Hybrid Senior Equal Opportunity (EO) Analyst en Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Metropolitan Transportation Authority · New York, Estados Unidos De América · Hybrid
- Professional
- Oficina en New York
Diversity & Civil Rights New York, NY This position is eligible for telework, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.
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Description
JOB TITLE: Senior Equal Opportunity (EO) Analyst
SALARY RANGE: $77,570- $85,500
HAY POINTS: 451
DEPT/DIV: Department of Diversity and Civil Rights, Diversity and Equal Opportunity Division
SUPERVISOR: Manager, Equal Opportunity Analysis and Reporting
LOCATION: 2 Broadway, New York, NY 10004
HOURS OF WORK: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm (7 1/2 hours/day)
DEADLINE: Until Filled
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.
SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Manager, Equal Opportunity Analysis and Reporting, the Senior Equal Opportunity (EO) Analyst will support the preparation and development of reports on workforce trends and MTA-wide equal opportunity compliance statistics, addressing the organization's equal employment opportunity program, policies, and agency-specific plans. The Senior EO Analyst will perform routine assignments, collect data from systems like PeopleSoft or other databases, and conduct statistical analyses to ensure compliance with Federal and State laws and regulations. This position will gather, monitor, analyze, and report on workforce activities, ensuring data is accurate, timely, and relevant to compliance needs, while providing valuable insights for strategic recommendations and supporting compliance initiatives across the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Title VI, and Diversity & Inclusion functions.
The Senior EO Analyst will serve as a key data resource, providing MTA-wide and agency-specific reporting related to the implementation of equal opportunity initiatives. This role ensures that all data is processed, analyzed, and communicated effectively to meet compliance requirements and support MTA's equal opportunity objectives.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist the Manager of EO Analysis and Reporting in all aspects of reporting and analysis, including meeting deadlines, prioritizing tasks, and supporting strategic compliance initiatives and recommendations.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the analytical and operational reporting requirements for MTA operating agencies.
- Generate, analyze, and interpret reports using appropriate statistical tools to assess employment practices in compliance with FTA Circular 4701.1A, as well as fulfill ad-hoc reporting requests.
- Collect, validate, and analyze agency-specific and MTA-wide employment data—including recruitment, hires, promotions, transfers, separations, and compensation—ensuring accuracy and compliance with equal opportunity objectives.
- Provide data-driven insights, identify opportunities for process improvement, and enhance reporting structures to align with each agency’s unique needs.
- Track progress toward organizational goals, conduct root cause analyses, and identify opportunities to improve short- and long-term outcomes.
- Perform data mining to detect inconsistencies in data quality that may impact reporting, such as duplicate records or missing information.
- Gather and analyze business intelligence data from industry sources, public reports, and regulatory agencies (e.g., U.S. Census Bureau, Federal Transit Administration, EEOC).
- Identify and assess industry and regional trends that may influence MTA’s EEO strategy and compliance with FTA and New York State reporting obligations.
- Prepare internal status reports, monitor goal progress, evaluate outcomes, and support metrics development for internal and external reporting requirements.
- Develop and implement effective data visualization methods to ensure clear and impactful communication of key findings to management and stakeholders.
- Provide executive and senior leadership with workforce trend updates, compliance risk assessments, and recommendations for policy or process improvements.
- Maintain and update databases, dashboards, HRIS systems, and reporting tools; prepare reports, graphics, presentations, and responses to ad-hoc data requests.
- Stay current on tools, technologies, and methodologies related to employment data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
- Serve as the primary liaison for agencies' analytical needs, collaborating with stakeholders to define and document reporting requirements.
- Support investigations by providing detailed data analysis and reporting as needed.
- Perform additional duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Competencies
- Ability to collaborate with key stakeholders and various levels of management.
- Demonstrated experience in statistical analysis and advanced computer skills is a must.
- Advanced knowledge of Excel, data management applications and tools, and Microsoft Office Suite or similar applications. Experience with Human Resources system (preferably PeopleSoft) or comparable HR Information Systems, BI tools is preferred.
- Aptitude and proven ability to analyze and summarize data, interpret and develop meaningful insights and conclusions.
- Effective interpersonal, oral, visual, and written communication skills with the ability to interpret & report on key analytical findings.
- Experience demonstrating a high attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to successfully handle multiple concurrent projects/priorities simultaneously.
- Attention to detail with demonstrated experience resolving problems through analytical reasoning by identifying issues and assessing problems.
- Must possess qualitative and quantitative skills, be team oriented, flexible, results- focused, and be able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
REQUIRED
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in Statistics, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree; and
- At least four (4) years of experience with analytical work using databases and analytical tools to solve business problems for a large organization is required. An emphasis on supporting EEO/AA or civil rights programs is preferred.
OTHER INFORMATION:
Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).
Equal Employment Opportunity
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.
