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ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST Jobs in Manhattan at HRA/DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
HRA/DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Posted On: 06/18/2025
Full-Time
Location
MANHATTAN
Exam May Be Required
Department
Office Of HR Solutions-NM
Salary Range:
$95,051.00 – $100,000.00
Job Description
APPLICANTS MUST BE PERMANENT IN THE ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ANALYST CIVIL SERVICE TITLE, OR BE PERMANENT IN A COMPARABLE TITLE ELIGIBLE FOR 6.1.9 TITLE CHANGE
Human Resources Solutions (HRS) supports the human resources needs of the Department of Social Services, the Human Resources Administration, and the Department of Homeless Services through strategic partnership and collaboration, with the goal of creating an inclusive, motivated, and client centered workforce.
We are seeking a highly capable organizational development specialist to contribute expertise to our development initiatives. The Organizational Development Specialist will be evaluating our business structures, advising management on the allocation of personnel and resources, and facilitating cost-effective and efficient procedures.
To ensure success as an Organizational Development Specialist, you should exhibit extensive experience as a development specialist in a related industry and the ability to provide guidance on the allocation of resources. A first-class organizational development specialist will be someone whose expertise translates into optimized efficiency and increased profitability.
Human Resources Solutions (HRS)/ Organizational Development is recruiting for two (2) Administrative Staff Analyst NM-I, to function as an Organizational Development Specialists who will:
Analyze business structures, classification procedures and processes, and the utilization of resources.
Design and implement a variety of developmental initiatives, action plans, programs, and training materials in conjunction with the Office of Policy, Procedures and Training.
Interview personnel and facilitating targeted skills development initiatives as they relate to succession planning efforts.
Consult with the human resources department’s Talent Management (formerly Recruitment Strategies) to guide the utilization, development, or hiring of personnel.
Lead business optimization initiatives by conducting individual or group training sessions for personnel.
Contribute to the restructuring of departments to increase efficiency and align activities with business objectives.
Optimize personnel utilization by increasing cross-functionality and interdepartmental cooperation.
Measure the impact of interventions on staff performance, efficiency, employee retention, and job satisfaction.
Advise executives and senior managers and recommend efficient and cost-effective solutions for identified challenges.
Document process and present progress report to executives and senior managers.
Work Location: 4 World Trade Center
Hours/Schedule: 9 AM – 5 PM
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ANALYST ( – 1002A
Minimum Qualifications
1. A master’s degree from an accredited college 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 closely related field, and two years 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, 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. 18 months of this experience must have been in an executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory capacity. Supervision must have included supervising staff performing professional work in the areas described above; or
2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of professional experience in the areas described in “1” above, including the 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory experience, as described in “1” above.
Preferred Skills
– Extensive knowledge of skills development and capacity building strategies. – Advanced proficiency in office and business administration software. – Exceptional interpersonal, as well as written and verbal communication skills. – Excellent leadership and collaboration skills. – Superb analytical and time-management skills.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service 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 https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
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.
Additional Information
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.
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Job ID
716985
Title code
1002A
Civil service title
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ANALYST (
Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
Experience Level:
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job level
00
Number of positions
2
Work location
4 World Trade Center
Category:
Administration & Human Resources
ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
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Title: ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
Company: HRA/DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Location: Manhattan
