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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 07/28/15

Applications Due08/07/15

Vacancy ID22626

AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of

TitleContract Management Specialist 2 ITEM # 70285M

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $67703 to $85635 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.50

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address Empire State Plaza

Swan Street Bldg, Core 4

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12220

Minimum Qualifications One year of permanent competitive 55-b/c service as a Contract Management Specialist 2; OR in a position at G-21 or above deemed administrative under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law; OR in a position approved for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in advancement of more than two salary grades.

Duties Description The Contract Management Specialist 2 will be assigned to the Procurements and Contract Management Unit within the Chief Administration Office.

Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of all State regulations, rules, and laws governing the procurement and contracting process, as well as initiating and revising procedures to address changes in the laws and regulations.

Review proposed contracts for fiscal and programmatic correctness, adherence to State policy, compatibility with agency programs and program goals, availability of funds, and appropriateness of rates.

Assist with the monitoring of contract execution, identifying and reporting on contractor deficiencies, and administering contract closeout procedures.

Review procurement records to ensure that all applicable laws, rules, and regulations are adhered to and that proposed contracts represent the “best value” to the State.

Participate in the development of Request for Proposal, Invitation for Bid, or other procurement vehicles and draft Contract Reporter advertisements for the approval of the Contract/Budget Manager.

Develop and maintain an effective working relationship with the unit staff and provide guidance, technical assistance, and training as needed to facilitate the contract and procurement processes and ensure control requirements are met.

Work with office staff regarding State Finance Law requirements and other laws that apply to the procurement of goods and services, and provide guidance regarding procurement strategies to be used for acquisitions and various procurement methodologies to prevent bid protests by unsuccessful bidders.

Respond to audit inquiries.

Assist with the development of and participate in, bidders’ conferences and evaluation review committees.

Prepare work plans to identify key deliverables, lead responsibility and critical timelines.

Respond to questions raised by control agencies during the approval process.

Monitor industry trends and prices.

Perform a full range of supervisory duties, mentoring and training subordinate staff in all aspects of the contract work cycle.

Additional Comments The Contract Management Specialist 2 will be assigned to the Procurements and Contract Management Unit within the Chief Administration Office. The position is pending Division of the Budget approval. Some positions may require fingerprinting.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Jeff Memole

Telephone 518-473-0398

Fax 518-402-4924

Email Address HR.Recruitment@its.ny.gov

Address

Street Empire State Plaza

Swan Street Bldg, Core 4

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12220

 

Notes on ApplyingTo apply, please send a cover letter and resume to the attention of Jeff Memole and indicate that you are applying for Contract Management Specialist 2, G-23, ITEM #70285M. Please clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your Social Security number may be required in order to confirm your eligibility.

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