Director of Contracts, Budget & Program Analysis

NYC Department of Social Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Department of Social Services seeks an Administrative Contract Specialist to oversee CAS contracts, budgets, and policy implementation. You will manage scopes, vendor relations, and procurement processes to ensure high-quality service delivery within HRA-DHS. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills are essential.

The role requires navigating complex city contracts and coordinating with multiple offices to support CAS missions and program success.

Qualifications

• Degree plus four years of relevant admin/contract experience.
• Four-year high school diploma plus six years in relevant fields.
• Equivalent education/experience with at least 18 months in admin/exec capacity.

Responsibilities

• Direct CAS contracting activities including scopes of services and contractor evaluation.
• Oversee budgets and fiscal activities including budget requests and contract payments.
• Lead management planning, coordination and programmatic analysis reporting and audits.
• Be CAS’s point-of-contact with internal and external offices to ensure CAS mission.
• Formulate policies and handle high-level projects directed by the Deputy Commissioner.

Skills

PassPort

FMS

Microsoft Office

Contract management

Communication skills

Staff training

Procurement

Education

Baccalaureate degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RFX process

Job description

NYC Department of Social Services seeks an Administrative Contract Specialist to oversee CAS contracts, budgets, and policy implementation. You will manage scopes, vendor relations, and procurement processes to ensure high-quality service delivery within HRA-DHS. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills are essential.

The role requires navigating complex city contracts and coordinating with multiple offices to support CAS missions and program success.