Assistant Agency Chief Contracting Officer of Compliance

City of New York • Long Island City, NY

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About The Position

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:

Requirements

• 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of full-time, satisfactory professional, technical or administrative experience in one or more of the following fields: program evaluation, contract negotiations/management, business or public administration, contract community relations, or related fields; at least eighteen months must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or supervising professional personnel performing work in program evaluation, contract negotiation/management, business or public administration; or
• 2. A four year high school diploma, or its equivalent, and six years of full-time, professional, technical or administrative work experience in one or more of the fields cited above; at least eighteen months must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or supervising professional personnel as described in "1" above; or
• 3. A satisfactory equivalent of education and experience as cited above. However, all candidates must have the eighteen months of administrative, managerial or executive experience or experience supervising professional personnel as described in "1" above.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level