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The Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI) leverages technology to drive opportunity, improve public safety, and help government run better across New York City. From delivering affordable broadband to protecting against cybersecurity threats and building digital government services, OTI is at the forefront of how the City delivers for New Yorkers in the 21st century. Watch our welcome video to see our work in action, follow us on social media @NYCOfficeofTech, and visit oti.nyc.gov to learn more. At OTI, we offer great benefits, and the chance to work on projects that have a meaningful impact on millions of people. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with other passionate professionals who share your drive and commitment to making a difference through technology. Reporting to the Deputy Agency Chief Contracting Officer, with latitude for independent initiative and decision making, performs work of moderate difficulty in purchasing goods, services and/or construction, and in processing procurement documents and contracts. The Senior Contract Specialist duties will include but are not limited to: -Perform contract management and compliance/performance monitoring duties and ensure work is performed in a timely manner and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Contract management and compliance monitoring duties include, but are not limited to, perform/supervise financial tasks in Agency and City systems, perform/supervise solicitation and contract procurement tasks in Agency and City systems, perform/supervise risk assessments, develop/perform/supervise provider trainings, draft/implement/monitor corrective action plans, and evaluate, document and report provider performance in Agency and City systems; -Provide coaching and supervision to direct reports. Monitor, analyze, and report on all aspects of the work, including but not limited to, procurement workflow, budget utilization, vendor compliance, trends, and contractual performance. Participate/supervise in the collection, quality assurance, retention, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data; -Serve as a liaison to the Agency’s program support divisions, including the Agency’s Chief Contracting Office (ACCO), Management &amp; Budget Office, the Office of Legal Matters by answering questions clarifying programmatic and funding requirements related to complex contracting and fiscal actions, to ensure compliance with NYC Procurement Policy Board Rules and Agency procedures to facilitate the timely delivery of contracted goods and services; -Perform risk assessments and reviews. Summarize and report any problems or potential areas of concern. Develop, communicate, and monitor internal/contractor corrective action plans and/or enhance reviews. Attend meetings, trainings, conferences, and workshops as directed -Perform and ensure that special projects are completed as assigned. HOURS/SHIFT Day - Due to the necessary duties of this position in a 24/7 operation, candidate may be required to work various shifts such as weekends and/or nights/evenings. WORK LOCATION Brooklyn, NY TO APPLY Please go to <a href="http://www.cityjobs/jobs/search" target="_blank">www.cityjobs/jobs/search</a> and search for Job ID# 713708 Only permanent employees in the title and those that are reachable on the current civil service list are eligible to apply. * Interested applicants with other civil service titles who meet the preferred requirements should also submit a resume for consideration SUBMISSION OF A RESUME IS NOT A GUARANTEE THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE AN INTERVIEW APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO OVERSIGHT APPROVAL NOTE: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a program. OTI participates in E-Verify ADM PROC ANAL-NM FRM M1-3 - 8297A<h4>Minimum Qualifications</h4>1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of full-time satisfactory professional experience in purchasing, procurement, contract administration or a related field, at least eighteen months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity or supervising professional personnel performing duties in one or more of the above fields; or 2. A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have the eighteen months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience described in "1" above. Possession of an acceptable professional procurement certification may be substituted for up to one year of the experience described in "1" above. However, all candidates must have the eighteen months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience described in""1" above.<h4>Preferred Skills</h4> The preferred candidate should possess the following: Advanced proficiency and knowledge of various systems such as PassPort minimum of 5 years’ experience with Financial Management System (FMS), Microsoft Office applications minimum 5 years’ experience with fiscal-related activities and contract management management experience including delegation, oversight of deadlines and operational systems, including staff supervision ability to assess impact of policies and procedures and plan proactively to ensure systems can efficiently support initiatives strong communication skills and staff training <h4>55a Program</h4> 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. <h4>Public Service Loan Forgiveness</h4> 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 <a href="https://studentaid.gov/pslf/" target="_blank">https://studentaid.gov/pslf/</a>. <h4>Residency Requirement</h4> 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. <h4>Additional Information</h4>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.

New York City Office of Technology & Innovation (OTI)

