Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyTransportation, Department of

TitleSenior Capital Program Analyst/Capital Program Analyst Trainee 2/Trainee 1 (NY HELPS)

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $53674 to $85138 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address 50 Wolf Road

POD 6-4

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12232

Job Specifics

Duties Description Bureau Description:
The Local Programs Bureau oversees funding and programs that support local transportation infrastructure,
including both state and federally funded initiatives. The incumbent will assist in managing federal-aid programs,
ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and providing technical assistance to local sponsors.
Duties Description:
Under the supervision of an Associate Capital Program Analyst, the Local Programs Bureau is seeking to fill one
(1) position that will assist in the responsibility for technical and administrative oversight of federal programs,
working with the Regional Offices and local municipalities/agencies. Specific duties include, but are not limited
to:
? Assist with administration of the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), ensuring compliance with
federal requirements and managing programmatic funding allocations;
? Support local project sponsors with TAP project development, application review, and implementation
guidance;
? Track and report on TAP project progress, including financial management and obligation tracking;
? Provide guidance to Regional staff and local sponsors regarding federal funding eligibility, requirements
and processes;
? Assist in review and oversight of Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) compliance assessments,
ensuring adherence to federal aid regulations;
? Assist with administration of Emergency Relief (ER) funding as needed, ensuring compliance with
federal disaster recovery procedures;
? Support Regional staff and local sponsors in applying for ER funding, documenting damages, and
coordinating with FHWA;
? Support development of performance metrics for local federal-aid programs;
? Assist in organizing workshops, webinars, and training sessions on federal funding programs;
? Respond to inquiries from local agencies, consultants, regions, and federal partners regarding TAP and
other local federal-aid programs;
? Assist in preparation of guidance documents and procedural updates related to federal funding
requirements;
? Work with Regions to answer questions and provide guidance on programs;
? Monitor program specific Mailboxes and route accordingly;
? Assist with state aid programs as requested.

Candidates should possess good communication and meeting facilitation skills; have experience with Excel, PowerPoint and other databases.

Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the
department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations

Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY
HELPS).*
To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the opencompetitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:
Capital Program Analyst Trainee 1: A bachelor’s or higher degree.
Your required educational credentials must have been awarded by an educational institution
accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the
United States (U.S.) Department of Education/Secretary of Education. If awarded by an institution
outside of the U.S. and its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list
of companies that provide these services (fees must be paid to the company you choose) can be
found at: http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfmt
Capital Program Analyst Trainee 2: A bachelor’s or higher degree AND
Either 1. One year of professional experience *; OR
2. A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a field related to the position being filled **
Senior Capital Program Analyst: A bachelor’s or higher degree AND
Either 1. Two years of professional experience*; OR
2. A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a field related to the position being filled** AND one
year of professional experience*.
*Professional experience must be performing the duties of the full performance level position.
**Hiring agencies have discretion in determining whether a degree is related to the duties of the
position
If chosen, you may, at the agency's discretion, be appointed to a higher level. You must inform the
agency of any additional qualifications at your interview.
Candidates may also be qualified for permanent competitive appointment if reachable from the
appropriate Civil Service eligible list or eligible for reassignment or transfer in accordance with Civil
Service Law.

Additional Comments *This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY
HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive
appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum
qualifications of the title for which they apply.
At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY
HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without
having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and
privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY
HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

If you are on the Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) eligible list, please state that along with your
score in your cover letter.

The New York State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Women, minority group members, disabled persons and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Upon request,
reasonable accommodations will be provided for the disabled

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Dianna Nussbaum

Telephone

Fax

Email Address dot.sm.mo.fims@dot.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Dept. of Transportation -Finance & Integrated Modal Services Division

50 Wolf Road, POD 6-4

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12232

 

Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a letter of interest, a current resume and a copy of transcripts, titled by last
name, with the Notice Number MO-25-159 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of
interest no later than April 28, 2025, to:
New York State Department of Transportation
Finance & Integrated Modal Services Division
Attn: Dianna Nussbaum
50 Wolf Rd, POD 6-4
Albany, NY 12232
Email: dot.sm.mo.fims@dot.ny.gov
PLEASE INCLUDE TITLE AND NOTICE NUMBER IN THE SUBJECT LINE OF YOUR EMAIL