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AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of

TitleProject Assistant (IES Procurement Analyst)

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade25

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

Salary RangeFrom $79849 to $100645 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address 40 North Pearl Street

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12207

Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Policy, or related field required.
• Four years of experience in government/public sector procurement, vendor management, or contract management. Knowledge and experience with the New York State Procurement and Lobbying Law and Procurement Guidelines.
• At least one year of supervisory experience.
• Master of Public Administration, Master of Business Administration or equivalent may substitute for 1 year of experience.

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Preferred skills

• Experience in NYS government
• Experience with procurement requiring federal approval
• Experience supporting contested procurements
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Duties Description The mission of the Integrated Eligibility System (IES) is to enhance the well-being of New Yorkers by transforming health and human service delivery through coordinated business practices, modernized technology, and strategic partnerships. IES will provide eligibility, enrollment, case management, and payment functionality for Health and Human Service programs currently served by the Welfare Management System, Benefits Issuance Control System, and other State systems. IES will build on the successful opening of the New York State of Health (NYSoH) by leveraging assets created for the Health Benefit exchange to modernize the eligibility system for health and human service programs.

Under the direction of the Integrated Eligibility System (IES) Chief of Staff, the Project Assistant in the capacity of Procurement Analyst will assist in the development of procurement materials and contracts required to implement the IES solution.
Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Participate in the development procurement materials and contracts on the IES Program;
• Liaise with ITS and business agency counsel and procurement and contract staff on the development, release, and finalization of procurements and contracts;
• 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 as they related to IES;
• 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 as they related to IES;
• Assist with the monitoring of contract execution, identifying and reporting on contractor deficiencies, and administering contract closeout procedures, as they relate to IES;
• 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 as they related to IES;
• Develop and maintain an effective working relationship with 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;

Additional Comments Approval to fill this position is pending with Division of the Budget (DOB). Background check and fingerprinting are required. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
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Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Maria Troskowski

Telephone 518-473-0398

Fax 518-402-4924

Email Address HR.recruitment@its.ny.gov

Address

Street Empire State Plaza, Swan Street Building, Core 4

P.O. Box 2062

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12220

Notes on ApplyingTo apply, please submit a resume and cover letter indicating that you are applying for Project Assistant (IES Procurement Analyst), REF #18490. Please clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your Social Security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.