Job Title: Data Analyst (On-Site – Jersey City, NJ)

Location: Jersey City, NJ

Type: Full-time, On-site

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hrs/week

Duration: 3-Year Contract

Pay Rate: $35/hour

Position Overview:

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Data Analyst to support operational, financial, and law enforcement reporting functions. This role is based on-site in Jersey City and involves close collaboration with Port Authority Police Department (PAPD) leadership, financial analysts, and operational planners.

This is an excellent long-term opportunity (3-year contract) for professionals with a strong background in data accuracy, variance analysis, and reporting—particularly in law enforcement, government, or public sector environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Incident Report Review & Validation:
• Review incident and arrest reports to ensure all required fields are complete, accurate, and coded properly.
• Validate that each incident and arrest report has the appropriate matching crime codes and district information.
• Coordinate with commanding officers to correct or clarify incomplete or inconsistent data.
• Lost Property & Supplemental Reports:
• Audit lost property supplements to ensure coding and content accuracy.
• Address and resolve inconsistencies in reports related to lost or found property.
• Workforce Data Analysis & Auditing:
• Analyze overtime and regular working hours data.
• Perform variance analysis and identify trends in labor spending.
• Flag and report any anomalies, discrepancies, or areas requiring deeper review.
• Financial & Scheduling System Integration:
• Ensure financial codes are properly applied to operational tasks and workforce time entries.
• Validate that work orders and post IDs are correctly established in PeopleSoft and synced with Indeavor scheduling system.
• Cost Estimation & Operational Support:
• Assist with cost estimation for proposed operational initiatives.
• Provide data support for resource planning and budgetary forecasting.
• Ad Hoc Reporting & Data Projects:
• Respond to need-based requests for data analysis, auditing, and report generation.
• Deliver timely and accurate reports for internal leadership and agency stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in data analysis, auditing, or reporting—preferably in a law enforcement, transportation, public sector, or government setting.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in reviewing structured and unstructured data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, lookups, and formulas).
• Experience with PeopleSoft, Indeavor, or similar ERP/scheduling systems is a plus.
• Ability to interpret and validate data against operational and financial standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and coordination skills for working with cross-functional teams and command staff.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, criminal justice, public administration, finance, or a related field.
• Experience working in law enforcement or transportation data environments.
• Familiarity with public sector reporting standards and audit requirements.

Additional Information:

• This is an on-site role in Jersey City, NJ – remote or hybrid work is not available.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Must be able to pass background checks required for working with law enforcement or government entities.

 

Posted On: Saturday, April 12, 2025
Compensation: $35 Per hour