Director of Compliance, Office of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer

Director of Compliance, Office of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer

Civil Service Title : Open to candidates who are permanent in the civil service title of Administrative Procurement Analyst or the comparable civil service titles of Administrative Contract Specialist, Administrative Accountant and Administrative Staff Analyst. Due to active promotional list for Administrative Staff Analyst, only permanent DOHMH candidates can be considered. Division / Program Summary Description : The Finance Division at DOHMH has central responsibility and authority for all the finance, contracting, procurement, payroll, and revenue functions of the agency. Finance helps to ensure that programs and operations have the information, analysis, funding, and capacity to deliver critical services effectively and meet DOHMH's public health and racial equity objectives. Finance is organized into five bureaus, each led by an Assistant Commissioner : Bureau of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer; Bureau of Budget; Bureau of the Controller; Bureau of Finance Administration and Planning; and Bureau of Revenue. The Bureau of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer is primarily tasked with procuring citywide contracts on behalf of the Agency while adhering to citywide guidelines, rules, regulations, and policies. Position Summary : The Bureau of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer within the Division of Finance is looking to hire an exceptional, highly motivated, and detail-oriented procurement professional to serve as the Director of Compliance for the Compliance team. The selected candidate will report to an Assistant Agency Chief Contracting Officer, and lead a team of six contract managers, procurement analysts and procurement coordinators as direct reports. Job Duties and Responsibilities : As the Director of Compliance, duties will include, but not be limited to the following : Make assignments to staff and monitor staff performance and work progress. Train staff in all duties related to their work; ensure that staff complete all required DOHMH trainings on time and relevant procurement trainings as necessary. Utilize multiple databases and citywide systems including but not limited to the City Financial Management System (FMS), Procurement and Sourcing Solutions Portal (PASSPort), and DOHMH's internal systems (ConTrak). Serve as a subject matter expert providing guidance to Programs and Divisions in matters related to City local laws and compliance (PPB Rules, NYC Charter and other regulations). Meet with Programs and Divisions about subcontracting and Local Law 63, as well as other Local Laws that may be implemented. Attend office meetings including program bureau meetings, represent AACCO and DACCO at key meetings with senior officials within the agency. Prepare and draft summary reports for senior management and oversight agencies. Ensure timely completion of assignments and prioritization of high priority actions. Participate in staff recruitment activities, including drafting job descriptions, interviewing candidates, and recommending candidates. Onboard new staff. Develop and issue Tasks and Standards. Conduct employee performance evaluations on an annual basis (or interim basis as necessary). Preferred Skills : Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Exceptional writing and communication skills. Strong analytical and organization skills. Ability to work independently and as a team player. Ability to multi-task and adapt to a fast-paced work environment and changing needs and priorities Why you should work for us : Loan Forgiveness : As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal / state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website Benefits : City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as : a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union / benefit fund. A public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. A tax-deferred savings program and a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers. Work From Home Policy : Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home. Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work. Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV / AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise. Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers! The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549. 55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program. ADM PROC ANAL-NM FRM M1-3 - 8297A

Qualifications : 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of full-time satisfactory professional experience in purchasing, procurement, contract administration or a related field, at least eighteen months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity or supervising professional personnel performing duties in one or more of the above fields; or 2. A combination of education and / or experience equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have the eighteen months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience described in "1" above. Possession of an acceptable professional procurement certification may be substituted for up to one year of the experience described in "1" above. However, all candidates must have the eighteen months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience described in ""1" above.

Additional Information : The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.