Contract Management Specialist 1, SG-18, Contract Management Specialist Trainee 2 (SG-16), Cont[...]

Office of the NYS Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 53,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading government agency as a Contract Management Specialist, responsible for overseeing contract processes and vendor responsibility evaluations. The position offers a competitive salary range and a chance to contribute to public service initiatives while ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a solid educational background and relevant experience in contract management and fiscal oversight.

Benefits

State pension after five years

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Generous paid time off

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• Two years of experience managing contracts preferred.
• Strong communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve financial documents and procurements.
• Provide guidance and training in contract processes.
• Develop audit guidelines and standards.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Fiscal management

Vendor responsibility review

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctor or higher in a related field

Job description

Contract Management Specialist 1, SG-18, Contract Management Specialist Trainee 2 (SG-16), Contract Management Specialist Trainee 1 (SG-14)(NYHELPS)Item# 01715(Multiple)

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Office of the NYS Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli provided pay range

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Base pay range

$53,764.00/yr - $85,138.00/yr

Duties Description

Review and approve/non-approve procurements and other related financial documents or review Vendor Responsibility documentation submitted with contract transactions to reach a conclusion regarding the adequacy of contracting agency’s responsibility review process and reasonableness of agency’s responsibility determinations.

• Read documents, identify areas of concern, communicate concerns and recommendations to state agency staff. Recommend audited contracts for OSC approval or non-approval or approval or non-approval of vendor responsibility conclusions.
  
  

Provide guidance, technical assistance and training to agency staff and/or potential bidder(s) to facilitate the contract and procurement processes including conducting Vendor Responsibility reviews, ensuring all control requirements are met.

• Contact agency staff to review contract preparation and award requirements. Use OSC information resources and internet resources to conduct research into the four factors of Vendor Responsibility for proposed contractors to State Agencies
  
  

Develop and assist with the development of audit guidelines and standards for contract, vendor responsibility and other related financial documents.

• Review new legislation, integrate with existing guidelines and standards for audits.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Do you want a career with a purpose that provides work/life balance? Apply today to join the Office of the New York State Comptroller.

No exam required under the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program:

Non-Competitive Qualifications for appointment under the NYHELPS Program:

For appointment to the Contract Management Specialist Trainee 1, you must have:

• A bachelor's degree or higher.
  
  

For appointment to the Contract Management Specialist Trainee 2, you must have:

• A bachelor’s degree AND one year of professional experience managing contracts and related budgets including one or more of the following areas: negotiation with contracts and vendors; fiscal management, including bidding, payment, analysis, and fiscal reporting; contract development, including developing requests for proposals; contract execution, including securing signatory approval from control agencies; monitoring and review of contract terms.
  
  

OR

• A Juris Doctor, master’s or higher degree in a related field
  
  

For appointment to the Contract Management Specialist 1 (SG-18), you must have:

• A bachelor’s degree AND two years of professional experience managing contracts and related budgets including one or more of the following areas: negotiation with contracts and vendors; fiscal management, including bidding, payment, analysis, and fiscal reporting; contract development, including developing requests for proposals; contract execution, including securing signatory approval from control agencies; monitoring and review of contract terms.
  
  

OR

• A Juris Doctor, master’s or higher degree in a related field AND one year of professional experience managing contracts and related budgets including one or more of the following areas: negotiation with contracts and vendors; fiscal management, including bidding, payment, analysis, and fiscal reporting; contract development, including developing requests for proposals; contract execution, including securing signatory approval from control agencies; monitoring and review of contract terms.
  
  

Competitive Minimum Qualifications:

You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title, eligible under the 55 b/c program, or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 70.1, 52.6 or 70.4 of the Civil Service Law.

For 70.1, 52.6 or 70.4 transfer to a Contract Management Specialist 1 (SG-18), you must have one year of permanent competitive, or 55-b/55-c service in an approved title for transfer allocated to an SG-16 or above. SG-14 or above for a Trainee 2, SG-12 or above for a Trainee 1, depending on qualifications.

To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: Career Mobility Office » GOT-IT (ny.gov)

Appointments via transfer must not result in a second, consecutive transfer with an advancement of more than two S-grades or one M-grade.

Depending on qualifications, you may be required to serve a 1 or 2-year traineeship that leads to the full level SG-18 position.

55b/55c Program appointment:

This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. For more information on this program, please visit the NYS Department of Civil Service website, 55b/c Recruitment Resources Center (ny.gov)

Traineeship salary information:

The position may be filled at the Contract Management Specialist Trainee 1 equated to SG-14 ($53,764), Contract Management Specialist Trainee 2 equated to SG-16 ($59,994), or full performance Contract Management Specialist 1 SG-18 ($66,951) based on the candidate’s education, experience, and previous state service. Salary is nonnegotiable.

Candidates hired at the trainee level will be advanced to the full performance Contract Management Specialist 1 SG-18 following successful completion of the traineeship.

Additional Comments

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Ability to read and comprehend documents
• Ability to compare documents to laws, rules and regulations for conformity
• Ability to communicate contract requirements to agency staff
  
  

Telecommuting: The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency’s mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee’s primary residence location, duties, and work performance are aligned with telecommuting and operational needs they may be allowed to do so. Generally, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period but may be approved to telecommute less.

Reasonable Accommodation: The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at [phone].

Equal Opportunity Employment: The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.

The Office of the State Comptroller does not participate in E-Verify or sponsor visa applications.

OSC offers competitive salaries and benefits, and opportunities for advancement, continuing education, and professional development. We provide a professional environment where employees are encouraged to push themselves while maintaining work-life balance. Our generous benefits package includes:

• A state pension with vesting after five years’ service
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance available to all employees and their dependents
• Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health care
• Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP), allowing eligible employees to exchange previously accrued leave in return for a credit to be applied toward their health insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• Holiday and paid time off
• Shift and geographic pay differentials
• A committed continuous learning environment
• Informational Brown Bag sessions
• Wellness at Work Programs to promote employee health and wellness
• OSC Mentoring Program to network, contribute, and provide an opportunity to strengthen competencies in a variety of areas
• And much more

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