Senior Contract Specialist

The Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI) leverages technology to drive opportunity, improve public safety, and help government run better across New York City. From delivering affordable broadband to protecting against cybersecurity threats and building digital government services, OTI is at the forefront of how the City delivers for New Yorkers in the 21st century. Watch our welcome video to see our work in action, follow us on social media @NYCOfficeofTech, and visit oti.nyc.gov to learn more. At OTI, we offer great benefits, and the chance to work on projects that have a meaningful impact on millions of people. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with other passionate professionals who share your drive and commitment to making a difference through technology. Under general supervision, with latitude for independent initiative and decision making, performs work of moderate difficulty in purchasing goods, services and/or construction, and in processing procurement documents and contracts. Duties will include but are not limited to: - Prepare, review, and evaluate solicitation documents to ensure conformity to agency requirements and citywide standards and work with the program end users to develop solicitation requirements. - Prepare Pre- Solution Pre-Solicitation review, Recommendation for Award, Reasonable Price and Responsibility Determinations and other documentation required by the NYC to support the procurement and contract award process. - Oversee and manage pre-solicitation review activities. - Inform and assist vendors to register into Payee Information Portal (PIP) and Passport for Vendor payments and commodity codes. - Evaluate solicitation documents and work with the program end users to develop solicitation requirements. - Examines bid samples to determine compliance with specifications or bid standards. - Makes determinations for the most reasonable price in relation to market conditions. - Make recommendations for small purchase awards, modifications, emergency purchases and extensions of time to contracts, as assigned. - Consult with and advise program personnel on issues relating to procurement actions. - Analyzes vendors past performance, financial status, and other factors to determine vendor responsibility. - Participate in the implementation of procedures for procurement activities. - Ensure compliance with the requirements for program evaluations of vendor performance. - Utilize software application, in addition to electronic and online databases to monitor procurement processing, as assigned. - Ensure compliance with Federal, State, local regulations, and laws for grant funding, MWBE’s or capital funding. - Inform and assist vendors to register into Payee Information Portal (PIP) and Passport for Vendor payments and commodity codes. - Carry out all procurement activities in full compliance with NYC PPB Rules and Laws and in accordance with procedures established. - Research and identify goods required to be obtained through the Preferred Source method. - Conduct open market research. - Solicit vendors’ information through Small Business Services, via online portal, to obtain a minimum of three (3) informal solicitations and verify vendors’ information. - Collaborate with vendors, programs, fiscal staff, and oversight agencies to address any procurement related issues to ensure prompt payment. - Perform data entry for submission of direct orders to Division of Municipal Supply Services. - Performs special projects and related work as required. HOURS/SHIFT Day - Due to the necessary duties of this position in a 24/7 operation, candidate may be required to work various shifts such as weekends and/or nights/evenings. WORK LOCATION Brooklyn, NY TO APPLY Please go to <a href="http://www.cityjobs/jobs/search" target="_blank">www.cityjobs/jobs/search</a> and search for Job ID# 713657 Only permanent employees in the title and those that are reachable on the current civil service list are eligible to apply. * Interested applicants with other civil service titles who meet the preferred requirements should also submit a resume for consideration SUBMISSION OF A RESUME IS NOT A GUARANTEE THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE AN INTERVIEW APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO OVERSIGHT APPROVAL NOTE: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a program. OTI participates in E-Verify ADM PROC ANAL-NM FRM M1-3 - 8297A<h4>Minimum Qualifications</h4>1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of full-time satisfactory professional experience in purchasing, procurement, contract administration or a related field, at least eighteen months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity or supervising professional personnel performing duties in one or more of the above fields; or 2. A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have the eighteen months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience described in "1" above. Possession of an acceptable professional procurement certification may be substituted for up to one year of the experience described in "1" above. However, all candidates must have the eighteen months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience described in""1" above.<h4>Preferred Skills</h4> The preferred candidate should possess the following: Advanced proficiency and knowledge of various systems such as PassPort minimum of 5 years’ experience with Financial Management System (FMS), Microsoft Office applications minimum 5 years’ experience with fiscal-related activities and contract management ability to assess impact of policies and procedures and plan proactively to ensure systems can efficiently support initiatives strong communication skills and staff training. <h4>55a Program</h4> 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. <h4>Public Service Loan Forgiveness</h4> 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 <a href="https://studentaid.gov/pslf/" target="_blank">https://studentaid.gov/pslf/</a>. <h4>Residency Requirement</h4> 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. <h4>Additional Information</h4>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.

