Contract & Budget Specialist I (Trainee)

Criminal Justice Services, Division of

City of Albany (NY)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

The Division of Criminal Justice Services in Albany, NY seeks a Contract Management Specialist 1/Trainee to work under the direction of a Contract Management Specialist 2. Responsibilities include providing technical assistance to grantees, processing voucher payments, auditing MWBE claims, and supporting the budget and internal controls processes.

The role offers exposure to contract development and fiscal management within a state agency, with pathways to advancement through competitive

Qualifications

  • Four years of experience managing contracts and related budgets including negotiation, fiscal management, contract development, or contract execution.
  • Associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; bachelor's degree for four years; master's degree for five years.
  • Passing score on most recent Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) exam encouraged.
  • One year of permanent competitive service in a title SG-11 or higher for certain eligibility pathways.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical assistance to grantees and process voucher payments and refunds.
  • Audit MWBE claims and vouchers and support transition to the Statewide Financial System.
  • Assist with budget preparation and internal controls reviews.

Skills

Contract management
Budget management
Negotiation
Contract development/execution

Education

Associate degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree

Job description

The Division of Criminal Justice Services in Albany, NY seeks a Contract Management Specialist 1/Trainee to work under the direction of a Contract Management Specialist 2. Responsibilities include providing technical assistance to grantees, processing voucher payments, auditing MWBE claims, and supporting the budget and internal controls processes.

The role offers exposure to contract development and fiscal management within a state agency, with pathways to advancement through competitive

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