Compliance Manager, C&SD

Empire State•New York, NY

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Compliance Manager, Office of Contractor & Supplier Diversity (OCSD) will assist with developing and monitoring Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDVOB) participation goals and maximizing program compliance. The Compliance Manager will also refine and manage reporting and tracking systems, as well as prepare required reports.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
3-5 years of experience in a relevant field, preferably within state government, including areas such as MWBE, SDVOB, contract administration, regulatory compliance, grant administration, and/or construction.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and using contract and data management systems.
Excellent interpersonal skills and outstanding oral and written communication skills are required.

Nice To Haves

Strong experience in contract compliance and financial auditing is preferred.

Responsibilities

Research, develop and negotiate MWBE and SDVOB participation goals with project sponsors or entities with ESD contracts.
Solicit, review and track compliance of MWBE and SDVOB utilization, commitments and workforce participation.
Ensure data is accurately reflected in tracking systems and databases.
Manage MWBE and SDVOB utilization for multiple high-profile projects, tracking compliance with NYS Executive Law Articles 15-A and Article 3 of the New York Veterans’ Services Law.
Review grant and contract documents to ensure that applicable MWBE and SDVOB provisions and relevant requirements are accurately included.
Liaise with contractors and grantees to identify legal MWBE, SDVOB and workforce requirements.
Provide individualized technical assistance to contractors, vendors and grantees.
Present and participate in panel discussions, workshops and other activities at conferences and events.
Research and prepare lists of qualified and State certified MWBE and SDVOB companies and share such information with prime contractors/grantees to promote the inclusion of MWBEs and SDVOBs in projects.
Analyze, recommend and update internal MWBE and SDVOB compliance and business processes, as necessary.
Provide support to the Director of the Office of Contractor & Supplier Diversity and Assistant Vice President of OCSD on MWBE and SDVOB marketing, outreach, compliance, and project management oversight, as necessary.
Ensure adherence to diversity and best practices and provide the highest standard of customer service to all stakeholders.
Participate in weekly, monthly and quarterly office, interdepartmental and division-wide meetings and/or webinars; and, Complete projects, tasks and other duties as assigned by the Director of Contractor & Supplier Diversity and Assistant Vice President.