Liaison Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• For City Research Scientist Assignment Level I in physical, biological, and environmental sciences or public health: a master’s degree from an accredited college or university, specializing in an appropriate field.
• For Assignment Level II and above, one of the following: a relevant doctorate and one year of responsible full-time supervisory, administrative, or research experience; a relevant master’s degree and three years of responsible full-time research experience; or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Candidates qualifying through the equivalent pathway must have at least a master’s degree in an appropriate specialization and at least two years of the specified experience.
• Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I may substitute for the experience required under the doctorate or master’s degree pathways.
• Appointments are subject to a minimum one-year probationary period.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Contrak, PAYRS, PASSport, FMS, Microsoft Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze data on goods and services used in bureau clinics to identify problems and support problem-solving initiatives.
• Maintain liquidation reports and prepare and deliver presentations on City Tax Levy and grant liquidation for contracts and purchase orders throughout the fiscal year.
• Use internal and citywide systems and tools to support research and analysis.
• Prepare and review purchase requisitions, procurements, and contract documents for Sexual Health, Immunization, and Chest Clinics.
• Monitor the bureau’s OTPS budget, including City Tax Levy and grant funding.
• Follow up with vendors about delivery problems involving goods and services.
• Track and allocate OTPS expenses to appropriate grant or City Tax Levy funds.
• Act as liaison between the bureau, DOHMH units, and outside vendors.
• Use a P-card for purchases of goods and services for Public Health Clinics.
• Prepare and submit receiving reports to the Internal Accounting Unit for vendor payments.
• Prepare and submit budget modifications, and monitor bureau funding to ensure funds are available.
• Prepare documentation for routine and moderately complex procurement methods.
• Use internal agency systems to process and obtain approval for procurement actions and contract awards.
• Attend meetings and represent BPHC with OBA, ACCO, Internal Accounting, and vendors on procurement and contractual activities.
• Complete other assignments as requested by the Procurement Manager or Senior Director.

Benefits

• Potential eligibility for federal or state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs.
• Premium-free health insurance plan.
• Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available depending on the position’s union or benefit fund.
• Public-sector defined-benefit pension plan.
• Tax-deferred savings program.
• Worksite Wellness Program.
• Depending on the position, the possibility of working from home up to two days per week.
• Job security compared with private-sector employment.