Senior Contract Analyst

The NYC Department of Transportation (NYCDOT) is seeking to hire an Administrative Staff Analyst/Office Title: Senior Contract Analyst in DOT’s ACCO Office.

Under varying levels of managerial or executive direction, with varying degrees of latitude for independent initiative, judgment and decision, will manage responsible procurement and budget work in administration of DOT projects and programs, primarily projects that support the Streets Plan and Bus Action Plan, ensuring efficiency and compliance with Chapter 13 of the City Charter, the Procurement Policy Board (PPB), the requirements of the Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBE) Development Program and other federal/state/city mandates.

The ideal candidate must have worked in a fast-paced, large, complex agency and have experience in procurement and administration, planning and budget of contracts that relate to implementation of major programs and initiatives by the Mayor and New York State. Perform responsible work that includes review and analysis of procurement and contract documents for projects related to design and infrastructure, Open Streets, Real Time Passenger Information (RTPI) and other priority projects that improve street safety and support the community.

Utilize PASSPort and Financial Management System (FMS) for evaluation, quantitative and cost analysis, and approval of documents. Assist the ACCO management with making the final recommendation for the award and registration of contracts, and in setting goals and schedules for projects.

Represent the ACCO and the agency at various meetings with Oversight agencies and vendors. Perform highly complex research, monitor the accuracy of the data, and update weekly procurement status reports.

Perform other functions as required by the ACCO management.

***TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE OF ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ANALYST, OR BE REACHABLE ON THE ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST CIVIL SERVICE LIST.***

Minimum Qualifications

• A master's degree from an accredited college in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, public health, human resources management, management science, operations research, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, statistics, personnel administration, labor relations, psychology, sociology, human resources development, political science, urban studies or a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, and two years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in one or a combination of the following: working with the budget of a large public or private concern in budget administration, accounting, economic or financial administration, or fiscal or economic research; or in management or methods analysis, operations research, organizational research or program evaluation; or in personnel or public administration, recruitment, position classification, personnel relations, labor relations, employee benefits, staff development, employment program planning/administration, labor market research, economic planning, social services program planning/evaluation, or fiscal management. Eighteen (18) months of this experience must have been in an executive, managerial, administrative, or supervisory capacity. Supervision must have included supervising staff performing professional work in the areas described above; or
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of professional experience in the areas described in “1” above, including the 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative, or supervisory experience, as described in “1” above; or
• An associate degree or completion of 60 semester credits from an accredited college and six years of full-time satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in “1” above, including the 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative, or supervisory experience, as described in “1” above; or
• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a state’s department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and eight years of full-time satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in “1” above, including the 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative, or supervisory experience, as described in “1” above; or
• A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” above. College education may be substituted for professional experience at the rate of 30 semester credits from an accredited college for one year of experience. However, all candidates must have a high school diploma and at least two years of experience as described in “1” above, including the 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative, or supervisory experience, as described in “1” above.

Preferred Skills

Relevant experience in management of contracts and procurements, administration and budget in public or private sector.

Knowledge of Procurement Policy Board (PPB) rules, Mayor's Office of Contract Services (MOCS) guidelines, and other relevant rules and regulations.

Must have analytical skills.

Experience in PASSPort and FMS is also preferred.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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.