Assistant Agency Chief Contracting Officer of Compliance

Administrative Contract Specialist - NON-MGRL Former M1/M2-1009A – Multi-Civil Service Title Recruitment Strategy: Open to candidates who are permanent in the civil service title of ADMINISTRATIVE CONTRACT SPECIALIST OR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING COMPARABLE TITLES:

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ANALYST, ADMINISTRATIVE
PROCUREMENT ANALYST, HEALTH SERVICES MANAGER or ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER

The Bureau of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer within the Division of Finance is primarily tasked with procuring citywide contracts on behalf of the Agency while adhering to citywide guidelines, rules, regulations, and policies.

The Office of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer is seeking a highly motivated and detailed oriented exceptional professional to serve as Assistant Agency Chief Contracting Officer (AACCO) of Compliance. The successful candidate will have worked in a fast-paced, complex environment. The AACCO will train, lead, and supervise staff who manage the Agency's compliance with rules and executive orders related to Vendor Performance Evaluations, Local Law 63, PLA, as well as other New York City Local Laws.

The AACCO of Compliance will also be responsible for the review and approval of potential subcontractors. Additionally, the AACCO will:

--Serve as a member of the ACCO / Assistant Commissioner's senior management team.
Advise the ACCO / DACCO on issues concerning compliance and subcontractor approvals.
--Lead Directors and Analysts in the full array of compliance activities to ensure compliance with local laws.
--Supervise and monitor staff performance to ensure work is processed timely and in accordance with applicable rules and regulations.
--Ensure that staff receive necessary updates and training to successfully complete their work. Liaise with all program areas within the agency about subcontracting and Local Law 63, as well as other Local Laws, and develop strategies to ensure the Agency remains in compliance.
--Provide advice and guidance to programs regarding their compliance activities.
--Address and follow-up with staff and program personnel on outstanding issues.
--Represent the ACCO at public events, meetings with Agency personnel and meetings with oversite agencies.
--Develop and implement creative solutions to manage a heavy workload.
--Utilize PASSPort, DOHMH's internal tracking systems and other systems.
--Prepare detailed and summary reports for senior management and oversight agencies. Complete special projects, upon request.

Preferred skills:
--Exceptional organizational, analytical and leadership skills.
--Superior oral and written communication skills.
--Ability to manage a wide range of projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Working knowledge of PASSPort. Demonstrated understanding and working knowledge of the NYC PPB Rules.
--Experience working under strict deadlines.

Why you should work for us:

- Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
- Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
- Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.

CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST - 21744

ADMINISTRATIVE CONTRACT SPECIA - 1009A