Program Associate, MWBE

Empire State; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 69.000 - 73.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Empire State is seeking a Program Associate for MWBE reporting and procurement support in New York, NY. The role focuses on MWBD compliance and collaboration with state agencies.

The position requires strong communication, organizational skills, and experience with MS Office. In-office presence is required, with possible hybrid schedules depending on duties and policy.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum of 3 years of direct related experience may be substituted.
• Strong written and verbal communications and interpersonal skills; ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

Responsabilidades

• Serve as MWBD Program Associate to assigned agencies/authorities.
• Receive, analyze, and evaluate agency/authority annual goal plans and quarterly utilization reports for compliance.
• Attend periodic meetings with agencies/authorities to discuss MWBD reporting and progress.
• Assist in MWBD program reviews of agency contracts and procurement records for compliance with Article 15-A.
• Monitor and conduct periodic surveys related to agency 15-A programs.

Conocimientos

MS Office Suite

Strong written and verbal comms

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Educación

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Herramientas

New York State Contract System

Descripción del empleo

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Program Associate, MWBE

Full Time Professional New York, NY, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1715

Salary Range: $69,000.00 To $73,105.00 Annually

*Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.

*This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.

*Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilitiesare encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the general direction of the Minority and Women’s Business Development (MWBD) Director of Agency Services, the Program Associate will act as primary MWBD associate for assigned agencies/authorities regarding their MWBE reporting and related procurement activities as determined by New York State Executive Law Article 15-A and related regulations, and the MWBD Division, concerning the utilization of certified MWBEs on state contracts.

WORK PERFORMED:

• Serve as MWBD Program Associate to assigned agencies/authorities.
• Receive, analyze, and evaluate, and conduct primary review and take corrective actions on agency/authority annual goal plans and quarterly utilization reports for compliance with Executive Law Article 15-A, MWBD Division protocols, and other related sources of law and policy pertaining to the MWBD program.
• Attend periodic meetings with agencies/authorities to discuss MWBD reporting and related progress and needs. Report and provide recommended follow-up to MWBD Division management.
• Upon request by the Director of Agency Services, assist in the conducting of MWBD program reviews of agency/authority contracts, documents, and procurement records to assess compliance with Article 15-A and associated regulations, related laws, rules, and MWBD Division directives.
• Monitor and conduct periodic surveys related to agency/authority 15-A programs.
• Plan and help conduct training, orientation and technical assistance programs for agencies/authorities regarding MWBD reporting and compliance, including the use of the New York State Contract System (and any successor system), agency/authority program responsibilities under Article 15-A (such as MWBD related procurement practices and reporting protocols); and policies and practices relating to new initiatives.
• Help train and assist agencies/authorities with searching the database of certified MWBEs to locate qualified firms for their procurements.
• Identify those agencies/authorities that are to be placed on remedial plans or other MWBD Division enhanced technical assistance initiatives and, upon request by the Director of Agency Services, and/or Executive Director, issue notices of such requirement to said agencies/authorities. Then meet with, monitor, make recommendations and report on agencies/authorities’ remedial plans or enhanced technical assistance initiative progress.
• Perform other special projects as reasonably required by the Director of Agency Services or Executive Director.
• Travel will be required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum of 3 years of direct related experience may be substituted.

Relevant Experience Required: Minimum of 1-3 years of relevant experience. Experience working in economically distressed communities or with Minority or Woman-Owned Business Enterprises economic development program or audit/compliance experience is a plus.

Knowledge Required: Strong written and verbal communications and interpersonal skills; excellent organizational skills with high level of accuracy and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment; excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to respond effectively to unexpected challenges ; ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently with minimal supervision; proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint.)