IT Procurement Contract Administrator

Division/Unit: Procurement and Contract Management Unit

Civil Service Title: Community Coordinator 

Position Title: IT Procurement Contract Administrator

Salary Range: $74,486 - $87,630

Job Description:

The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an opening for an IT Procurement Contract Administrator in its Procurement and Contract Management Unit. In this position, the IT Procurement Contract Administrator is responsible for procuring IT software, hardware and licenses in accordance with current City, State and Federal regulations.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Research technical materials and products for scope drafting.
• Draft clear and concise specifications and review scopes of work for consistency, clarity, completeness, accuracy, and compliance with City, State and Federal regulations.
• Oversee investigations of vendor responsibility and performance, including adherence to performance goals, as well as budget constraints applicable to individual contracts.
• Effectively negotiate contracts including EULAs, ability to identify and act on opportunities for continuous improvement that meet the objectives of the Office.
• Coordinate, plan, and implement IT contract and procurement activities from pre-solicitation to award and registration with the New York City Comptroller’s Office.
• Provide technical expertise in the development stages of the contracts and beyond.
• Provide technical assistance and corrective action to underperforming contractors as necessary.
• Perform related tasks as assigned by the Unit.

In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, candidates must possess the following:

• Bachelor's degree required;
• One (1) year of experience in Information Technology procurements in the public sector.

Preferred Requirements/Skills:

• Knowledge of New York City's Procurement Policy Board Rules, local laws, and policies impacting procurements.
• Experience with the New York City’s Financial Management System (FMS).
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Must be able to perform under pressure in a fast- paced environment; able to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Ability to apply critical and strategic thinking.
• Must be extremely detail-oriented, self-motivated, highly organized, resourceful, and reliable.
• Experience culling and analyzing large amounts of data from numerous sources.
• Must be a team player, work well with others and possess excellent communications skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to update and edit existing databases.

How to Apply:

• Apply with a Cover Letter & Resume.

Hours/Shift:

• Monday - Friday from 9 am - 5 pm. Telework available two days per week.

Minimum Qualification Requirement: 

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Additional Information:

• Current office employees: To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least 1 year in their current unit/bureau/department and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum and additional qualifications of the position.
•  Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness:

• As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement:

•  City Residency is not required for this position.

The New York County District Attorney’s Office is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse w