Efficiency Program Manager at CityOfNewYork

Seniority in posting: entry

Compensation

$120,000 – $140,000

Setup: On-site
Location: New York, New York
Type: Full-time
Level: not_specified
Posted: Aug 22, 2026

Description

The Special Assistant (MA) will support the Senior Advisor for Efficiency and Operations by developing data and technology strategy, evaluating technology solutions and vendors, managing software development projects, maintaining technology infrastructure, and overseeing program data governance. The role requires knowledge of data analysis, research, and program evaluation; experience managing databases and establishing data governance practices; and either a master's degree with three years of relevant research experience or five years of relevant professional experience, including at least three years in a responsible consultative, managerial, or executive capacity.

Required Skills

Data analysis
Data governance
Database management
Software development
Vendor assessment
Project management

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Master's degree from an accredited college or university
Required Previous Experiences: Three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization
Experience managing databases, including structuring databases, creating indexes, optimizing queries, and managing security
Experience creating and instituting data governance practices
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of data analysis, research, and program evaluation methodologies
Willingness to adapt to new data structures and tackle novel problems creatively
Willingness to take on new responsibilities and expand as data needs change
Five years of relevant professional experience in government or public administration, business strategy and operations, workforce planning and development, or a related field, including at least three years in a responsible consultative, managerial, or executive capacity
Translation Company Name: City of New York