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Title:Â Management Specialist (Legal Background) Position Type:Â Long-Term, Temporary (1+ years) Location:Â Brooklyn, NY Hours:Â TBD Salary:Â $40 - $45 per hour Work Authorization:Â Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Â
Behind every new school in New York City is someone like you—sharp, solutions-focused, and driven to make a difference. In this role, your work won’t be on the front page—but it will be felt in every classroom, hallway, and playground across the five boroughs.
As a Management Specialist in capital planning, finance, and compliance, you’ll help power projects that literally lay the groundwork for student success. This is your opportunity to shape how public resources are deployed—and how future generations learn, grow, and thrive.
What You’ll Do:
Design systems, models, and tools to solve operational challenges
Support project planning by collaborating with vendors, consultants, and internal teams
Analyze performance data, generate actionable insights, and assist in execution
Conduct audits and post-implementation reviews to verify effectiveness
Align planning strategies with long-term goals and community needs
Review contracts and ensure compliance with legal and grant requirements
Contribute to division-wide management strategies and reports
Be ready to step in where needed to keep critical initiatives moving forward
What You Bring:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
5+ years of experience in financial, operational, or management analysis
Knowledge of GAAP and public sector financial practices
Advanced Excel skills (experience with Power BI or Cognos a plus)
Strong analytical, research, and systems-thinking skills
Experience managing and interpreting large data sets with precision
Legal or compliance background, especially in contract review, strongly preferred
Why This Role Matters:
You’re not just crunching numbers—you’re helping ensure that public education in NYC is built on a solid foundation. When school construction projects are funded properly, executed efficiently, and managed with integrity, students benefit for decades. Your work will ensure that happens.
This is your chance to step into a role where strategy meets service, and where your efforts support something much bigger than a spreadsheet.
Apply now to help build a better tomorrow—starting with New York’s schools.
Job Requirements
Microsoft Excel, Legal Background, Accounting, Research
For more than thirty years, Penda Aiken, Inc. has committed itself to serving New York State, solidifying our position as a leading talent acquisition firm in the Northeast. Our team of industry experts collaborates closely with top-tier companies and exceptional candidates, providing personalized guidance to ensure the best possible results for everyone involved.
Partnering with Penda Aiken Inc. means positioning yourself for success. We provide access to competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits such as healthcare and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off (PTO), all delivered with personalized attention.
Penda Aiken, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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