The Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI) leverages technology to drive opportunity, improve public safety, and help government run better across New York City. From delivering affordable broadband to protecting against cybersecurity threats and building digital government services, OTI is at the forefront of how the City delivers for New Yorkers in the 21st century. Watch our welcome video to see our work in action, follow us on social media @NYCOfficeofTech, and visit oti.nyc.gov to learn more.

At OTI, we offer great benefits, and the chance to work on projects that have a meaningful impact on millions of people. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with other passionate professionals who share your drive and commitment to making a difference through technology.

The successful candidate will serve as a Senior Contract Compliance Officer, reporting to the Agency Chief Contracting Officer within the Management and Budget Division.

Responsibilities will include:
- Monitor internal processes for OTI’s contract manager staff; develop and maintain internal procedures to realize process efficiencies;
- Supervise or Execute Contract Compliance Administration, including processing Vendor Performance Evaluations, DLS and Vendor Name Checks;
assist in contract compliance, including, the Subcontractor approval process, Local Law 63, Local Law 1, Prevailing Wage and proof of
Contractor Insurance compliance program;
- Oversee, monitor and conduct complex information technology procurements for OTI and City agencies;
- Coordinate and establish citywide IT services and maintenance contracts;
- Review and develop specifications for City, State and Federal procurement methods, including, but not limited to requests for proposals, project
definitions, and invitations to bid;
- Coordinate and oversee pre-bid conferences, vendor presentations, and vendor site visits;
- Prepare contract registration documents;
- Oversee vendor selection, evaluation and contract award;
- Participate in contract negotiations;
- Update procurement data collection systems;
- Initiate change orders, renewals and extensions as required;
- Provide assistance to project managers in coordinating their contracting and contract compliance needs;
- Interact with oversight agencies, other City agencies and vendors; and perform other related duties as required;
- And perform special projects and initiatives as assigned.

HOURS/SHIFT
Day - Due to the necessary duties of this position in a 24/7 operation, candidate may be required to work various shifts such as weekends and/or nights/evenings.

WORK LOCATION
Brooklyn, NY

TO APPLY
Only permanent employees in the title and those that are reachable on the civil service list are eligible to apply.

* Interested applicants with other civil service titles who meet the preferred requirements should also submit a resume for consideration

Please go to www.cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID # 630844

SUBMISSION OF A RESUME IS NOT A GUARANTEE THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE AN INTERVIEW
APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO OVERSIGHT APPROVAL

OTI participates in E-Verify

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of full-time satisfactory professional experience in purchasing, procurement, contract administration or a related field, at least eighteen months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity or supervising professional personnel performing duties in one or more of the above fields; or

2. A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have the eighteen months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience described in "1" above.

Possession of an acceptable professional procurement certification may be substituted for up to one year of the experience described in "1" above. However, all candidates must have the eighteen months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience described in""1" above.

The preferred candidate should possess the following: - Detailed knowledge of all procurement rules and procedures including the Procurement Policy Board Rules, NYS Office of General Services, Federal Acquisition Regulations and the NYC Comptroller's Office - Experience with information technology and professional services contracts proficient use of vendor information systems. The preferred candidate should possess the following: - Experience in contract administration, financial management or procurement especially familiarity with information technology related purchases - Working knowledge of FMS and PASSPort a plus - Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as Word and Excel - Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat/PDF - Excellent written and verbal communications skills - Team player who works well with technical and non-technical resources - Ability to make decisions independently or with instruction

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.

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/.

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 in 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 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 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.