Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 03/16/26
Applications Due: 03/30/26
Vacancy ID: 211682
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyState Comptroller, Office of the
TitleContract Management Specialist 2, (SG-23) Item# 00583
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary Grade23
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $86681 to $109650 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 8 AM
To 4 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? Yes
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
Location
County Albany
Street Address 110 State Street
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12236
Job Specifics
Duties Description Perform a wide variety of contractual, administrative, and fiscal management activities, which may include supervising and providing guidance to other staff members. The duties might include reviewing more difficult work, reviewing and approving contract payments to ensure that they are in accordance with contract terms, and ensuring all control requirements are met.
This item is on the IT Financial Management Team in the Bureau of IT Business Management within the Chief Information Office.
Oversee CIO and OSC IT related procurements in accordance with State Finance Law, Procurement Council Guidelines, and OSC policies.
Support CIO managers through guidance on procurement requirements, prepare and review procurement materials, and coordinate with Finance.
Resolve issues involving vendors and payments.
Supervise staff by managing assignments and providing training and feedback.
Minimum Qualifications You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 70.1 or 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.
For 70.1 or 52.6 transfer to a Contract Management Specialist 2, salary grade (SG)-23, you must have one year of permanent competitive, or 55-b/55-c service in an approved title for transfer allocated to an SG-21 or above.
To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: Career Mobility Office » GOT-IT (ny.gov)
Appointments via transfer must not result in a second, consecutive transfer with an advancement of more than two S-grades or one M-grade.
Additional Comments Preferred Qualifications/Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
• Knowledge of the New York State procurement process, State Finance Law, OGS Statewide Contracts, and the Statewide Financial System (SFS).
• Previous experience with State procurements.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Demonstrated exceptional analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including oral and written communication, and the ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated experience in supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to provide training, feedback, and guidance.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word, and willingness and ability to learn new applications.
• Detail oriented, and the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize competing requests and meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge of the Statewide Financial System.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Telecommuting: The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency’s mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee’s primary residence location, duties, and work performance are aligned with telecommuting and operational needs they may be allowed to do so. Generally, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period but may be approved to telecommute less.
Reasonable Accommodation: The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.
Equal Opportunity Employment: The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.
The Office of the State Comptroller does not participate in E-Verify or sponsor visa applications.
OSC offers competitive salaries and benefits, and opportunities for advancement, continuing education, and professional development. We provide a professional environment where employees are encouraged to push themselves while maintaining work-life balance. Our generous benefits package includes:
• A state pension with vesting after five years’ service
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance available to all employees and their dependents
• Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health care
• Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP), allowing eligible employees to exchange previously accrued leave in return for a credit to be applied toward their health insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• Holiday and paid time off
• Shift and geographic pay differentials
• A committed continuous learning environment
• Informational Brown Bag sessions
• Wellness at Work Programs to promote employee health and wellness
• OSC Mentoring Program to network, contribute, and provide an opportunity to strengthen competencies in a variety of areas
• And much more
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Jane Rost
Telephone (518) 474-1924
Fax (518) 486-6723
Email Address Jobs@osc.ny.gov
Address
Street Office of the New York State Comptroller, Division of Human Resources
110 State Street, 12th Floor
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12236
Notes on ApplyingSubmit a clear, concise cover letter and resume stating how you meet the minimum qualifications for this title. To apply, copy and paste the following link into your browser:
https://gen-oscstateofny-prd.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=L6
Reference Item #00583-JER on your cover letter for proper routing.
Unofficial transcripts and/or templates will be required for certain positions. Documents must be sent as unlocked and accessible attachments.
If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact this Division representative:
Division Contact: Jamie Bess
Email Address: CIO_HR@osc.ny.gov
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