Contract Manager for Civil Justice Programs

Iax GmbH; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York seeks a Contract Specialist II to manage and oversee legal assistance contracts within the Department of Social Services. The role involves evaluating contractor performance, ensuring compliance, and coordinating with supervisors on funding decisions.

Responsibilities include developing audit tools, providing technical guidance to contractors, and conducting site visits to verify data and reporting accuracy. The position supports citywide homeless and legal aid initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with relevant experience in program evaluation, contract negotiation/management, fiscal/financial management, or project management.
• High school diploma with four years of related experience in the same fields.
• Education and/or experience equivalent to the above options.

Responsibilities

• Analyze audit reports and contractor performance for compliance with contracts.
• Develop and maintain audit mechanisms to monitor contractor performance.
• Explain agency procedures, legal mandates, and rules to contractors.

Skills

Program evaluation

Contract negotiation

Contract management

Fiscal management

Project management

Education

Baccalaureate degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Education/experience equivalent

Job description

The City of New York seeks a Contract Specialist II to manage and oversee legal assistance contracts within the Department of Social Services. The role involves evaluating contractor performance, ensuring compliance, and coordinating with supervisors on funding decisions.

Responsibilities include developing audit tools, providing technical guidance to contractors, and conducting site visits to verify data and reporting accuracy. The position supports citywide homeless and legal aid initiatives.