Deputy Director, Family and Child Health Contracts Unit

Job Description

Only Permanent Employees in the title of Administrative Staff Analyst and comparable civil service titles of Administrative Manager (N/M), Administrative Contract Specialist (N/M), Health Services Manager (N/M) and Administrative Procurement Analyst (N/M) and those reachable on the Administrative Staff Analyst Civil Service List.

Division/Program Summary:
The Division of Family and Child Health (FCH) of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is charged with the creation and oversight of programs, policies, services, and environments that support physical and socio-emotional health, and promote primary and reproductive health services, health equity, social justice, safety and well-being for New York City families and children. The Division is comprised of the Bureau of Maternal Infant and Reproductive Health, the Bureau of Early Intervention, the Office of School Health, and the Bureau of Administration.

The vision of the Division of Family and Child Health is that every child, woman, and family recognize their power and is given the opportunity to reach their full health and development potential. We encourage qualified applicants with demonstrated commitment to social justice, particularly racial, gender, and LGBTQ equity to apply.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Participate in a unit of staff engaged in contract related work and assist with day-to-day management of the unit
- Provide expertise and guidance to operational, technical and professional staff on contracting and procurement methods, process and best practices of the Division, Agency and City
- Review contract proposals and performance reports to ensure compliance with the agency's requirements and federal/state/city guidelines. Focus on outcome-based contracting helping programs and others think of outcomes and performance-based contacting as standard
- Evaluate prospective contractors' budgetary proposals and financial reports.
- Provide technical expertise and support to contractors and subordinates whenever required
- Manage and coordinate contract and procurement activities from inception to registration; implement systems and procedures with contracts team to ensure minimal delays in the activities
- Work closely with all staff in FCH, Bureau of Administration and seek ways to expand collaboration
- Prepare all contracts for registration, renewal and amendment; assist in review & preparation of invoices for bill submission in accordance with relevant contracts terms
- Establish and implement control mechanisms to facilitate program evaluation and monitoring of the contracts, as well as the contractors' performance


Why you should work for us:

- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o 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.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

Commitment to Equity:

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 pro