agency Chief Contracting Officer team to ensure data integration between procurement and budget functions, where applicable;
• direct modifications and updates to the Agency’s Ten-Year Capital Plan and adjustments to the citywide Financial Management Systems (FMS);
• lead process, change management and continuous improvement programs to increase the efficiency and performance capacity of the budget function;
• develop, compile and provide reports and analyses on a variety of budget, accounting and fiscal matters, many related to regulatory and oversight review and deadlines; and
• as needed, perform or direct complex and varied analyses for the Commissioner, the CFO and other senior staff .
Minimum Qual Requirements
• Master’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degreein Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field, and
• 10+ years of progressively responsible financial experience, including at least three years in an executive or administrativerole managing professionals with like education/experience background.
Preferred Skills
• Demonstrated excellence in finance, accounting, budgeting, controls, analysis, and reporting.
• Excellent relationship management skills and an ability to communicate complex issues to a variety of stakeholders.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive material and information with discretion, confidentiality, and sound judgement.
• Track record of a customer-centric approach to working with business stakeholders.
• Proven ability to improve team performance in a constrained environment.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office and advanced Excel skills
• Knowledge of NYC’s Financial Management System (FMS) or similar large-scale legacy accounting systems.
Additional Information
DEP is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to the diversity of our organization and workforce. Your voluntary response to the NYCAPS on-line application section for referral information will assist us tremendously in our ability to track the success of our outreach recruitment efforts. Please be sure to indicate your source of referral to this job.
For more information about NYCDEP, visit us at: www.nyc.gov/dep
We appreciate your interest and thank all applicants who apply, but only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
All appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval.
To Apply
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Please review the City’s Civil Service Exam requirements for full-time employees at
https://www1.nyc.gov/jobs/get-started.page
55-a Program
NOTE: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program and meet the education and experience requirements as listed in the job posting notice. Please indicate on your resume or cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program.
55A candidates are encouraged to apply.
Public Svc Loan Forgiveness
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 StudentAid.gov/PSLF .
Hours/Shift
35 hours/week
Work Location
59-17 Junction Blvd Corona Ny
Residency Requirement
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.
Recruitment Contact
Recruitment Contact: Grace Pigott
Recruitment Email: Recruit@dep.nyc.gov
POSTING DATE
06/28/2023
POST UNTIL
Until Filled
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.