Assistant Agency Chief Contracting Officer of Compliance

Assistant Agency Chief Contracting Officer of Compliance NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene The Bureau of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer within the Division of Finance is primarily tasked with procuring citywide contracts on behalf of the Agency while adhering to citywide guidelines, rules, regulations, and policies. The Office of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer is seeking a highly motivated and detail‑oriented professional to serve as Assistant Agency Chief Contracting Officer (AACCO) of Compliance. The successful candidate will have worked in a fast‑paced, complex environment. The AACCO will train, lead, and supervise staff who manage the Agency's compliance with rules and executive orders related to Vendor Performance Evaluations, Local Law 63, PLA, and other New York City Local Laws. Responsibilities Serve as a member of the ACCO / Assistant Commissioner's senior management team. Advise the ACCO / DACCO on issues concerning compliance and subcontractor approvals. Lead Directors and Analysts in full array of compliance activities to ensure compliance with local laws. Supervise and monitor staff performance to ensure work is processed timely and in accordance with applicable rules and regulations. Ensure that staff receive necessary updates and training to successfully complete their work. Liaise with all program areas within the agency about subcontracting and Local Law 63, as well as other Local Laws, and develop strategies to ensure the Agency remains in compliance. Provide advice and guidance to programs regarding their compliance activities. Address and follow up with staff and program personnel on outstanding issues. Represent the ACCO at public events, meetings with Agency personnel and meetings with oversight agencies. Develop and implement creative solutions to manage a heavy workload. Utilize PASSPort, DOHMH's internal tracking systems and other systems. Prepare detailed and summary reports for senior management and oversight agencies. Complete special projects, upon request. Preferred Skills Exceptional organizational, analytical and leadership skills. Superior oral and written communication skills. Ability to manage a wide range of projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment. Working knowledge of PASSPort. Demonstrated understanding and working knowledge of the NYC PPB Rules. Experience working under strict deadlines. 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. Minimum Qualifications A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of full‑time, satisfactory professional, technical or administrative experience in one or more of the following fields: program evaluation, contract negotiations/management, business or public administration, contract community relations, or related fields; at least eighteen months must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or supervising professional personnel performing work in program evaluation, contract negotiation/management, business or public administration; or A four year high school diploma, or its equivalent, and six years of full‑time, professional, technical or administrative work experience in one or more of the fields cited above; at least eighteen months must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or supervising professional personnel as described in “1” above; or A satisfactory equivalent of education and experience as cited above. However, all candidates must have the eighteen months of administrative, managerial or executive experience or experience supervising professional personnel as described in “1” above. Additional Information 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. 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 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. The NYC Health Department 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. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr SupportFinity™