*THIS POSITION IS ONLY AVAILABLE TO CANDIDATES WHO HAVE RETIRED FROM CITY SERVICE. THIS POSITION IS PART-TIME 20 HOURS A WEEK. PENSION AND BENEFITS CAN STILL BE COLLECTED WHILE EMPLOYED IN THIS POSITION*.


The New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) invests in a network of community-based organizations and programs to alleviate the effects of poverty and to provide opportunities for New Yorkers and communities to flourish.

Under the direction of the Assistant Commissioner for Discretionary Programs and program unit Directors, the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) is seeking to hire a Silver Stars-Contract Analyst who will be responsible for ensuring that Discretionary contracts submitted – which typically range from $5,000 to $4,000,000 each year – are reviewed, and processed to completion in a timely fashion by assigned program managers. The Contract analyst would perform the following duties: - Assist the Director of Discretionary Contract Review & Compliance in reviewing and approving program plans and budgets.

- Review for completion Vendor Contract Submissions that program managers have moved to Vendor
Document Approval queue status.

- Work with program managers to obtain any necessary follow-ups to Vendor Contract Submissions.

- Provide additional support and follow up as assigned

1. There are no formal education or experience requirements for this position. However, the ability to understand and carry out simple instructions is required.
2. Candidates must be able to understand and be understood in English.

- Familiar with and knowledge of New York City's Procurement Policy Board Rules, Citywide Procurement systems such as HHS Accelerator, FMS and PASSport. - 3-5 years of procurement experience within NYC government - Strong analytical and organizational skills. - Excellent writing, interpersonal, customer service and presentation skills. Advanced Microsoft Excel and Word skills - Ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment and changing needs and priorities - Ability to effectively multi-task and prioritize - Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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.