Contract Specialist

ABOUT THE CAMPAIGN FINANCE BOARD The Campaign Finance Board is a nonpartisan, independent city agency that empowers New Yorkers to have a greater impact on their elections. Our mission is to make local democracy more open, transparent, and equitable by removing barriers to participation. We make it easier for New Yorkers to vote, meaningfully support candidates for city office, and run for office themselves. NYC Votes, our voter engagement initiative, meets people where they are to share trustworthy election information and help New Yorkers make a plan to vote. We publish the citywide Voter Guide, which delivers information about candidates directly to voters’ doors. Our public matching funds program ensures small contributions can make a big difference, allowing regular people to run for office by relying on the support of other regular people, not just wealthy donors and special interests. And we lift the veil on how candidates raise and spend money, increasing transparency and accountability in local government. We believe that when every New Yorker is empowered to participate meaningfully in elections, candidates will better reflect the communities they serve, elected leaders will be more accountable to the public, and New Yorkers will have a democracy they can truly trust. The Operations and Finance division is responsible for the financial, procurement &amp; administrative services that support agency-wide operations. The Operation and Finance division consists of the following units: (1) Support &amp; Logistics, (2) Financial Services, and (3) Procurement and Contract Management. Procurement &amp; Contract Management (PCM) is responsible for managing the lifecycle of contracts and other procurements that involve acquiring goods and services the Campaign Finance Board. PCM ensures the agency complies with all applicable laws that drive the procurement process as indicated in the Charter of the City of New York (Charter), the Procurement Policy Board Rules (PPB Rules), and the New York City Comptroller’s Directives. PCM ensures that CFB and its divisions have the necessary procurements and support in place that allows the agency to meet its critical mission in making our local democracy more open, transparent and equitable. PCM partners with the various CFB divisions to provide guidance on procurement functions, so that the various divisions can focus on their core functions in support of the agency’s vision statement. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Assist CFB divisions and their external partners with procurement actions that include, but are not limited to, sole-source procurement, Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), small purchase solicitations, and other large procurement and bids. - Assist with preparation of purchase requisitions, procurement documents and contracts, such as recommendations for awards, amendments, extension, renewals, selection reports, etc. - Assist CFB divisions with contract performance evaluation, scope development, contract negotiations, budget summaries, review and payments on contracts and requisitions, and closeout. - Review purchase requisitions and other procurement/contract documents for essential descriptions and specifications to determine accuracy and adequacy as well as consult appropriate agency staff to adjust for possible discrepancies. - Assist program units examining relevant publications/samples, and researching market conditions, pricing trends and/or trade practices for scope development. - Evaluate prospective contractors' budgetary proposals and financial reports - Works with divisions to establish contract burn rates and matrix for planning purposes. - Prepare and submit mandated contract performance reports to the ACCO’s Office. - Ensure vendors are in compliance with the local, state, and federal regulatory requirements for proper audit reporting and other forms of reporting. - Identify and escalate red flags issues that negatively impact the procurement process and timeliness of registration of the contracts and/or other procurement actions. - Partner with CFB divisions and provide guidance with issue resolution by addressing contract disputes, missing deliverables, or payment delays. - Provide customer service-oriented guidance and attend weekly division meetings to discuss the various procurements. - Provide guidance on expediting procurements to minimize program disruptions - Create and update a procurement tracker that will provide programs with current &amp; expiring procurements in addition to relevant timelines and budget information. - Ensure divisions have access to historical procurement documents - Assist with responses on contract inquiries made by OMB, Comptroller’s Office, ACCO’s Office and other entities. - Assist in creating and monitoring the LL63 MOCS Annual Plan report to ensure timely contract registrations. - Assist with other related projects as needed. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES &amp; OTHER BEHAVIORS (KSAOs) We're seeking individuals eager to make an impact, even if they don't tick every box on our job description. We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and the unique blend of lived experiences, non-traditional education pathways, practical know-how, and a variety of skills and abilities that each candidate brings to the table. If you're ready to learn and grow with us, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dynamic team. Knowledge - Knowledge of New York City Procurement Policy Board (PPB) Rules, Comptroller Directives, and other federal, state, and local laws. - Knowledge of City’s procurement systems including Financial Management System (FMS), Procurement and Sourcing Solution Portal (PASSPort ) &amp; DCAS OCP (Office Citywide Procurement) platforms. - Knowledge of the City’s Minority/Women-owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) programs. - Knowledge of City’s standing operating procedures/best practice with contract management. Skills - Proficiency in conducting FMS 3 procurement &amp; budget inquiries. - Able to navigate PASSPort and conduct research related to contracts, budget, etc. - Medium to advance Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to set up new spreadsheets for tracking purposes and able to combine other reports into pivot or other reporting forms. - Proficiency in managing complex contract processes and lifecycles, ensuring thorough documentation, and incorporating feedback from multiple internal and external stakeholders in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to distill complex information and reach different audiences through a variety of communication mediums. Abilities - Attention to detail, particularly with regards to reviewing contracts and editing scope of work and managing spreadsheets and trackers. - The ability to independently manage and oversee contracts and adherence to project deadlines. - Strong organizational and operational skills with the ability to plan and execute regularly scheduled tasks with little to no oversight. - Ability to see problems ahead and offer solutions or different venues to assist program with their operations. Other - Team Player with a positive attitude and respectful manners. - A minimum of one year experience working in city government and contract management experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience working with contracts that have an excess value of $1M. - Experience with contract and project management. - Experience developing, editing, reviewing scope of work. - Advance excel and Microsoft office applications. - SQL, Power BI- highly desirable. ANALYST CFB AL 2&amp;3 ONLY - 0660A<h4>Minimum Qualifications</h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by at least twelve-semester credits (or the equivalent of twelve-semester credits) in accounting, auditing, business or public administration, computer science, economics, finance, statistics, graphic design, personnel or human resources administration, user experience design, or a closely related area of study and one year of satisfactory full-time experience in accounting, auditing (including compliance or investigative auditing), business or public administration, business analysis, computer science, database administration, economics, finance, fiscal or economic management or research, statistics, graphic design, personnel or human resources administration, user experience design, or a closely related field; or A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and five years of experience as described in “1” above; or Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” above.<h4>Public Service Loan Forgiveness</h4> 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 <a href="https://studentaid.gov/pslf/" target="_blank">https://studentaid.gov/pslf/</a>. <h4>Residency Requirement</h4> 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. <h4>Additional Information</h4>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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