Deputy Director, Compliance (OM/WBE)

*This position is detailed to the Mayor's Office*

The Agency You’ll Join:
The New York City Mayor’s Office is responsible for overseeing city services throughout the five boroughs, coordinating public agencies and departments, and managing public property. The administration is leading the fight in making the city more affordable, reducing inequality, improving public safety, ensuring delivery of efficient and effective services, and working to make New York City’s economy stronger. We value leadership, transparency, fairness, and efficiency as we actively seek diverse talents from various sectors to join our team. For current job opportunities, visit our careers page.

The Team You’ll Work With:
The Mayor's Office of Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (OM/WBE) was created to address historic disparities in City contracting. OM/WBE is responsible for oversight, policy, interagency coordination and accountability for the City of New York’s Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (M/WBE) program. It serves as a one-stop shop for M/WBEs interested in doing business with the City and its respective agencies.

The Problems You’ll Solve:
With wide latitude for independent judgment will perform the following job responsibilities, which include and are not limited to:
- Develops systems, processes and procedures to determine risk and deficiencies in M/WBE programs and initiatives.
- Conducts policy analysis to ensure office and agency initiatives comply with local, state and federal requirements.
- Oversee and conduct audits, site visits and programmatic reviews and assessments.
- Ensures program and regulatory compliance, aligned with City rules and accountability standards.
- Supports compliance and legal aspects of strategic initiatives and the Centralized Construction Mentor Program, including budget execution and compliance oversight.
- Supports the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure that minority and small business firms are afforded opportunities in strategic initiatives, including the Centralized Construction Mentor Program.
- Periodically monitors construction projects allocated to the Centralized Construction Mentor Program, to ensure compliance with labor law requirements and guidelines, consulting with operating agencies and consultants to escalate and resolve any issues.
- Coordinates the development of alternate procurement processes and evaluates their implementation.
- Other related responsibilities as assigned.
About You


PREFERRED SKILLS
- J.D. and be admission to practice law in New York State preferred;
- Knowledge of the local, state and federal regulatory framework related to M/WBEs, civil rights, public policy, or intergovernmental affairs;
- Minimum of three years’ experience in operations, construction, administration, or a related field with an emphasis on procurement or supplier diversity.
- Minimum of three years’ experience in a compliance, regulatory, or investigative capacity preferred.
- Ability to research complex issues and synthesize information into communications and actionable strategies quickly and effectively;
- Ability to interpret laws, rules, policies, procedures and regulations;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook;
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, multitasking and time management skills

TO APPLY
External applicants, please go to www.nyc.gov/careers/search and search for Job ID #727474
Current City Employees may apply via Employee Self Service (ESS) http://cityshare.nycnet/ess Click on Recruiting Activities/Careers and Search for Job ID #727474

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
To best serve the City we represent, Mayor’s Office of Contract Services (MOCS) seeks individuals from a variety of backgrounds who can bring different perspectives to contribute to the work of the office. MOCS also seeks candidates who want to contribute to a work environment that values teamwork, inclusion and respect.

MOCS recognizes the unique skills and strengths gained through military service. Veterans and service members of the U.S. Armed Forces are strongly encouraged to apply. Special accommodations provided to applicants with disabilities. Please contact MOCS Disability Service Facilitator at disabilityaffairs@mocs.nyc.gov or 212-298-0800 to request an accommodation.

WORK LOCATION
253 Broadway, New York, NY 10007

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